A common sight in coastal regions throughout the Northern Hemisphere

When disturbed, they may freeze and appear like a dead tree stump

The “leaf” on the its nose is actually a soft, fleshy projection, not a true leaf or hard structure

Has the ability to “puff up” their bodies to make themselves appear larger and more threatening

Also known as “barking deer” because of their loud, barking alarm calls

Sometimes mistaken for a crow because of its size and dark coloration

Their long noses help them climb trees by giving them extra grip on the branches

Small, chubby bird with big, round eyes that make it look extra cute

Can dive down to the bottom of a lake and rest there, safe from predators!

One of the rarest birds in the world with feathers that change color depending on the season

Most common and widely distributed swallow globally

Its scales are mistakenly believed to have medicinal properties, leading to a dangerous black market trade

Underneath this colorful beak, there’s a hidden surprise – a built-in net for scooping up a delicious lunch!

The biggest of all the hammerhead sharks, with a massive head that looks like a giant, flat hammer

Popular food fish, prized for its mild flavor and firm texture

A champion swimmer and a social butterfly of the warm seas

They bob their heads up and down as they fly, which is actually how they earned the nickname “Noddy”

Known for their acrobatic leaps, twisting and turning gracefully as they jump completely out of the water

Often seen riding the bow waves of boats or performing acrobatic leaps out of the water

Capable of making long leaps, thanks to their powerful hind legs

Prized for their beauty and believed to be associated with the Hindu god Vishnu

One of the most visually stunning kingfisher, often described as a “flying jewel”

The “living tractors of the East”—vital in traditional agriculture, particularly in Asia

Controller of arboreal birds and mammals populations in Asia’s tropical forests

Nonvenomous but it’s hug can be as deadly as a venom!

During breeding, they transform with elegant white plumage, adorned by decorative plumes on the head, neck, and back

It can catch insects that are disturbed by the animals’ movements

Exhibit powerful flight, with distinctive slow wing beats and an extended neck, defining features during their aerial movements

Holds cultural symbolism in some societies, representing good luck

Adaptable raptor known for its hovering hunting technique and striking appearance

These birds are quite chatty, and their sounds are like a strong and determined rattling laugh

They eat almost anything that comes their way – you name it, they’ll try to snack on it!

Adept hunters of freshwater snails and mollusks, using their specialized bills to extract their prey from their shells

They are skilled mimics, capable of imitating various sounds from their surroundings

Its broad wings enable it to glide effortlessly on air currents, often seen navigating the coastal winds

With its splendid plumage, it has earned its place as a jewel of the skies

Their narrow wings, long forked tails, and streamlined bodies are perfectly designed for high-speed maneuvers

Their name comes from the distinctive folds or wrinkles on their lips which is essential for capturing prey in mid-flight

With its towering stature and impressive antlers, is a true king of the Asian forests

A lizard with vibrant hues – a living canvas of green, brown, and sometimes even blue

They can be found basking in the sun with their fellow monitors, sharing warmth and companionship

Speed and power embodied, they rule the seas with their sleek bodies and jaw-dropping leaping prowess

Graceful and stealthy, these reef dwellers navigate the coral maze with finesse, showcasing their iconic black-tipped fins

Opportunistic predators of the open ocean, their aggressive and persistent feeding behaviour strikes fear into the hearts of their prey

Fearless and formidable, these aggressive predators command respect in the waters they roam

Majestic ocean predators, embodying power, speed, and precision in their pursuit of prey

One of the largest and strongest sea turtles in the world

Its slender frame and narrow head bear a beak curved like a hawk’s, earning this marine marvel its name

As it grows older, it undergoes a metamorphosis that is nothing short of extraordinary

This charismatic creature is not just a quilled beauty but also a skilled architect

Possessed with special visual adaptations to catch fish

Only look cuddly and cute; these cats can be very aggressive!

Meet the smallest wild cat in Asia but don’t be fooled by its cute looks – this feline is a skilled predator

Fiercely territorial, marking their territory with scent to communicate with other otters

Meet the world’s smallest mammal but a fierce predator

Disappearing graceful shadows, this tree-climber is on the way to extinction

Due to their adaptability and willingness to migrate to more favorable habitats, great cormorants are found worldwide

An impressively acrobatic bird that can catch flying fish mid-jump

These birds spend weeks in the air and hunt, preen and even sleep while in flight

The most cosmopolitan of owls with home ranges extending across the globe

If you ever forget the tune of a song, don’t worry; this bird has your back

This species is found in all world oceans except the north Pacific Ocean

This cute and small bird is one of the most elite hunters below the water’s surface

This bird holds a Guinness book of world records to its name

The iconic and elegant bird with a curved pink bill is known for turning heads

Professional marine forecasters to optimize breeding success and prey availability

These ocean wanderers can be spotted from a distance showing awe-inspiring aerial tricks

This bird is unmistakable for its namesake, spoon-shaped bill

These birds seem to have lost their way to the beauty pageant

This large heron is a firm believer in the adage: “Patience is the key to success”

The most widely dispersed wild bird

Like those bulging red eyes weren’t scary enough, they eat their innocent chicks when hungry

Living around smelly brackish marshes is unthinkable, but these birds love their isolated habitat or don’t have a sense of smell

The smallest of all Galliformes lives on the ground, camouflaged from predators

One of the most beautiful birds on Earth!

The smallest raptor of the entire world, being smaller than a house sparrow

At the speed of over 321 km/h (200 mph), this bird outraces a Formula1 car

Having wide distribution across Asia, the beautifully colored bee-eater avoids living near water and only migrates from areas with rainfall

The only member of the genus having wide distribution across Asia and Africa is sociable, unlike other members of its family

The stork with the widest geographic range

The folktale bird that brings the babies!

This bird taps its feet to imitate rain to make the prey reach the surface

The masters of catching oysters, clams, and cockles

One of the very few birds with an upturned bill

Elegant long-legged wader, common almost worldwide

This bird has learned how to use a spear and made it an extension of itself

This bird holds the record of the longest distance flown by any bird in recorded history

The most elegant of all godwit species

These little birds skillfully make their tiny nest on a tree branch and glue them with their saliva

Dependable wings and a muscular build. Nope, we aren’t talking about the next Redbull ad campaign

Smaller than most iPads, meet the tiniest duck in the world

This invasive species is the ancestor to most of the modern ducks

A highly intelligent species that is the world’s only tool-using vulture with a long migratory range

The yellow-eyed devil

Better call the ambulance before the Sparrowhawk comes to devour all those who are injured

One of only six land-birds with a cosmopolitan distribution habituating all continents except Antarctica