Sunday, 26 April 2015

Spotted Owlet

The spotted owlet is a small owl which breeds in tropical Asia from India to Southeast Asia. A common resident of open habitats including farmland and human habitation, it has adapted to living in cities. 

Scientific name: Athene brama

Rank: Species

Higher classificationAthene

Saturday, 4 April 2015

The Pied Kingfisher

The pied kingfisher is a water kingfisher and is found widely distributed across Africa and Asia. Its black and white plumage, crest and the habit of hovering over clear lakes and rivers before diving for fish makes it distinctive.

Scientific name: Ceryle rudis
Rank: Species
Higher classification: Ceryle