Acorn Woodpeckers have a black body with white belly and rump, and unique face pattern of black, white, and red. Females have a red cap at the top of their head with a black area between the forehead and the cap while the males have a red cap starting at the forehead.

They inhabit oak woodlands and pine-oak forests in the western United States, Mexico, and parts of Central America.

They are non-migratory and tend to stay in the same areas year-round.

Their call is a unique, rattling 'waka-waka-waka' sound.

Large shorebird with a unique, upturned bill. They have a black and white body with a rusty head that turns grayish white in winter.

Wetlands of interior and western North America.

Migrates to the southern and coastal United States and Mexico for winter.

A repeated, sharp, accented 'kleek' in flight.

Completely black bird including feathers, eyes, and beak. Crows are large, intelligent birds with a straight, moderately long tail.

Found in a variety of habitats across North America including forests, fields, parks, and urban areas.

Generally non-migratory with short-distance northern populations occasionally moving south.

Known for its cawing sound, which is loud, bold, and commonly heard in groups.

Large songbird with a bright red-orange belly, grayish brown upper body, dark head, and a yellow bill.

Wide range of habitats including woodlands, gardens, and city parks across North America.

Northern populations migrate to the southern U.S. or Mexico for winter.

A series of rich, whistled phrases often described as 'cheerily, cheer up, cheer up, cheerily, cheer up'.

Medium-sized owl with a heart-shaped, white face and dark eyes. The upper body is light gray with a speckled pattern and white underneath.

Found in the open country, such as farmland and woodlands worldwide.

Generally non-migratory.

A shrill, eerie 'scree-scree,' or a long, harsh scream that lasts about 2 seconds.

Medium-sized songbird with a deep blue upper body, a reddish orange forehead, chin and throat, and a pale underbody. They have a long, deeply forked tail.

Found near open areas, farms, fields, marshes, and over water bodies across North America.

They migrate to Central and South America during winter.

A series of soft, gurgling whistles and twitters.

Medium to large-sized owl with a distinctive 'barred' white and brown plumage on their belly. They have dark eyes and a yellow beak.

Prefer wooded areas with mature trees near water in eastern and central North America.

Generally non-migratory.

Their hoo-hoo call is instantly recognizable, often phrased as "who cooks for you."

Entirely black with a yellow eye and a long, bright reddish-orange bill.

Rocky shorelines of the Pacific Ocean.

Generally non-migratory.

A series of whistles and piping sounds.

These herons are around 25 inches in length. They sport a stocky figure with a black crown and back, pale gray belly, and red eyes. Young birds are brown and spotted. In both sexes, the legs turn a vibrant pink in the breeding season.

They are found in wetland habitats across North America.

Black-crowned Night Herons in the northern parts of their range migrate south for the winter.

They can make squawks, screams, clucks, and also guttural sounds.

Females have dark brown eyes with grayish brown feathers while the males have yellow eyes and a darker black body. Both sexes have iridescent purple, green, and blue highlights visible in the right lighting.

Typically found in open and semi-open habitats in the western and central North America, often near humans.

Some populations in Canada and the northern U.S. migrate south for winter.

A series of short, high, thin, sweet sounds, and also a drawn out 'squeee' sound, often in flight.

Females are brownish-gray while males are shiny black with a brown head.

Can be found across North America in fields, pastures, meadows, and residential areas.

Northern populations travel to the southern U.S. for winter.

The song is a bubbly liquid-like chatter with sliding whistles, often sung from a high perch.

Small, long-legged owl with bright yellow eyes and white eyebrows. They have a speckled, brown upper body and a lightly barred underbody.

Found in grasslands, rangelands, agricultural areas, and desert habitats in North and South America.

Some populations are migratory, often moving southwards in winter.

A variety of calls including a "who who" sound and a chuckling chatter.

Blue and gray with a well-defined blue breast band, a whitish throat, and a long tail.

Woodlands, scrublands, and backyards along the western coast of the U.S.

Non-migratory

A harsh, scratchy 'shreeeeek.'

A medium-sized bird with a rounded head, short bill, and long tail. Upperpart is gray, underneath they are lighter, and the head is whitish with a dark 'cap' and 'necklace.'

They live in higher elevation coniferous forests in the northern latitudes of North America.

Non-migratory

A variety of soft whistles, clicks, and pleasant chatters.

Mostly gray birds with black wings and central tail feathers and white on the edges of the tail and wing feathers.

High mountain regions of the west, extending into the Pacific Northwest and Canada.

Non-migratory but may move to lower elevations during winter.

A loud, penetrating, harsh, and raspy call.

Large duck with a thin, serrated, orange bill. Females have a gray body with rusty head while males have a white body, black back, and greenish head.

Found in freshwater lakes and rivers across the northern United States and Canada.

Birds in the coldest regions migrate south for winter.

Generally silent, but sometimes make low raspy croaks.

Medium-sized bird with black or dark brown upper body and white underbody. They have a thin, pointed bill and during breeding season, they have a small pointed crest at the rear of the head.

Found on the open sea, rocky shores, and islands in the northern Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Migratory to the open ocean, but not far from breeding colonies.

A growling 'haa-haa-haa'.

Medium-sized hawk with broad, rounded wings and a long tail. Juveniles are more brown and streaky while adults have gray backs with reddish chest, black cap, and red eyes. Their tail has alternating dark brown and gray bands with white terminal.

Wooded habitats from deep forests to leafy subdivisions and backyards across North America.

Northern populations migrate south for the winter.

A loud, repeated 'cak-cak-cak.'

Medium-sized sparrow characterized by its dark head, white belly, and white outer tail feathers. Shades can vary based on region.

Forest edges and areas with dense shrubs or small trees throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

Northern populations migrate south for winter, while those in the western U.S. move to lower elevations.

They can make chips, whistles, or trill sounds.

A large waterbird with black body and yellow-orange throat pouch. Notable features include their thin hooked bill and two small tufts at the back of the head, visible in breeding season.

Coasts, inland waterways, and lakes across North America.

Birds in the northern range migrate south to the coast in winter.

Low, guttural grunts.

Downy Woodpeckers are the smallest woodpecker species in North America. They have a black upper body, white underparts, and white spots on their wings. Their tails are black with white outer feathers. Males have an added red patch on the back of their heads.

They are found in deciduous and mixed forests, orchards, and fields across North America.

Downy Woodpeckers are generally non-migratory.

They have a soft 'pik' sound and their drumming is slow compared to other woodpecker species.

Great Blue Herons are large birds with a blue-gray body, long neck, and long, pointed bill.

They are found along coasts, in marshes, ponds, rivers, and lakes in North and Central America.

Most Great Blue Herons migrate south for the winter, but some birds in the southern U.S. and areas with mild winter climates are permanent residents.

Their call is a deep and harsh croak and can also clap their bill tips together.

Tall and long-necked birds with all-white plumage, a yellow bill, and black legs. During the breeding season, they develop long, elegant plumes on their backs.

They are found in wetlands, ponds, and shores across all continents except Antarctica.

In North America, Great Egrets migrate south for the winter.

Their call is a low, soft croak. They will also snap together their beak to make a clacking sound.

Large owl with recognizable ear tufts, yellow eyes, and a white bib. Their feathers are brown with shades ranging from grayish to cinnamon depending on region.

Found across North America in forests and swamps.

Generally non-migratory.

A deep soft "hoo-hoo hoo-hoo."

Small herons with a dark green back, rich chestnut body, and a dark cap often raised into a short crest.

They are found in wetland habitats across North and Central America.

Green Herons from the northern part of their range migrate to Central America for the winter.

Their call is a loud and sudden 'skeow' sound.

Small brown thrush with a pale spotted underbody and faintly reddish tail and rump.

Forests and woodlands across North America.

They migrate to central and southern United States, Mexico, and Central America for winter.

A lovely, flute-like song, starting with a single note and followed by a trill.

Small-bodied finches. Females are grayish-brown with thick, blurry streaks. Males are streaked brown with a bright red face, upper back, and rump.

Urban and suburban areas across North America.

Generally non-migratory.

A rapid, cheery warble or a variety of chirps.

Medium-sized plover with two black bands on the chest, a brown upper body, and white underbody. They have a red eye-ring.

Open, disturbed habitats like fields, lawns, parking lots across North America.

Northern populations migrate to the southern United States and Central America.

A loud, shrill "kill-dee" or "kill-deer".

Small finches. Females are olive brown and yellow while males are brighter yellow. Both sexes have black on their wings and tail. In the males of the eastern population, the back is black.

Found in open woods, scrub, gardens, and parks in the western and southern states of the U.S.

Non-migratory, but may move locally due to food availability.

Their songs are a series of musical warbles and trills.

Females are mottled brown with brown orange bill while males have a gray body with green head and bright yellow bill. Both sexes have a wing patch that is violet-blue bordered by white.

Varied habitats from parks to wetlands to small ponds across North America.

Generally, non-migratory, but birds in the coldest regions migrate south for winter.

Females make the well known distinctive 'quack' call while the male do not quack at all but make one or two note raspy sounds.

Northern Flickers are large woodpeckers with brown body with black bars and spots, a black bib, and a white rump. The underwings and undertail are bright yellow or red, depending on the subspecies. Males have an additional black or red mustache stripe.

They are found in forests, woodlands, and suburban areas across North America.

Some Northern Flickers migrate, moving southwards in the fall.

Their call is a loud "flick-a-fliick-a" sound.

Medium-sized hawks with distinctive owl-like face, long, narrow tails and a white rump. They have sleek, slender bodies and rounded wings. Females are streaked brown while males are more gray.

Open marshes and grasslands across North America.

Partially migratory, with birds in Canada and northern USA moving south for the winter.

A whistled 'kek-kek-kek' call.

Medium-sized bird with black body and bright red feet. They have a thin dark bill, and white wing patches which are prominent in flight.

Can be found along the rocky coastlines of the north Pacific.

Non-migratory, but move offshore during winter.

A high, whistling 'wheep-wheep'.

Pileated Woodpeckers are the largest common woodpecker in the U.S. They are mostly black with white stripes on the face and neck and a flaming-red crest. Males have an additional red stripe on their cheeks.

They are found in mature forests across Canada, the eastern U.S., and parts of the Pacific Coast.

Pileated Woodpeckers are non-migratory, tending to stay in the same home range year-round.

Their call is a distinct, loud, far-carrying laugh 'kuk-kuk-kuk-kuk-kuk'.

Small finches with sharp, pointed bills and short, notched tails. Their coloration is brown and streaky overall, with yellow edging on the wings and tails.

Coniferous and mixed forests across Canada, the western U.S., and the Appalachian Mountains.

Irregular migrant, with winter irruptions further south during periods of food shortage within their normal range.

A sharp, rising 'zzzzreeeee' and various twitters and chips.

Large swallow with an iridescent dark purple body and forked tail. Females have more purple on their head and lighter on their chest, belly, and undertaile while males are entirely dark.

Open, rural areas or towns near bodies of water across North America.

They migrate long distances to the Amazon basin in South America for the winter.

A distinctive, rich, gurgling song and a sharp "chew-chew."

Medium-sized finches with unique crossed bills. Females are yellow olive while males are reddish orange.

Mature conifer forests across North America.

Non-migratory, but move in response to food availability.

A loud "kip kip" and a warbling song.

Medium-sized hawk. Adults are brown above with pale underparts and reddish barring on the breast. They have a prominently banded tail.

Moist woodlands, mixed forests, and river valleys across the eastern USA and Pacific coast from southern Oregon to Baja California.

Northernmost populations migrate to the southern USA or Mexico for winter.

A distinctive, repeated "kee-aah" sound, the second note dropping off sharply.

Large hawks with broad, rounded wings and a short, wide tail. They have rich brown above and pale below, with a streaked belly and on the wing underside reddish-brown tail.

Wide range of habitats, including deserts, grasslands, forests, agricultural fields, roadsides, and urban areas across North America.

Most are non-migratory.

A raspy, scraping, screamed "kreeeeer."

Females are brown with darker streaks and hint of orange at the shoulders while males are black with bright red-and-yellow shoulder patches.

Common across North America in marshes, along watercourses, water edges, and wet roadsides.

They are partial migrants; bird populations in the north migrate to the southern U.S. during winter months.

Male's song is a scratchy 'oak-a-lee' which the females respond with a few short notes.

Small, stout duck with distinctive stiff tail often held upright. Body is brown and in the breeding season the male beak will turn bright sky-blue.

Ruddy Ducks inhabit marshes, ponds, and deep wetlands. They prefer freshwater habitats but can also be found in brackish and saltwater wetlands. They are often seen in open water, diving for food.

In North America, Ruddy Ducks breed primarily in the Prairie Pothole region of central Canada and the United States and then migrate to coastal areas and the southern United States, Mexico, and Central America for the winter.

Ruddy Ducks are usually quiet. However, during the breeding season, males make a distinctive chattering and ticking sound, along with a unique 'belching' noise during courtship displays.

Medium-sized sparrow with a long, rounded tail and streaky brown coloration.

Found in open, shrubby, and wet areas across North America.

Most are non-migratory, but northern populations migrate south for winter.

A variable song composed of several phrases, with a rhythm of ‘sweet-sweet-sweet’ notes followed by ‘trills and twitters'.

Large sparrow with red orange flanks, white belly, and a long dark tail with white edges. Females have a darker shaded head, upper body, and tail compared to males.

Dry uplands and shrublands of the western U.S. and southwestern Canada.

Generally non-migratory.

A sweet, mewing call and a fast "drink-your-teeeeeee" song.

Small songbird with a yellow face and undersides, olive-green back and wings, and black streaks on its back and flanks.

Commonly found in coniferous forests, especially those with a predominance of firs, and are frequently seen high in the canopy.

They breed in the forests of the Pacific Northwest and western Canada then migrate to Mexico and Central America for the winter. Some populations of this bird species engage in altitudinal migration, moving to lower elevations during the winter months.

They have a high and sharp “tsip” call. Their song begins with several sharp notes and ends with a buzz, sounding like 'seet-seet-seet-szzzz'.

Medium-sized swallow with a blue-green upper body and white underbody. They have a shorter, less forked tail than other swallows.

Fields and wetlands across North America.

They migrate to Central America and the Caribbean for winter.

A soft, liquid twitters and trills.

Medium-sized seabird with a black body and white facemask. Breeding adults have golden feathers on their head and a large red-orange bill.

Found along open ocean and rocky cliffs off the north Pacific coast.

Generally non-migratory, but move out to sea and southwards in winter.

Silent at sea, but will make soft growls and purrs at the nesting site.

Medium-sized songbird with dark gray-brown upper body, a black breast band, and a bright orange throat and belly.

Dense, wet forests along the Pacific Coast of North America.

Populations in colder regions migrate to the U.S. Pacific Coast or southwestern states.

A long, eerie, drawn out whistle, repeated on different pitches.

Small bird with a metallic green back and purple rump. Their underbody is white, extending onto the sides of the face and around the eye.

Open woodlands, canyons, and mountainous regions of western North America.

They migrate to Central America and Mexico for winter.

Soft, twittering notes.

Small thrush with a blue head, back, and wings, and a rust or brick-red breast.

Open woodlands and farmlands across western North America.

Populations in the north and those living at high altitudes migrate south to Mexico for winter.

A soft, low, throaty whistle and a short, dry chatter.

Large shorebird with a long, curved bill. They are mostly brown with streaking and a striped head.

Coastal areas, saltmarshes, and tundra across North America.

Some are long-distance migrants, breeding in the Arctic in the Northern hemisphere and wintering in South America.

A high, seven-note whistle often repeated several times.

Medium-sized sparrow with bold black and white stripes on the head, a gray face, and a long tail.

Open and shrubby habitats such as fields, forest edges, and gardens across North America.

Northern populations migrate to the southern U.S. and Mexico for winter.

A series of clear whistles followed by buzzes or trills.

Among the most colorful and beautiful of ducks. Females are gray-brown with dark blue wing patch, a white eye-ring, and a white throat. Males have a crested iridescent green and purple head, red eyes, and a white throat.

Wooded swamps, shallow lakes, marshes, ponds and creeks in eastern North America, the west coast of the United States, and western Mexico.

In the northern parts of their range, wood ducks are migratory, wintering in the southern United States.

The male utters a soft rising whistle while the female gives a drawn-out, rising squeal, "oo-eek."

Females are brownish-black, with a yellowish-brown head and breast. Males are black with a yellow head and chest, and a white wing patch.

They can be found in the western and midwestern United States where they inhabit freshwater wetlands and marshes.

Northern populations head to the southern U.S. and Mexico for the winter.

Their song is an odd, harsh mix of scratchy notes, commonly described as 'rusty farm machinery' along with chattering sounds.

Medium-sized warbler with a mix of gray, black, yellow and white patches and a bright yellow rump.

They inhabit open coniferous and mixed woodlands, often close to water. During winter, they can be found in a wide range of habitats including shrubs, parks, and gardens.

Yellow-rumped Warblers migrate late in both spring and fall compared to other warbler species. They spend summers in northern parts of North America and winters in the southern United States, Central America and the Caribbean.

They have a varied and musical song, featuring multiple notes that are often described as a trilled “tew-tew-tew” or “check-check-check”.