Chicks are reddish brown to camouflage in their nest. Hovers at one place before diving at prey. Wingspan of 1m. Unlike most other raptors, it mates for life.

National bird of the Maldives. Unlike other birds, flies with its legs dangling because it has heavy legs.

Vulnerable species. Lifespan of 30-40 years. Wingspan 8′ and height 4′. Eggs are solid during incubation.

Endemic to India. Unlike it’s domesticated descendants, it can fly.

National bird of Israel. It’s name sounds like it’s call – onomatopoeia. Have stinky eggs to protect it from predators.

Expert swimmers. Can dive 100′ deep & can stay underwater for 1 minute. Parents take turns to incubate their eggs.

Flight speed 54 kmph. Around 4′ wingspan. The oldest darter was aged 16 years, 9 years being average age.

Local name is भारद्वाज. Weak flight despite large wings. Very territorial.

Call is a musical whistle that sounds like a cherry pleased-to-meet-you. When a snake or owl is around, they are the boldest birds to mob the predator.