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Niccoy Walker

Niccoy is a professional writer for A-Z Animals, and her primary focus is on birds, travel, and interesting facts of all kinds. Niccoy has been writing and researching about travel, nature, wildlife, and business for several years and holds a business degree from Metropolitan State University in Denver. A resident of Florida, Niccoy enjoys hiking, cooking, reading, and spending time at the beach.

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Blue-gray Gnatcatcher (Polioptila caerulea) perched on a branch. The bird has a cap of deep blue feathers on its head.

Discover 9 Blue Birds in Missouri

Besides Midwest barbecue and the agricultural industry, Missouri is known for its gorgeous state parks and assorted ecoregions: upland prairies,…

A Barn Swallow sits on a clump of clay and holds in its beak a straw found for the construction of a nest.

Discover 10 Blue Birds in Massachusetts

Home of Fenway Park and one of the original colonies, Massachusetts is a well-known and well-loved state in the Northeast.…

belted kingfisher

Discover 11 Blue Birds in New York

When people think of New York, they think of New York City, where the streets are crowded, and buildings reach…

northwest Wisconsin forest

Discover the Largest Forest in Wisconsin (And What Lives Within It)

Wisconsin, an upper Midwest state, sits along two Great Lakes. It may be known for its dairy and farms, but…

Chicago at Lake Michigan

Discover the Deepest Lake in the Chicago Area

: If you’ve ever had the pleasure of living or visiting Chicago, then you know the city is a hub…

Elephant Butte Lake, New Mexico

What’s the Largest Man-Made Lake in New Mexico?

New Mexico is known for its laid-back lifestyle and breathtaking rural scenery. The state boasts impressive diversity, from canyons to…

red-breasted nuthatch

Discover 12 Blue Birds in Alabama

Alabama is a state in the southeast with a diverse ecosystem. You can find everything from forests to coastlines to…

Two Barn Swallows (Hirundo rustica) sitting on a branch.

Discover 12 Blue Birds in Maryland

Maryland is a mid-Atlantic state surrounded by abundant coastlines and waterways. Almost 40% of its land surface is covered in…

Juvenile Blue Jay with green background

Discover 11 Blue Birds in Georgia

Located in the Southeastern United States, Georgia features humid forests, woodlands, mountains, and miles of coastline. It has the perfect…

Florida scrub jay

Discover 12 Blue Birds in Florida

Florida is a popular spot for wintering birds, as it provides warm weather year-round. You can find many unique species…

Blue Grosbeak (Passerina caerulea) perched on a leafy tree branch.

Discover 11 Blue Birds in Virginia

Virginia lies in the Mid-Atlantic and southeastern regions of the United States, amid an idyllic landscape of beaches and forests…

Common Grackle

Discover 12 Blue Birds in Michigan

Birding in Michigan is a popular pastime, and the state offers many opportunities, from national parks and trails to the…

A male indigo bunting perched up on bare branch against a green background. As it's name suggests, the bird is vivid blue.

All Types Of Blue Birds in Pennsylvania

Common blue birds often come in the form of passerines that like to visit backyards. Do you have a songbird…

clapper rail

12 Impressive Types of Marsh Birds

Marshes are wetlands consisting of either freshwater or saltwater. Most of the marshes in the United States are on the…

Tree Swallow on Branch with American Dogwood Flower

A Look At All The Blue Birds In North Carolina

North Carolina’s natural beauty is unmatched. From its sandy beaches to smokey mountains, there is an abundance of habitats perfect…

starling murmuration

Starling Murmuration: What Is It and Where You Can See It

Starling murmurations are a spectacular sight, something you have to see to believe. It is one of nature’s most magnificent…

bald eagles perched over water

Do Bald Eagles Migrate During the Winter?

If you search “bird migration,” you will be inundated by pictures of enormous flocks numbering the thousands making their way…

crow perched on post in fog

Do Crows Migrate During the Winter?

The word “crow” is a broad term used to describe the Corvus genus, which also includes ravens, rooks, and Jackdaws.…

Giant Haast's eagle

Discover a Massive Eagle That’s 3X the Size of a Bald Eagle

The bald eagle is incredibly powerful and one of the largest birds on earth. They soar the skies with their…

dog being examined for canine conjunctivitis

Eye Boogers (Discharge): The Reasons Why and How to Help Your Pet

Eye boogers happen to the best of us, including our furry family members. Does your dog wake up with eye…

dog at vet

Bloat in Dogs: Signs, Causes, and Prevention

Feeling bloated is a natural and normal part of human life. And like their human family members, dogs can also…

Training a dog

How to Train A Dog: The Must Know Facts

When you first take your sweet puppy home, all you can think about is how precious they are. But then…

spotted garden eel

Spotted Garden Eel

The spotted garden eel (Heteroconger hassi) is a fascinating and shy marine species found in tropical and subtropical waters of…

spay a dog at petsmart

Which Sicknesses Can Dogs Get From Humans?

As a pet owner, you want to protect your dog by keeping them safe and healthy. But how do you…

pig-nosed turtle

Pig-Nosed Turtle

The pig-nosed turtle is facing unsustainable levels of collection for the international pet trade. Summary The pig-nosed turtle (Carettochelys insculpta)…

Scale-crested Pygmy Tyrant perched on a tree branch

Scale-Crested Pygmy Tyrant

The scale-crested pygmy tyrant (Lophotriccus pileatus) is a tiny South American tyrant flycatcher with a distinct shaggy crest. This species…

Basset Hound Mix

13 Things You Can Give A Dog To Treat Pain

Dogs can be our very best friends. They stick by our side when we are sad, scared, or hurt. So…

A Blue Jay is perched on a Blue Spruce tree branch. Rosetta McClain Gardens, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

12 Types Of The Most Common Birds

Are you a beginner birder looking to identify the most common birds you might come across? The birds on this…

Corn Bunting (Miliaria calandra) is sitting on a beautiful background

Discover All Types Of Bunting Birds

The buntings are a family of Old World passerines native to Asia, Europe, and Africa. The bunting species found in…

sage thrasher

10 Most Common Types of Thrush Birds

There are 174 species in the thrush family, and they are often soft, plump medium-sized birds. They have wide-ranging distributions,…

canyon wren

Discover All Types Of Wren Birds

The wrens are a family of brown passerines predominately from the New World (the Americas). Most species are inconspicuous and…

Funny owl

The 11 Best Podcasts about Birds

Are you a beginner birder looking for tips and tricks to get started? Or are you an expert ornithologist wanting…

house sparrow

Discover All The Types Of Birds In The World

There are 249 bird families containing over 11,000 species, totaling over 50 billion birds that inhabit our earth! Some of…

Pacific Spaghetti eels

Pacific Spaghetti Eel

The Pacific spaghetti eel is a long, slender fish found in the temperate waters of the Pacific Ocean, with an…

UTIs in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and How To Treat.

Many people have experienced a UTI, or urinary tract infection, at least once. But our furry friends are also susceptible…

Himalayan griffin vulture

The Most Common Birds That Eat Dead Animals

Most birds you see from your windowsill feed on tiny seeds, berries, and insects. But not all can be as…

Hammerhead Worm

Hammerhead Worm

“They possess a neurotoxin called tetrodotoxin, which is also found in pufferfish.” Summary The hammerhead worm (Bipalium fuscatum) is a…

Oilfish

Oilfish

The oilfish (Ruvettus pretiosus) is a species of snake mackerel found in the temperate and tropical waters of the Atlantic…

Yellow hairy frogfish (Antennarius striatus)

Hairy Frogfish

The hairy frogfish (Antennarius striatus), also known as the striated frogfish, is a species of anglerfish found in tropical and…

De Brazza's monkey

De Brazza’s Monkey

“De Brazza’s get their name from their cryptic nature, often hiding from predators and humans.” Summary The de Brazza’s monkey…

Cool Types of Birds

7 Elegant Types Of Pink Birds

Birds’ feathers come in a range of beautiful colors, but these vibrant shades aren’t just aesthetically pleasing; they often serve…

Bearded fireworm

Bearded Fireworm

“Each body segment of the bearded fireworm has hollow venom-filled bristles, which break off after penetrating flesh.” Summary The bearded…

a goldfinches lower frame right, looking left, perched on a small branch. The bird is yellow, with black andd gray wings. The top of the bird's head is black and its beak is orange, Indistinct light green background. T

Discover All Types Of Birds In Wisconsin

Are you a bird enthusiast looking to discover the common birds in Wisconsin? Or do you have a feathered friend…

Amazonian Royal Flycatcher

Meet The 12 Cutest Birds In The World

I’m sure you have seen adorable kittens and squeezable puppies, but what about birds? Some birds are so tiny they…

Costa's Hummingbird

Hummingbirds and Woodpeckers Can Lick Their Own Brains. Here’s How.

Animals everywhere have unique adaptations that allow them to adjust and thrive in their environments. Some of those adaptations include…

Belted kingfisher

Discover All Types Of Blue Birds In Colorado

Colorado ranks in the top ten states with the most birds, which is surprising for an inland region away from…

Center frame: Canada Goose flying over water,. The goose's wings are large and spread. The goose is flying low, so low that its wing its almost in the slate blue water. The goose is grey and brown with a long pblack neck, and black head, with a white throat. Out-of-focus natural outdoor background.

Types of Birds That Flock Together

Did you know that a flock of crows is called a murder? Or that starling murmurations are one of the…

A Lidth's jay center fram, perched on a dowel , or some other uniformly cylindrical long piece of wood. The bird has a black fac,e a blue nape and mantle, a rusty-to-rosy underbelly and shoulder/top of wing, which turns blue (middle) to deep blue/black tip. The tail is longish and appears to be blue. Indistinct lime green background, probably grass.

Beautiful Types Of Jay Birds

When discussing birds, if you hear the word jay, don’t you automatically think of a blue jay? And while most…

A hooded pitohui perched on a branch. The body of the bird is dark with an orang/rust cloak.

Poisonous Birds

We’ve heard of venomous snakes and poisonous frogs, but did you know there are toxic birds? Studies on these unique…

greater reha

Meet The Largest South American Bird

South America is a vibrant, colorful continent filled with mountains and tropical rainforests teeming with plant and animal life. It…