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Advances in digital photography have given us the opportunity to capture the beauty and freedom of birds in the wild like never before. In January 2011, the Wild Bird Trust set up a Facebook page with the intention of celebrating free flight and birds in the wild from around the world. Here are the “Top 25 Wild Bird Photographs of the Week” drawn from thousands of photographs submitted to the Wild Bird Trust. Celebrate the freedom and splendor of birds in the wild with us and stimulate positive change by sharing how beautiful the birds of the world really are…
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Canary flycatchers are restricted to SE Asia where they breed in upland to montane oak and other broad-leaved forests in temperate to tropical S Asia, from Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka to Indonesia and S China. (Debapratim Saha)

Rock kestrel and their closest cousins are widespread throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa, preferring a variety of habitats with close proximity to rocky outcrops. (Anja Denker)

Retz's Helmetshrikes mobve around in flocks of between 5 and 30 individuals, which become nomadic in response to food stress. They are found throughout S, central and E Africa. (Chris Krog)

European robin perched on a signboard asking people not to feed birds. Photographed on a winter's morning in Cannock Chase (Staffordshire, UK) where garden birds has been developing skin infections most likely from feeding on food left out by local residents (e.g. stale bread). (Suranjan Mukherjee)

Brown shrikes have a distinctive black "bandit-mask" through the eye and are found in open scrub habitats perched on the tops of thorny bushes in search of prey. They are widespread and breed in temperate Asia, migrating to tropical Asia during winter. (Suranjan Mukherjee)

Southern white-faced scops-owl prefer a wide range of woodland habitat situated along dry river beds. They are locally common residents and feed on a numerous invertebrate and vertebrate prey. (Justin Klusener)

Harlequin ducks breed along cold, fast-moving streams in NW and NE North America, Greenland, Iceland and W Russia. The eastern North American population is declining and is considered endangered. Photographed in Stykkisholmur (Iceland). (Antero Topp)

Sapphire flycatchers are found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam where they prefer subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. (Debapratim Saha)

Yellow-vented flowerpeckers are found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. They prefer subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. (Soumya Sundar Chakraborty)

Red-headed trogons are found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam, preferring subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. (Debapratim Saha)

Rose-ringed parakeet is a gregarious tropical Afro-Asian parakeet species that has an extremely large distributional range and have demonstrated an ability to establish feral populations in cities around the world. (Pushpal Goswami)

Red crossbills breed in the spruce forests of North America. They specialize in feeding on conifer cones (particularly spruces). Their unusual bill shape is an adaptation to assist the extraction of the seeds from the cones. (Debapratim Saha)

NarinaTrogons are the most widespread and generalist in their habitat preferences of the three Apaloderma trogons. Their name is "Khoikhoi" in origin and is believed to come from the mistress of the French ornithologist, François Le Vaillant. They are distributed from Sierra Leone to Ethiopia, and E Africa to South Africa. (Justin Klusener)

Long-tailed broadbills are found in the Himalayas, SE Asia, and Indonesia, and are the only bird in the genus Psarisomus. They are highly sociable and normally travels in large, noisy flocks. (Debapratim Saha)

Little ringed plovers breed in open gravel areas near freshwater, including gravel pits, islands and river edges throughout Europe and western Asia. They nest on the ground on stones with little or no plant growth. (Soumya Sundar Chakraborty)

White-throated kingfishers are distributed throughout Eurasia and feed on a wide range of prey that includes small reptiles, amphibians, crabs, small rodents, and even birds. (Bulan Chakraborty)

Grey crowned cranes are found in the dry savannas of Africa south of the Sahara. They have a booming call that involves the inflation of the red gular sac (pictured), producing a honking sound quite different from the trumpeting of other crane species. (Justin Klusener)

Green-tailed sunbirds are found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam, preferring temperate forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. (Debapratim Saha)

Great northern diver is distributed throughout Eurasia and North America. have disappeared from some lakes in eastern North America due to the effects of acid rain and pollution, as well as lead poisoning from fishing sinkers and mercury contamination from industrial waste. Photographed here in Myvatn (Iceland). (Antero Topp)

Great Indian hornbills are found in the forests of Nepal, India, the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra, Indonesia. They are considered "Near Threatened" and are listed on CITES Appendix I. (Debapratim Saha)

Crested serpent eagles are found in forested habitats across tropical Asia. Photographed here in Meghalaya (NE India). (Israel Momin)

Cape weavers are endemic to South Africa and occur in grasslands, agricultural lands, and fynbos habitats, which are near rivers. They form noisy colonies in tall trees and reedbeds. (Gareth Robbins)

Common kingfishers have a wide distribution across Eurasia and North Africa. They are also known as the Eurasian kingfisher or river kingfisher. (Pushpal Goswami)

Purple herons breed in Africa, central and S Europe, as wella as S and E Asia. They have a slow flight pattern that shows off the amazing markings on the retracted neck. (Allan Holland)

Ruby-cheeked sunbirds are found in the forests of found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam. (Debapratim Saha)
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The Wild Bird Trust was founded in South Africa in August 2009 with the primary objective of keeping birds safe in the wild. The trust aims to encourage the use of flagship endangered bird species as “ecosystem ambassadors” in their indigenous habitat. The trust focusses on linking ordinary people with conservation action in the field through innovative marketing campaigns and brand development. Saving Africa’s birds is going to take a determined effort from all of us.
The main aims and objectives of the Wild Bird Trust are to:
- To advance the research in, education about and conservation of all birds in the wild as well as the related habitat.
- Focus will be placed primarily on African species that act as ecosystem and biodiversity indicators although other species and geographical areas will be considered as well.
- To work with all interested and involved parties including government, private sector, NGOs, education and research institutions, aviculture and bird-watching sectors without losing objectivity and independence.
In the pursuit of these aims and objectives the Wild Bird trust works closely with relevant local and international entities and persons, including: government authorities; educational institutions; conservation organizations; and avicultural organizations. The trust is funded entirely by its founder members, charitable donations and conservation grants.
See Wild Bird Trust’s epic research expedition across the Okavango Delta using mokoros over 18 days:
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4) Bush Boyes on Expedition – Escape from Chief’s Island and World Heritage Status…
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I look forward to the top 25 bird photographs every week with great anticipation due to the spectacular avian photography and because of the fact that there are new species included every week, some of them which I have never ever seen or heard of – just beautiful!!l
I look forward to the Top 25 Wild Bird Photographs every week with great anticipation; partly because of the spectacular avian photography and also because of the fact that there a new species featured every week – most which I have never seen or heard before – just beautiful!!
Gorgeous top 25….brilliantly photographed and chosen.
cheers
Erin T.
MERCI
big stunners,little stunners,they make your day-a sighting can
todas excelentes dificil escoger soy amante de la naturaleza en especial de las aves felicitaciones
they are awar porpoti, save it, and than thank’s for wild bird photograpy
thay are awar porpoty, save it. and thank’s for wild bird photography
This blog is “birdtastic”. Surely I am anxious for future photos weekly!! Thanks for sharing. They are superb!!
que hermosas aves los felicito por sus fotografías de Venezuela………..
Hi guys great selection!
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Sir,
i admire your Photography. I like to say that Ornithologists will be grateful to you for those collection of birds images.
Thanks.
La creacion de Dios algo sin igual , ADMIRABLE , PRECIOSO
lo que nos da alegria nos llena realmente ,; LOS ANIMALES POSEEN ESA BELLEZA SIN VANIDAD ; Y que fotografos increibles que creatividad son realmente maravillosos que mucho disfruto con NG.
Nice!! Thanks you ! I ilke:)
Esto es en grado sumo ¡maravilloso!Gracias muchas gracias a todas estas personas amantes de la naturaleza y que se dedican a protegerla.Vivo en Reñaca Alto,es un sector semi rural de Viña y cada amanecer despierto y disfruto con las avecillas que abundan por estos lares.Tordos,chirigües ,loicas zorzales ,tencas ect. esto es a distitos horarios ,ya que yo trabajo en mi huerto casi el día entero ,como buena descendiente de mi pueblo aborigen amo adoro la pacha mama.
All praises to almighty
Who has painted them beautifuly them without any
Brush or colour
Very nice indeed. Here’s and Australian bird in my backyard
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=259829460786034&set=a.225648777537436.32896.225644937537820&type=1&theater
Excelente!!!
Jehova Dios hizo todo perfecto y ellos parte de su creación, todo hecho para nosotros con amor, y para que lo cuidáramos y apreciáramos. Gracias Dios y cuídalas de los cazadores.
woderfull
Que belleza, solo la naturaleza tiene colore y conbinaciones perfectos
Excellent photography and great creation of nature.Save them at any cost. It is very important for environment.
great picturesqe photos ,a thing of beauty is joy for ever
GOOD JOB
it is very nice and very EXCELLENT thx
Al observar la gran variedad de aves existentes en el Planeta,nos damos cuenta que tiene que haber una mano que diseña y no producto de un azar . Gracias a estos sensacionales fotografos por mostrarnos este hermoso espectaculo .
thank you .good job
We have so many diverse species of birds. They are all beautiful.
Me gustaría saber sí Nat. Geo. edita algún libro solo dedicado a las aves y como poder adquirirlo?
with best wishes to you all.
thanks god and you all for these grateful creatures.
with anticipation
Superb…Good job nice photographs….I am anxious for future photos weekly!! Thanks for sharing.
Welcome, National Geographic vary vary thank.
I LIKE IT NICE.
I am doing wild life photography as hobby .. its a treat watching these lovely birds.. how i can i add mine..
All you need to do to have your amazing wild bird photographs considered for the Top 25 is send a few of your best photos each week to: steve@wildbirdtrust.com and we will take care of the rest. Alternatively, please submit via our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/wildbirdtrust
All the best,
Dr Steve Boyes
Out-standing!
Thanks a lot for these beautiful and breathtaking pictures. They are a treat for my eyes and adorn my computer screen while being idle. May you continue to share with us all the beauties of nature through your pictures. Thanks a lot again.
are simply beautifulthe photographs
How GOD has created such beautiful colours from one single egg.
Nice photographs. I support the Wild Bird Revolution.
all birds r verry sharp, good color, and all r verry rare birds
Very beautiful pictures of these birds. They have very beautiful colors.
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Nice birds, . . . . . . .thumb up
masterpieces in photgraphy
Grand photos. Nice information. ” A thing of beauty is a joy forever”
The pics and notes are very informative….
Photography is Xcellent
super photos
bhn ji in rachnaaon ki pnsrhsaa ke liyen mere paas shbd hi nahin hai or tlaashne pr mil bhi nahi rahe hai fir bhi badhaai ..akhtar khan akela kota rajsthan
It’s Nice & Beautiful
All they are so beautiful. Their beauty touch my heart. God is Great. God bless to us.
It was flattering to see this gallery, and most amazing birds around. can you please let me know How can I submit the Photo for this section?
Cheers!
Avi
Just so beautiful!!! Thank you all for sharing.
These beauties make my day, thank you for sharing.
It’s very good, i like it
I am like this birds beautifull collection.
excellent photography