The Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) is a fascinating bird native to the southwestern United States and parts of Mexico. Known for its distinctive appearance and rapid ground-running ability, it inhabits arid landscapes such as deserts and scrublands. With its long legs, streaked plumage, and crest atop its head, the roadrunner is an iconic symbol of the American Southwest.
Despite its terrestrial lifestyle, it's also capable of short flights. These resourceful birds primarily feed on insects, small reptiles, and occasionally seeds.

The Wrinkled Hornbill (Rhabdotorrhinus corrugatus) is a large bird species native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly found in Borneo and Sumatra. It is characterized by its striking appearance, featuring a black body with wrinkled skin around its eyes and throat, a large yellow bill with a casque (a hollow structure on top), and white-tipped tail feathers. The Wrinkled Hornbill primarily feeds on fruits, figs, and insects found in the forest canopy. It plays an essential role in seed dispersal, helping to maintain the biodiversity of its habitat.

Golden oriole feeding its chicks in the nest

The Black Francolin is a gamebird native to South Asia, particularly found in countries like India, Pakistan, and Nepal. This bird is known for its striking black plumage with white speckles and distinctive red and white cheek patches. The male Black Francolin has a loud and distinctive call that echoes through open grasslands and agricultural fields, making it a familiar sound in rural areas.