Russet-winged Spadebill

All-black songbird with decurved bill and long, cleft tail that curves up at the end. Adult has bright red eye, young birds dark-eyed. Plumage shows metallic iridescence in optimal light. Metallic Starling has finer bill, tapered tail. Inhabits great variety of habitats, where it chases insects mercilessly. Perches prominently, delivering harsh, squawking calls, often mimicking other species such as butcherbirds and kingfishers.

The largest nuthatch in the world, about the size of a bulbul. Coloration similar to many other nuthatches: gray above and white below, with a thick black line through the eye. Picky in its habitat preferences and as a result generally uncommon or absent through much of its range; requires extensive stands of mature tall pines in foothills and montane regions. Can be quite loud, giving a hoarse chatter reminiscent of a corvid; also gives a clipped fluty whistle.

Like other green pigeons, usually seen flying overhead or perched in a fruiting tree. Green overall with a neon-blue bill and bright red feet. Sexes are similar, but males have a faint orange wash on the chest that females lack. Very long, sharp-tipped tail is diagnostic and evident both when in flight and when perched. Usually seen in pairs or small to medium-sized flocks in hill forest. Generally quiet; occasionally gives a high fluty “doo!” followed by two to three deeper coos.