Himalayan Owl

An unusual white-eye with dark plumage and a long, curved bill. Olive-green above and gray below with a broad white eye-ring. Found on the island of Reunion in humid forest, mostly at middle and high elevations. Vaguely similar to Reunion Gray White-eye, but easily separated by the white eye-ring and the olive-green back. Gives a warbling song and a variety of calls including a short, accelerating series of chipping notes. 

Familiar but stunning jay found year-round throughout most of eastern North America. Bright blue above and pale gray below with a fluffy crest. Also look for black necklace and black and white markings on the wings and tail. Pairs or small groups travel through mature deciduous or coniferous woodlands, often revealing their presence with loud, harsh “jay” calls. Frequently visits bird feeders, where it is often aggressive towards other birds.

This uncommon tyrannulet is found in the Andes from extreme western Venezuela to Peru. Look for a combination of yellow underparts, white eyebrow, gray crown, and buffy wingbars. Like other members of its genus, tends to perch horizontally, which helps separate it from similarly-plumaged bristle-tyrants. Singles or pairs forage with mixed-species flock, usually in the canopy or subcanopy. Occurs in subtropical forests and edges from around 1,600 to 2,800 m. Listen for squeaky series of “chew” notes.