Galah (Eolophus roseicapilla), family Cacatuidae, order Psittaciformes, NE VIC, Australia
photograph by Kel Schultz
European Robin/rödhake. Värmland, Sweden (April 5, 2021).
American Woodcock demonstrates "distal rhynchokinesis," the ability to flex the end of its bill. This allows it to grab earthworms it encounters when probing in soil. Other shorebirds, including Dunlins & Sanderlings, can bend their bills in this way. 😃
Little wren, I thank you for your mighty song.
All spring and summer, your serenade is my companion.