Birds

A small bird from the bunting family, the yellowhammer is easily recognizable by its golden-yellow plumage on its chest and head. It is common in temperate regions of Asia and Europe, where it can be sedentary or migrate to warmer climates for the winter. The yellowhammer has also become a naturalized bird in New Zealand, where it was introduced by humans. Distinguished by its grace, elegance, and resonant song, it can even become a striking addition to any home.

The Urals' natural environments are extremely diverse: tundra stretches to the north, while the steppes of Kazakhstan are found in the south. A wide variety of bird species can be found in diverse climates and remote areas far from human habitation. Many of them are listed in the Red Data Books.

The siskin is a songbird belonging to the order Passeriformes, the finch family. Siskins have a fairly wide range and are numerous. They are migratory, so it is difficult to spot them in one place. They inhabit the coniferous forests of Eurasia. They are numerous in the forests of Russia. They arrive in Crimea only in winter, and in the Caucasus, during the cooler months, they migrate from the mountains to the valleys.

City dwellers are accustomed to seeing jackdaws feeding alongside pigeons. However, not everyone is aware of the interesting characteristics of their behavior and character. These birds, however, deserve attention, if only because they have lived alongside humans for hundreds of years. Moreover, they are not without intelligence and can be tamed.

Anyone who owns a dacha or spends time in the forest is familiar with the staccato tapping sound. The source of this sound is the woodpecker. This bird's family is widespread throughout the world, making it one of the most numerous. Ornithologists recognize more than twenty species of woodpeckers. Since ancient times, these birds have captivated people. For a long time, they were considered pests and were hunted.