Birds of North Carolina

What’s that bird?

North Carolina is full of interesting birds. See one you don’t recognize? Scroll down to see some of the common (and not so common) birds that live here. Beware: for many birds, colors and behavior can vary based on sex, age, and season. Male birds tend to be more colorful, while female and adolescent birds may have better camouflage. Use the eBird links to learn more about each species.

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Song Sparrow

Song Sparrows are quite loud, especially on windy November mornings like the one here.

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Yellow-throated Warbler

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Great Blue Heron

Tall and glaceful, with a long neck and long legs, the Great Blue Heron looks more like a dinosaur than a bird.

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American Crow

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Tufted Titmouse

The Tufted Titmouse gets its name from the small tuft of feathers on its head. This little gray bird is a frequent visitor to feeders and seems most common in winter.

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