What Are the Different Types of Endangered Birds?
Bird watching is a hobby that many people enjoy. There are, however, some species of birds that are at risk of becoming extremely rare or completely disappearing. Endangered birds can be found around the world and include species such as the Norfolk Island green parrot, the crested shelduck, and the gorgeted puffleg. The Hawaiian stilt’s native name is Ae‘o, which means one standing tall. Its names come from the fact that these endangered birds have long, thin pink legs that help boost their height to about 15 inches (38 cm). According to the Fish & Wildlife Service, this bird was placed on the endangered list in 1970 when the wetlands that compose its native habitat were being altered. The Norfolk Islands is home to one of the world’s endangered birds. The Norfolk Island green parrot, commonly referred to as the Norfolk parakeet, is believed to have a population that is almost completely limited to the Norfolk Island National Park. These birds are characterized by their green bodies a
