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10 Incredible Migratory Birds to Spot This Winter

Winter is the perfect time to witness the awe-inspiring journeys of migratory birds. These avian travellers cover vast distances, bringing vibrant colours and melodies. Here are ten incredible species to watch for during their winter migrations.

Sheetal Kumari | January 27, 2025 / 17:38 IST
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AMUR FALCON: Witness the world's longest migratory journey, as Amur Falcons travel 22,000 km from Mongolia to Africa. (Image: Canva)
AMUR FALCON: Witness the world's longest migratory journey, as Amur Falcons travel 22,000 km from Mongolia to Africa. (Image: Canva)
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RUBY-THROATED HUMMINGBIRD: Spot these iridescent birds as they migrate from Canada to Central America, refueling at nectar-rich flowers. (Image: Canva)
RUBY-THROATED HUMMINGBIRD: Spot these iridescent birds as they migrate from Canada to Central America, refueling at nectar-rich flowers.
(Image: Canva)
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SNOW GOOSE: Marvel at the V-formation flights of Snow Geese, migrating from Arctic tundras to warmer US and Mexican wetlands. (Image: Canva)
SNOW GOOSE: Marvel at the V-formation flights of Snow Geese, migrating from Arctic tundras to warmer US and Mexican wetlands. (Image: Canva)
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OSPREY: Watch as Ospreys migrate from North America to Central and South America, showcasing their impressive diving skills. (Image: Canva)
OSPREY: Watch as Ospreys migrate from North America to Central and South America, showcasing their impressive diving skills. (Image: Canva)
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RED KNOT: Track the epic journey of Red Knots, traveling 9,000 miles from the Arctic to South America's Tierra del Fuego. (Image: Canva)
RED KNOT: Track the epic journey of Red Knots, traveling 9,000 miles from the Arctic to South America's Tierra del Fuego. (Image: Canva)
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AMERICAN GOLDEN-PLOVER: Observe the dramatic transformation of American Golden-Plovers, migrating from Arctic breeding grounds to South American wintering grounds. (image: Canva)
AMERICAN GOLDEN-PLOVER: Observe the dramatic transformation of American Golden-Plovers, migrating from Arctic breeding grounds to South American wintering grounds. (image: Canva)
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BROAD WINGED-HAWK: Witness the spectacular kettling behavior of Broad-Winged Hawks, migrating in large flocks from North America to South America. (Image: Canva)
BROAD WINGED-HAWK: Witness the spectacular kettling behavior of Broad-Winged Hawks, migrating in large flocks from North America to South America. (Image: Canva)
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SEMIPALMATED SANDPIPER: Spot the tiny Semipalmated Sandpipers, traveling in massive flocks from the Arctic to South America's coastal wetlands. (Image: Canva)
SEMIPALMATED SANDPIPER: Spot the tiny Semipalmated Sandpipers, traveling in massive flocks from the Arctic to South America's coastal wetlands. (Image: Canva)
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MERLIN: Catch a glimpse of the swift and agile Merlin, migrating from North America's boreal forests to Central and South America's warmer regions. (Image: Canva)
MERLIN: Catch a glimpse of the swift and agile Merlin, migrating from North America's boreal forests to Central and South America's warmer regions. (Image: Canva)
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YELLOW WARBLER: Welcome the bright and cheerful Yellow Warblers, migrating from North America's forests to Central and South America's tropical habitats. (Image: Canva)
YELLOW WARBLER: Welcome the bright and cheerful Yellow Warblers, migrating from North America's forests to Central and South America's tropical habitats. (Image: Canva)

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