OT Staff & Waquar Habib
Found across sub-Saharan Africa, this bird’s iridescent violet back and white underside gleam in sunlight. Males dazzle during breeding season, making them a photographer’s delight.
Africa’s most colourful bird, it flaunts lilac, turquoise, and blue plumage. Often perched on acacia trees, it swoops gracefully to catch insects on open savannahs.
Common in American wetlands, this bird’s shimmering purple-blue feathers and red-tipped bill stand out. Its long yellow toes help it walk elegantly across floating vegetation.
Small but striking, this African sunbird flashes iridescent violet plumage while feeding on nectar. Its quick movements and vivid colours make it a gem for birders.
With dusky purple-brown feathers and an elegant neck, this heron inhabits European and Asian wetlands. It stalks prey silently through dense reeds, blending seamlessly with surroundings.
Native to the Caribbean, this hummingbird glows with a metallic purple throat and emerald wings. It hovers around tropical flowers, feeding on nectar with vibrant precision.
This wetland bird sports deep violet plumage and a crimson bill. Found from Europe to Australasia, it strides boldly through reeds, pulling stems with its strong feet.
North America’s largest swallow, the glossy indigo-purple martin nests in colonies and migrates thousands of miles each year, enchanting watchers with its swift, graceful flight.
A cheerful North American songbird, the male’s raspberry hue brightens snowy winters. Frequenting feeders and coniferous forests, it’s beloved for its sweet, warbling call.
Native to West Africa, the violet turaco dazzles with velvety purple plumage and a bright crest. It glides between fruiting trees, adding colour to dense forests.