Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is a 2020 American superhero film based on the DC Comics team Birds of Prey. It is the eighth film in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and a spin-off sequel to Suicide Squad (2016). Birds of Prey was directed by Cathy Yan and written by Christina Hodson. The film stars Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Helena Bertinelli/Huntress, Jurnee Smollett-Bell as Dinah Lance/Black Canary, Rosie Perez as Renee Montoya, Chris Messina as Victor Zsasz, Ewan McGregor as Roman Sionis/Black Mask, and Ella Jay Basco as Cassandra…
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Summer Tanagers are brightly colored songbirds that breed in the southeastern United States and spend the winter in tropical areas of Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. These birds sometimes visit bird feeders, but they are not regular feeder birds like chickadees or goldfinches. What do Summer Tanagers eat? Summer Tanagers mainly eat insects and other arthropods such as bees, wasps, beetles, dragonflies, spiders, and caterpillars. They also occasionally eat small fruits and berries. Summer Tanagers forage for food high up in trees, flying out from a perch to catch insects in mid-air or pluck them from leaves and…
Sparrows are a common type of small bird found throughout much of the world. While some sparrow species are endangered or threatened, most sparrows are considered common birds and are not protected under law. Are sparrows protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act? The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) is a federal law in the United States that protects migratory birds, their nests, and their eggs. The MBTA makes it illegal to harm, hunt, capture, kill, possess, sell, or purchase migratory birds, their feathers, nests, or eggs without a permit. Sparrows are considered native migratory bird species in the United…
The female wood duck makes a variety of vocalizations, including quacks, squeals, and whines. The most well-known sound made by the female wood duck is the “hoo-eek, hoo-eek” mating call she uses to attract male wood ducks in the spring. This distinctive call carries far and can be heard by humans from a great distance away. Let’s take a closer look at the sounds made by female wood ducks. Mating Call The female wood duck’s mating call is a loud, raspy “hoo-eek, hoo-eek.” This two-note call is often repeated multiple times in succession. It is one of the defining features…
Gannets are large seabirds that are known for their steep diving behavior when hunting fish. While they are found along the coasts of the northern Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico, and parts of the Pacific, gannets do not naturally occur in Florida. Some key questions about gannets in Florida include: What species of gannets are found in North America? Where is the natural range and habitat of gannets? Have there been any sightings or reports of gannets in Florida? Could gannets start occurring in Florida due to climate change or other factors? What species of gannets are found in…
Quick Answers Here are some quick answers to common questions about getting birds to eat vegetables: Start slow – Mix small amounts of veggies into their regular food at first, then gradually increase the ratio over time. Try different preparations – Raw, cooked, frozen, or freeze-dried vegetables may entice your bird. Offer variety – Keep trying new veggies – sometimes it takes time for birds to accept new foods. Make it fun – Draw your bird’s attention to the veggies, hand feed them as treats, or hide pieces around their cage. Persist – It often takes time and patience for…
Green jays (Cyanocorax yncas) are a species of jay found in parts of North and Central America. They are medium-sized songbirds with bright green plumage on their back and wings, and have a black head with blue markings around their eyes. Green jays are highly intelligent and social birds that live in family groups and build nests together. Their lifespan in the wild and longevity in captivity are key aspects of their natural history. Lifespan in the Wild In their natural habitat, the lifespan of green jays can vary based on different factors, but on average they live approximately 5-8…
Elegant terns are medium-sized seabirds found along the coasts of North America. With their sharp black caps and long, elegant tail streamers, these birds are a beautiful sight along our shores. Read on to learn more fascinating facts about these graceful fliers! What do elegant terns look like? Elegant terns are striking birds with distinctive black caps, white foreheads, and long, forked grey and white tail streamers. Their bills are orange with black tips. In breeding plumage, their heads are solid black and their underparts are pale grey. Nonbreeding birds have white foreheads and white mottling on their crowns and…
The Greater Prairie Chicken (Tympanuchus cupido) is a medium-sized grouse species that is native to the prairies of central North America. Once abundant across the Great Plains, Greater Prairie Chicken populations have experienced a dramatic decline over the past century due to loss of habitat, overhunting and changing land use practices. As a result, the Greater Prairie Chicken is now considered a vulnerable species and is protected in most states within its historic range. Understanding how this iconic grassland bird became endangered provides important insights into prairie conservation and highlights the need to protect remaining fragments of prairie habitat. Historical…
Opening Paragraph Peacocks do not have a national bird, as they are animals and not countries. Peacocks are a type of bird in the genus Pavo, most known for the male’s ornate plumage and mating displays. The national bird of India is the Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus), which is one of the peacock species. The Indian peafowl is native to South Asia, but peacocks in general are found in parts of Africa and Asia. So in summary, peacocks themselves do not have a national bird, but the Indian peafowl is the national bird of India. What is a National Bird?…