25 portraits of rare and endangered birds that look simply stunning. Number 5 is amazing

The resplendent quetzal with its vibrant emerald green feathers and long, iridescent tail feathers that trail behind like a flowing gown.

The regal harpy eagle with its imposing size, powerful beak, and piercing eyes, showcasing its majestic presence in the rainforest.

The strikingly beautiful Atlantic puffin with its distinctive orange beak, black and white plumage, and soulful eyes, perched on a rocky cliff overlooking the ocean.

The elusive Philippine eagle, also known as the “monkey-eating eagle,” with its unique combination of dark brown and white feathers and striking gaze, exuding a sense of mystery and awe.

The colorful and charismatic resplendent trogon with its iridescent plumage of red, green, and blue, perched on a branch, ready to take flight in the lush tropical forest.

The endangered African grey parrot, known for its high intelligence and ability to mimic human speech, showcasing its sleek grey feathers and bright red tail inquisitively.

The elegant and graceful whooping crane, with its pure white plumage, distinctive black facial markings, and long, slender legs, wading in shallow water.

The critically endangered spoon-billed sandpiper, with its unique spatulate-shaped bill, vibrant orange legs, and intricate brown and white feather patterns, foraging along the muddy shores.

The vibrant and flamboyant Andean cock-of-the-rock, with its bright orange plumage, large crest, and striking courtship display, captivating attention in the dense montane forests.

The endangered California condor, with its massive wingspan, black feathers, and distinctive bare head, soaring high above the rugged landscapes of the American West.

The stunningly beautiful Indian peafowl, or peacock, with its iridescent blue and green plumage, adorned with intricate patterns and a magnificent fan-like tail, displaying its courtship dance.

The rare and charismatic Kakapo, a flightless parrot from New Zealand, with its mossy green feathers, large wings, and comical appearance, perched on a branch in the dense forest.

The strikingly unique shoebill stork, with its massive bill resembling a shoe, blue-grey plumage, and intense yellow eyes, wading in the swamps of Africa.

The endangered hooded crane, with its snowy white plumage, striking black facial markings, and elegant posture, foraging in the wetlands of Asia.

The charismatic and colorful Malabar pied hornbill, with its large size, black and white plumage, and striking yellow bill, perched on a tree branch in the tropical rainforest of India.

The rare and elusive Blyth’s tragopan, a bird of the Himalayas, with its intricate and colorful plumage, distinctive facial markings, and majestic appearance, blending seamlessly into the forest.

The endangered red-crowned crane, with its elegant grey and white plumage, bright red crown, and graceful movements, dancing and calling during courtship displays in Japan and Russia.

The magnificent Andean condor, with its massive size, black feathers, and distinctive white collar, soaring effortlessly above the high peaks of the Andes Mountains.

The critically endangered black-winged myna, with its glossy black feathers, striking yellow eyes, and white patches on the wings, perched on a branch in the lush rainforests of Southeast Asia.