Posted in Virginia Nature January 04, 2023 by Anna Strock

These 33 Beautiful Shots Of Birds In Virginia Are Majestic

According to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, there are more than 400 species of large birds in Virginia. From the seashore to the mountains, Virginia is home to every naturally occurring species on the East Coast. That’s pretty impressive. And thanks to incredible efforts of conservation groups, previously scarce or threatened species like eagles and osprey have made a significant comeback in Virginia.

The following pictures have been provided through the artistry of brilliant photographers throughout the state. Thanks to them, even if you are not a “birdwatcher” by definition, you can take a few moments to experience the magnificence of Virginia’s birds. Enjoy the view!

1. A Tree Swallow At Belle Haven Marina In Alexandria

4.. Papa Osprey Bringing Home Dinner On The Potomac River

5. A White-Breasted Nuthatch Gets Creative At The Bird Feeder At Huntley Meadows Park in Fairfax

6. Female Hooded Merganser In Hybla Valley

7. A Great Blue Heron Looks Out From His Perch

9. A Sweet Little Barn Swallow At Huntley Meadows Park

10. Black-Throated Green Warbler At Natural Chimneys Regional Park, Mt Solon

11. An Eagle On His Perch At Deep River Basin, Richmond

12. Spring Cardinal…truly the bird for all seasons

14. A Male Downy Woodpecker Trying For A Snack

15. A Great Egret Landing On The Water At Assateague Island

16. Great Horned Owl Looking None Too Pleased

17. Greylag Goose At Byrd Park In Richmond

18. A Family Of Hooded Mergansers - I guess they will grow into their "hair"

19. Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds In Flight At Caldeon State Park

20. Mama Osprey And Her Chicks At Belle Haven

21. Mighty Eagle At The Virginia Living Museum In Hampton

22. Prothonotary Warbler At The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

23. Rose-Breasted Grosbeaks On A Dinner Date

24. Red-Bellied Woodpecker At The Feeder In Arlington

25. Male Red-Winged Blackbird Giving A Shout Out

26 This Scarlet Tanager Looks Like He Was Painted Into The Scene

27. Seagull At Virginia Beach... sometimes the light works magic

29. Swainson's Warbler At The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

30. A Virginia Rail Camouflaged In The Marsh At Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

31. Wild Turkeys On The Run In Charlottesville

While these are only a few of the hundreds of birds that call Virginia home, they are truly breathtaking, each in their own way. I would love to know about the types of birds you see most often. Perhaps you have feeders in your yard or back porch — or maybe you’re an active birdwatcher and know the best spots for seeing the widest varieties of Virginia birds. Tell me about your favorites in the comments below!

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