List of Rarest Birds in the World

From the rare dove left less than ten left in the wild to the rare owl that does not breed in captivity ... stay tuned for number 1 to place ten rare birds in the world!

Number 10 - The Frigatebird for Christmas. By default one of the coolest birds out there, this one has Christmas right in its name. Located on Christmas Island off the coast of Malaysia, the Christmas Frigatebird is one of the rarest in the world and lives in this small part of the world. It is a dark brown bird with a white chest, so it stands out very well, including the eyes of predators. It is not a small bird, for its wings can be up to 20 feet [7 m] wide from tip to tip. Living on a small Pacific island, the Christmas Frigatebird feeds on fish and nothing more. Despite their enormous size, however, these rare birds can weigh up to 15 pounds [4 to 5 kg]. Sadly, very few Christmas Frigatebirds live in the wild today, with an estimated 5,000 or fewer people. On the positive side, Christmas Island is highly protected, with a population of only 1,500, so its habitat is protected from deforestation and development. That means these people may still have a chance to go back in the future.

Number 9 - Marvelous Spatuletail. Apparently another amazing bird, this one with the "amazing" name in its name. Only native to a small area in Peru, this is a small bird, with a distinct appearance and a few family members. The Marvelous Spatuletail was first discovered in the 1830s by Andrew Matthews and his friend George Loddiges. and a species of bird named after him (Loddigesia). This bird has a unique, unusual appearance of its own. It is superior to other birds. Also, two of these feathers help the stay aerodynamic aircraft due to its "Spatula" shape (hence the name). Over the years, the population has increased. Fortunately, Peru, in 2006, Peru passed a conservation law that set aside 100 acres [100 ha] of land for the conservation of many species, including the Marvelous Spatuletail. decrease, ay, is not endangered now as it was ten years ago. The next step ... population growth!

Number 8 - Orange-Bellied Parrot. As you might expect, the Orange-Bellied Parrotis named after its orange belly but also has a rainbow of colors around its body. Combined with blue, green, and yellow, this bird stands out in the wild. However, it is unlikely that you will see one of the rarest and endangered as they list these days. Before we learn about Orange-bellied Parrot, however, take a moment to like this video and subscribe to Zero2Hero using the buttons below! We really appreciate it! This bird is also rarely built about fellow parrots. The Orange-Bellied Parrot is the only type that does not fly during the colder months. However, living in South Australia is warm enough for them, I think. Birds are often found on the ground and hang in small flocks than large crowds. The Orange-Bellied Parrot is at high risk, a class that puts them at high risk of extinction. With only 300 left in the wild, Australian conservationists are focused on keeping these people alive and finding plenty to reproduce. Fortunately, some zoos have been successful and most of them are born in captivity today.

Number 7 - Cebu Flowerpecker. Perhaps the most vulnerable on the list, this child was actually declared missing in the past. Fortunately, in 1992, explorers in the Philippines found a few survivors, but they are still in serious danger. The Cebu Flowerpecker is found only in the four small areas of the Philippines and is a very small bird only 11 to 12 inches [11-12 cm] in size. They are colorful, blending with white, brown, orange, and black feathers. They live deep in the jungle, which helps keep them safe from predators, but despite this, they have been dying. These young boys are in serious danger today with an estimated 100,000 or more left in the wild. Scientists are not sure why they do not reproduce so much, and why they die even though they have a few predators, but breeding has also helped biologists in the hope that they will bring the Cebu Flowerpeckerback into a prosperous state.

Number 6 - Imperial Amazon. Also known as Sisserou Parrot, ImperialAmazon is native to the island nation of Dominica. In fact, it is a national bird. A very colorful creature with a combination of colorful feathers, Imperial Amazon is hard to find even on this island alone. The Imperial Amazon is an inaccessible bird, preferring to stay away from humans in all its forms. Most of them usually sit in groups of 2 or 3 and rarely in large groups. Their feathers are a mixture of red and green colors, making them stand out as they live in high trees. Unfortunately, their colorful appearance makes it easier for corpses to find them. In danger, but not on the brink of extinction, there are 300 Imperial Amazons left in the Commonwealth of Dominica. Among predatory animals, storm conditions, and hunters, many factors work against these people. Also, with limited resources on the island, it may not be limited to Imperial Amazon.

Number 5 - The Kakapo. Even though it has a fun name to say, the kakapo is a weird-looking little bird. Also called the Owl Parrot, because this guy really does look like an owl and parrot hybrid creature. Sporting a big beak and green feathers with purple talons, the Kakapo is a rare bird that is quickly becoming endangered. Making its home in New Zealand, the Kakapo is also a rare flightless bird, seldom taking flight for any reason. The weight of the bird is just too much for its small wings. Despite its deficiencies, though, the Kakapohas has been a popular bird for New Zealanders for its feathers and its meat. Unfortunately, these factors helped the bird to become critically endangered in recent years. With conservation efforts now in place, they can no longer be killed for sport or meat, but there are only 150 of them left now...which may be too few to keep them going. On the plus side, they can live up to 90 years old, so there may be hope yet for the Kakapo to make a return.

Number 4 - The Pink Pigeon. Can you guess what this guy looks like? Just as the name suggests, the Pink Pigeonwould look very familiar to us city-dwellers in America, but this bird is native to the Indian island of Mauritius. It's the only remaining pigeon species in that region and has been dangerously close to extinction. The Pink Pigeon looks very similar to any typical pigeon we are familiar with, but its feathers have a pink tint to them. Standing about a foot tall, these guys tend to live for about 15 to 20 years. The Pink Pigeon came very close to extinction in the early 90s when scientists figured there were as few as 10 left in the wild. Fortunately, conservationists were able to breed them in captivity, though, and they have been successful in releasing them into the wild over the years. Luckily, this has brought the population back up to around 500 today.

Number 3 - The Mauritius Kestral. You would think any type of falcon would be tough enough to never become endangered, but you would be wrong. Another bird from the Indian Ocean islands, the Mauritius Kestral is a type of falcon with brown and yellow feathers and very sharp talons, but only a few hundred of its kind remain on Earth. It's a pretty small bird at only 30 centimeters in size and only weighs 150 grams. However, it's still a falcon, so it is well equipped to hunt and kill other wildlife to survive. The main course for this guy is a mix of lizards, cockroaches, and small bugs, which helps control those populations on the islands where they lived. The fact that any Mauritius Kestrals still alive today is a miracle, as there were as few as 4 back in the 1970s. For a while, it was considered the rarest bird on earth. Luckily, a group of universities from around the world took up the task of trying to bring them back, and today, there are 400 or solving in the wild.

Number 2 - The Kagu. The Kagu is another rare bird with not many left in its population, and it doesn't help that they only live on one island. New Caledonia in the southwest Pacific Oceanis the only home to this bluish-gray bird. As a mostly flightless bird, it lives on bugs more than anything else and has a hard time with predators, making it one of the world's rarest birds. The Kagu is rare in more ways than one. It is the only bird with nasal corns...little flaps that cover their nostrils to prevent dust and allergens from entering their nose. They basically act like nose hair for birds. The Kagu is a very rare bird, but populations have been growing in recent years as New Caledonia has put laws in place to protect the bird. One of the biggest issues isn't even poachers or weather, but the soil on the island. The Kagu lives mostly on the ground and is exposed to anything that soaks into the soil. As long as the island's soil keeps taking in pollutants, the Kagu may be in trouble.

Number 1 - The New Caledonian Owlet Nightjar. Another bird from New Caledonia, the OwletNighjar is a critically endangered bird with only 50 or so left in the wild and it looks like a small black owl. While it's related to many other similar birds and scientists assume it sounds similar with a churring and whistling sound, but this specific bird has never been heard. After all, it's hard to hear a bird when thereare so few out there to hear. Estimates are at 50 or so Nightjar Owletscurrently remains in New Caledonia. The nation has put laws in place to protect them, but it is hard to breed them in captivity. Unfortunately, it looks like this one may be on its way out for good.