Top 20 Most Common Bird in Arequipa

The Chiguanco thrush (Turdus chiguanco) is a species of bird in the family Turdidae. It is found in Ecuador and the Altiplano. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland and heavily degraded former forest.

The rufous-collared Sparrow is a small songbird known for its pleasant vocalization and numerous "dialects." The songs peak at dawn and some individuals can sing continuously for half an hour. Found in a wide range of habitats and comfortable around humans, this ground-feeding bird is easily approachable. On the other hand, it's aggressive towards other birds that enter its territory. Individuals have their favorite perching spot where they appear repeatedly.

The blue-and-white Swallow is a temperate species commonly found in open grasslands and farmlands and, in Central America, it is also common at high elevations. These birds are insectivores and will flock together around swarms of termites. Unfortunately, deforestation has started to affect wild populations, though the extent is unknown.

The rock Pigeon is a wild ancestor of all domestic and feral pigeons, inhabiting coasts, cliffs, and caves. Pairs nest in rock crevices, often mating for life. They are known for their ability to fly very long distances to return to their homes, navigating using the sun's position and the earth's magnetic fields. Thanks to this ability, pigeons were used as messengers, particularly during World Wars I and II.

In German usage, the Perutäubchen has a similar sounding name. This species belongs to the genus Columbina. Even the salvage dove from the genus of American field doves is sometimes referred to as Perutaube.

The most widely-spotted dove of South America, the small eared Dove thrives in high altitudes. You can find this dove in the scrubland of areas that are around 4500 meters above sea level. Their easy association with humans has made them acclimate more easily to urban environments and rising human population levels.

The croaking ground dove (Columbina cruziana) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in western Ecuador, Peru and far northern Chile. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, and heavily degraded former forest.

The cinereous conebill (Conirostrum cinereum) is a species of bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. The term cinereous describes its colouration. It is found in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, and heavily degraded former forest.

The turkey Vulture is a common sight, especially around roads, where they keep a sharp eye out for roadkill. Seeing these large birds in the sky can often make you take a second look to see if it’s an eagle or a hawk. Here’s one quick way to tell the difference. When in flight, a turkey Vulture will circle unsteadily, with its wings lifted to make a V shape. Though they are not appreciated, they do the dirty work of the animal kingdom by cleaning up the countryside as they scavenge.

The shorter, stockier version of their long-legged heron counterparts, the black-crowned Night-heron is most active in the early evening hours, giving them their name. The most commonly-found heron across the world, you can spot them in wetlands, though they may be more difficult to notice than the taller heron species. Studying their nests can get a bit smelly- startled nestlings tend to eject their food when they are approached by people.

Watch out for the small yet aggressive house Wrens; they are extremely territorial and think nothing of harassing other birds and their nestlings if they want to take their spot! They have been known to kill nestlings and even adult birds to get a nest hole they want. Once house Wrens lay eggs, the nest needs to stay below 100 degrees and above 65 degrees or the eggs will not survive—this could be the reason they are so particular about their nesting spots.

The american Kestrel (Falco sparverius) is the smallest falcon in North America, but also the most common. It can also be found in South America and usually hunts from the ground rather than in the air. The female is allowed to choose their mates when on the breeding ground, so the males attract them with dances and displays.

Red-masked parakeets average about 33 cm (13 in) long, of which half is the tail. They are bright green with a mostly red head on which the elongated pale eye-ring is conspicuous; the nape is green. Also, the lesser and median underwing coverts are red, and there is some red on the neck, the thighs, and the leading edge of the wings. Juveniles have green plumage, until their first red feathers appear at around the age of four months. Its call is two-syllabled, harsh and loud.

Thaumastura cora can reach a length of about 13 to 15 cm (5.1 to 5.9 in) in males (tail 7 cm), of about 7 to 7.5 cm (2.8 to 3.0 in) in females. These tiny hummingbirds have a greatly elongated tail streamers and a short and straight black bill. The basic color of the plumage is iridescent green, with a white or light gray belly and an iridescent rosy purple to turquoise throat. The weight of this species is reportedly 2 to 2.5 g (0.071 to 0.088 oz), with an average mass of approximately 2.2 g (0.078 oz), which makes it one of the lightest birds alive. It seems to be the lightest known birds species found in South America,some 11.5 thousand times lighter than the greater rhea, the heaviest extant South American bird. Although other extremely diminutive South American hummingbirds, i.e. woodstars from the genera Myrmia and Chaetocercus based upon their tiny total lengths, may rival the Peruvian sheartail in lightness but have no published weights.

Hooded siskins are 10 to 14 cm in length. The male is largely green above and yellow below with a black head. It has a narrow yellow collar and a yellow rump. The tail is black with yellow sides to the base and the wings are black with a broad yellow band. Females are duller with a green-brown head, yellow-green breast and sides and a whitish belly. The twittering song may be uttered from a perch or in flight. It is varied and fast, and may contain imitations of other birds.

The bare-faced ground dove (Metriopelia ceciliae) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland.

Just as its name implies, the little house Sparrow socializes with humans more than any other bird species. Able to adapt and thrive in almost any habitat, excluding the extremes such as deserts and mountain peaks, this species was once restricted only to North Africa and Eurasia but now is found across the globe. Unfortunately, this opportunistic eater is not completely harmless—it can cause considerable damage to crops.

The harris's Hawk has a unique personality trait that sets it apart from other raptors. It is a social bird that hunts and nests in groups. Most females lay their eggs in the spring, but it is not uncommon for two or three clutches to occur when food is plentiful. The raptor primarily hunts small mammals, but juveniles are known to eat insects.

The shiny Cowbird is named after its glossy feathers and close association with cattle. These birds are considered brood or nest parasites because they manipulate other species to incubate their eggs for them. This has caused some species' populations to suffer, especially in non-native regions where the shiny Cowbird has been introduced.

The peregrine Falcon is a fast-flying bird. The large falcon has a wide global range that can affect its coloring. Its speed in the air allows it to easily capture prey that includes pigeons. The falcon’s habitats range from urban areas to coastal regions. The bird has even been spotted roosting near shorebirds.