7 North American Birds You Didn't Know Were A Thing In America

Wait....did you just see a bird in your backyard that looks like it belongs in the zoo? Probably not. It probably flew past and you didn't realize because you were looking at your phone. WELL, I'm calling your attention to some pretty dern cool birds that might be available in trees near you.

1. The Cedar Waxwing

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This lil buddy is like a motorcyclist meets a manicurist, with his mohawk and waxy wing tips.

2. The Scarlet Tanager

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You may assume that this bright flash of red is a cardinal, or a miniature flying stop sign, but alas, it's the adorable Scarlet Tanager.

3. The Wood Duck

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No, this is not a picture of one of your Grandma's lawn ornaments. This majestic creature could be swimming in your neighborhood pond, and he would love it if you stopped by with bread crumbs. Except I may have read a BuzzFeed article that said bread was bad for birds...brb

4. The Golden Crowned Kinglet

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HE'S THE SIZE OF YOUR THUMB AND HE HAS A LITTLE HAT HOW REGAL IS THAT OMG LIL BB

5. The Painted Bunting

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Wait, is that your fingerpainting from Kindergarten?

6. The Ruddy Duck

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DUCKS COME WITH BLUE BILLS IN AMERICA? SINCE WHEN?

7. The Roseate Spoonbill

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Okay, so these guys are only a thing in Florida and Mexico...but look how hilariously adorable!!!