RARE AND REMARKABLE

The world is home to some incredibly rare and unique bird species. These rare birds are also critically endangered due to habitat loss and human activity.

Here Are 5 Of the World’s Rarest Birds:

This striking bird was classified as "near threatened" in the 1980s. However, its population has since stabilized. 

Galahs are members of the cockatoo family and are highly social. You can find these vibrant birds in the grasslands and woodlands of Australia. 

North America's largest bird, the California condor, boasts a wingspan of up to 9 feet and is currently classified as critically endangered.

Rufous Hummingbirds are classified as near threatened, with pesticides and shifting bloom cycles impacting their survival. 

Once considered extinct, unconfirmed sightings of the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker in the  southeastern U.S. and Cuba offer hope for their survival.