
The Last Unphotographed Birds
John C. Mittermeier, Shaun Peters & Cullen Hanks / 9 May 2025
We now have pictures of almost every bird species on Earth. How many species are still out there that have never been photographed? What are they?
Around the world, more than 120 species of birds have not been documented in the last decade. Can you help us find them?
Catch up on the latest news and stories about Lost Birds from around the world
We now have pictures of almost every bird species on Earth. How many species are still out there that have never been photographed? What are they?
Eduar Paez shares recent updates from the search for the Sinú Parakeet in Colombia | Eduar Paez comparte nuevos avances en la búsqueda del Lorito del Sinú en Colombia.
The story behind the rediscovery and first photographs of a lost hummingbird in Peru.
We strive to understand and promote species of birds that are currently ‘lost’, meaning that at least 10 years have passed since they were last confirmed by photographs, sound recordings, or physical documentation. The Search for Lost Birds is a global partnership between American Bird Conservancy, Re:wild, and BirdLife International.