8 Beautiful Purple Birds That Brighten Skies Around the World

Known for their striking iridescent purple plumage, Purple Martins are large swallows found across North America.

Purple Martin

Native to Asia and Africa, the Violet Cuckoo boasts vibrant purple feathers, particularly on its chest and head.

Violet Cuckoo

This stunning bird is recognized for its vivid purple and blue plumage, often seen in sub-Saharan Africa.

Lilac-Breasted Roller

A small North American bird, the Purple Finch has beautiful reddish-purple feathers on its head and chest, creating a unique appearance.

Purple Finch

Found in wetlands across Europe, Asia, and Africa, the Purple Swamphen is known for its bright purple-blue body and striking red beak.

Purple Swamphen

As one of the most dazzling hummingbirds, the Violet-crowned Hummingbird has an iridescent purple crown and a colorful mix of hues across its body.

Violet-crowned Hummingbird

With its purple body and blue-green wings, the Purple Gallinule is a striking water bird that inhabits wetlands in North and South America.

Purple Gallinule

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