It can be interesting to learn how birds get their names, and these “snow” birds don’t necessarily have anything to do with chilly temperatures, seasonal storms, billowing drifts, or falling flakes. While some snow species are indeed wintery visitors or thrive in extreme climates, others simply have the beauty of plumage that seems coated in snow. Which is your favorite? Click through the full gallery to see each photo in all its snowy detail!
Want to see even more “snow” birds?
Check out the Snowy Birds Photo Gallery for wintery birds!