Some people go to great lengths to catch a glimpse of unusual, rare, or beautiful birds, but these folks didn’t even have to leave their home.

Have you ever looked out your window and noticed a sweet little sparrow perched on the sill? Or maybe an adorable hummingbird looking for a snack? These types of visitors are quite common for many of us, but what about a vulture? Or perhaps a toucan?

The 30 people who shared their photos below got more than they bargained for when they went to gaze out their window.

Some of these unexpected visitors are a beautiful sight, others are downright terrifying. You be the judge.

1. Nothing to see here, just a giant Emu at the back door.

2. Aren’t they known for circling around things that are dead or about to be dead? Not a good omen.

3. Now, this bird is just showing off.

4. Just a normal scene in Australia.

5. This gorgeous hawk knows how to work the camera.

6. Looks like this little guy wants to come inside and say hello.

7. Showing off his fresh kill to the 12th floor.

8. Who wouldn’t want a macaw to come visit them?

9. Oh, hello fuzzy little baby owl!

10. I don’t know whether to be terrified or in total awe. Maybe both.

11. This bird came to talk serious business.

12. A feathered friend and a view of Niagara Falls?!

13. It’s not everyday that baby buzzards stop by for a visit; unless you’re this person.

14. A turkey on the fourth floor? Sure, why not?

15. Sticking your tongue out at strangers is rude.

16. Check out this bright red cardinal that wanted to stop in for a snack.

17. Just some pigeon PDA outside the window.

18. Say ‘cheese’ for the camera!

19. Black vultures. Even scarier than regular vultures.

20. So tiny. So colorful.

21. Just sitting, contemplating life.

22. Apparently ‘office hawks’ are a thing.

23. This beautiful bird enjoyed its lunch outside this office window.

24. Seriously, though. What’s with all the vultures and buzzards?

25. Oh, ‘office falcons’ are also a thing.

26. They just came by to stare deep into your soul.

27. Parrot window washers?

28. They don’t look very happy.

29. Just your average toucan outside your window. NBD.

30. “Got jealous of everyone’s feathered friend. I’ll hopefully have one soon.”

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By Ashley Fike

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Ashley Fike is a contributor at SBLY Media.