A friend shared this photo with me. I don’t know the source, but I had to post about it today. It captured something remarkable in our natural world that resonated with me in a strong way. Wo…
These remarkable nesting locations show how birds can adapt to their environment. Although not all birds nest, they all build or look to find a safe place to lay and hatch their eggs. Until recently it was believed that nest building was an inherent skill, but recent studies suggest that birds can learn to improve.
They’re birds. With people arms. Why am I posting this? Why do I love these so much? (via @joeljohnson)
AMAZING BIRDS : Royal Flycatcher
Every January 5th, dozens of children in the United States wake up excited by the prospect of birdwatching. National Bird Day, now in its 14th year, is dedicated to the enjoying and preservation of our fine feathered friends. This year, organizers are encouraging people to take the “captive bird video pledge” and promise not to share videos of captive “pet” birds.
the images of french photographer alain delorme capture a rare and extraordinary moment in the natural world: the murmurations of a flock of birds, balletic, synchronized, and dramatically graceful.
An absolute borb.
Every January 5th, dozens of children in the United States wake up excited by the prospect of birdwatching. National Bird Day, now in its 14th year, is dedicated to the enjoying and preservation of our fine feathered friends. This year, organizers are encouraging people to take the “captive bird video pledge” and promise not to share videos of captive “pet” birds.
If you take a look at a secretary bird, it might seem like someone put together some crazy combination of a chicken and a velociraptor - and you might have a
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Every January 5th, dozens of children in the United States wake up excited by the prospect of birdwatching. National Bird Day, now in its 14th year, is dedicated to the enjoying and preservation of our fine feathered friends. This year, organizers are encouraging people to take the “captive bird video pledge” and promise not to share videos of captive “pet” birds.
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This is a time lapse of a Blue Face Honey-eater captured over a half a minute time frame and combined to a single image. I was lucky that it went to all three separate branches and since I had taken a series of images from the same spot (no tripod) it was tempting to come up with this image. Yes...I think I would have been extremely lucky if they were 3 separate birds. Thank you for your interest & comments
The beautiful plumage and mating dances of cranes have made these species popular with people across the world. Cranes feature in the mythology of various cultures, for example in Japan, cranes symbolise good fortune and longevity. Despite their popularity, many cranes face an uncertain future. Of the fifteen species of crane in the world, 11 […]
Winning and shortlisted images from this year’s competition, from awe-inspiring action shots to charming portraits, featured in a new book celebrating some of the best bird photography of the year
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The Bird Photographer of the Year competition has just announced its shortlist, featuring some of the most beautiful and visually compelling images of birds from around the world.
From an Egyptian vulture with wispy feathers to a cockatoo with a vibrant fanned crest, Tim Flach’s expressive portraits convey the subtleties and bold features of birds around the globe. The London-based photographer (previously) focuses on endangered and vulnerable species throughout his work, which includes a range of animal portraiture. “I am also interested in the perceptual divide between sentient beings. There is a sense of awe and wonderment and there is always an uncertainty about what will reveal itself on set. More
A pair of Blackbirds have a nest on my balcony on 3 floor with 4 small Blackbird. © Jørgen Flemming
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Becoming a parent is scary and being one is not a walk in the park either. No matter how many books your read and tips you get on parenting, every child is unique, so in the end all you have to do is listen to your heart and instincts. They will tell you what is
Dieren, vooral kleine dieren, kunnen je blij maken. En trots op onze aarde Image credits: Image credits: Image credits: Image credits: Image credits: Image credits: Image credits: Imag...
'Animal Architecture," by Ingo Arndt and Jürgen Tautz, with a foreword by Jim Brandenburg, is a beautiful new science/photography book exploring the mystery of nature through the "complex and elegant…
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