Not the cheeriest card to share on New Years Day, but at least it is sunny. I made a sympathy card last night using two Funky Fossil Desi...
Species accounts for all the birds of the world.
Courlan brun
The discovery of new fossils in China sheds new light on the evolution of today's fliers.
Species accounts for all the birds of the world.
A small, gemlike, woodland species usually found in pairs. Its rather large head, long bill, and short tail create a unique profile. Also note the shimmering green upperparts and red throat. No similar species occur within its range. It usually hunts from low-to-middle level perches, sitting nearly still before leaping upwards to snatch prey. Vocalizations include a scratchy “zheh,” given in series at a rate of about one per second and a brief rapid rattle.
Let’s discover the enchanting world of 29 ibis species, from sacred symbolism to vibrant plumage. Explore their unique adaptations and conservation needs.
The oldest fossil of a modern bird yet found, dating from the very end of the Cretaceous, has been identified by an international team of palaeontologists.
Species accounts for all the birds of the world.
Limpkin Aramus guarauna - Circle B Bar Reserve The limpkins were plentiful that day. This one posed thoughtfully on an old snag. Thanks for visiting!
Aramus guarauna / Carrao / Limpkin / Courlan brun / Rallenkranich
Masked Trogon - Trogon personatus female adult, identification. picture by Catherine et Bernard Lanneluc. Ref:cala164374
Located in Southeastern Peru, Puerto Maldonado offers an Amazon jungle experience including monkeys eating out of your hands, caiman night watches, jungle hikes, and the world's largest macaw clay lick.
The discovery of bird fossils named Tsidiiyazhi abini from New Mexico supports the idea of rapid evolutionary radiation of the birds after the K-Pg extinction.
My first portrait of a Limpkin. These birds can be somewhat skittish depending on its surroundings, lucky for me it was preening itself. Taken last week at Lake Morton in Lakeland, FL. Species: Limpkin Photographer: ©Cindy J Bryant | Cindy Bryant Photography Gear: Nikon D7000 and Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 AF DO APO OS HSM Like my Facebook Page www.facebook.com/CindyJBryant
Cuban Trogon - Priotelus temnurus . picture by Philippe Stroot. Ref:phst154850
Dr Dave Hone: The transition from non-avian dinosaurs to birds is a testament to the evidence in the fossil record
Aramus guarauna, Limpkin, the only extant species in the family Aramidae, found mostly in wetlands from Florida to northern Argentina. It feeds on molluscs, with the diet dominated by apple snails of the genus Pomacea. They forage primarily in shallow water. They walk slowly with a slightly undulating and high-stepping gait that can make them appear to be lame or limping, hence their name. They forage in small groups with other limpkins and do not associate with other species of wading birds.
The beautiful Laysan Duck, also known as the Laysan Teal, is a dabbling duck endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. Fossil evidence reveals that Laysan Ducks once lived across the entire archipelago, but today survive only on Laysan Island. This bird is captive bred. Thanks for your visit… Any comment you make on my photograph is greatly appreciated and encouraging! But please do not use this image without permission.
