Tagged With "birds"
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The North Yorkshire Coast
Paul Hunter shares some beautiful images of the lovely coastal landscapes near his home in North Yorkshire.
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Exploring the Patagonian Fjordlands: The Birds of Tucker's Islets
A Zodiac excursion takes DrFumblefinger to a small group of Islands in the Strait of Magellan that is home to hundreds of birds.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 1, 2014: A Bird on the Beach
Happy New Year from the TravelGumbo Gurus and friends! Sure, it's cold now, and seems like months to go to Spring, but keep this hopeful feathered friend and the beach in mind and it will help the time pass. This picture is from an early...
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December 28, 2015: Broad-Billed Hummingbird, Arizona
A close look at a beautiful tiny bird....
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, May 11, 2015: Cactus Wren, Arizona
One of the prettiest songs you'll hear in the desert of the Southwestern United States and central Mexico is that of the cactus wren, the state bird of Arizona. It's the largest American wren and frequently nests within a cactus...
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May 9, 2016: Hairy Woodpecker, Banff
While on a hike in Banff, Sarcee snapped this photo of a woodpecker -- a sign of spring!
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Celebrating Nature on 7 Continents: Asia, part 2 - Demoiselle Cranes in Khichan, India
For our second tale from Asia, we move to the rural village of Khichan in India where Demoiselle Cranes come to feed on grain.
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Aarhus: Is it strictly for the birds?
Denmark's second-largest city is plagued with growing flocks of raucous seagulls, and so far, attempts to drive them away have failed.
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Celebrating Nature on 7 Continents: Asia, part 3 - European Bee-eaters in Sir Bani Yas Island, United Arab Emirates
We return to the UAE, where Kirsten Hines catches the first European bee-eaters to arrive on their migratory journey.
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June 26, 2016: Brazil: On The Trails Of The Jaguar In The Pantanal
Grand Escapes shares some of the amazing wildlife you'll encounter in Brazil's unique Pantanal wetlands, including the elusive jaguar.
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Purple-crowned Fairywrens of Western Australia
Celebrating Nature on 7 Continents: Australia, part 3
We finish our celebration of Australia’s nature with a species of bird that’s name and coloration evoke images of dainty fairies, but that should not be underestimated in its territorial defense.
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December 7, 2018: White Ibis, Florida
During a recent visit to Florida, DrFumblefinger discovers that White Ibis are nearly as common as chickens at KFC.
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December 9, 2018: Swirls of Color
One of the world's most beautiful birds is the scarlet macaw. The act of cleaning itself produces a kaleidoscope of colors.
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Snapshots of Life in the Everglades: A Gallery
DrFumblefinger shares some of the photos of wildlife he snapped while visiting Everglades National Park.
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January 13, 2019: Snowy Owls, Alberta
Pierre Renault was lucky enough to photograph 3 beautiful snowy owls last weekend.
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March 27, 2019: A Boy and "His Birds."
Samantha and her husband enjoyed watching this little boy feed "his birds" on a recent trip to NYC.
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August 8, 2018: Birds at Odysea Aquarium, Scottsdale, Arizona
Samantha enjoyed her visit to the Odysea Aquarium in Arizona but came a way with an appreciation for their feathered friends too.
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Re: Arctic Birds on Migration: Saskatchewan
Thank you not only for massively multiplying my knowledge of these birds, but also for the beautiful pictures of masses of the birds in flight...the patterns they form are fantastic!
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Re: Arctic Birds on Migration: Saskatchewan
I know how much U love birds, birding and nature, Tom, and you've give all of us who are even vaguely interested a reason to head up to Saskatoon. Of the many great birds you document, the one that has fascinated me the most is the whooping crane. Standing almost as tall as a man, it was at one time even closer to extinction than the California Condor. I'm far more optimistic about the Whooping Crane's survival than the Condors, and I really would love to see one of these in the wild.
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Re: Arctic Birds on Migration: Saskatchewan
All of these birds pass through Saskatoon during October. The Whooping cranes fly from the Northwest Territories in two or three days flying time and then stop for a couple of weeks near Saskatoon before flying on to Texas. I have been to their breeding grounds in the north and their wintering grounds in Texas so I have seen about 30 or so of them. They don't migrate in large groups like geese. They travel in family groups so five or six of them will arrive at a time. Some will reach Texas...
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Re: July 18, 2016: Pokeshaw Communal Park, NB, Canada
It's so true that it's getting harder to find sea glass! I'm glad to hear you found some at Pokeshaw
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Re: January 13, 2019: Snowy Owls, Alberta
Rare spotting of some beautiful birds. Nicely done, Pierre!
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Re: Oct. 30, 2017: Wild Peacocks, Yala National Park
It's also the national bird of India, although I don't quite understand why - the gift of a peacock feather is a harbinger of ill omen ! In N Indian villages, ironically, this beautiful bird is most often spied on a midden or dungheap - in search of grubs and beetles.
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Re: Arctic Tern Colony, Long Nanny, Northumberland
Perhaps the best arctic tern photos out there! Beautiful!
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Re: May 19, 2017: Kingfishers, Northern England
Superb photos! Many of my own 'kingfisher photos' have been of empty twigs or a blurred something escaping into the distance.
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Re: May 19, 2017: Kingfishers, Northern England
Excellent collection. Guaranteed to make you smile.
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Re: May 19, 2017: Kingfishers, Northern England
Oh my goodness...I would be proud to capture even one of these photos and you captured the kingfishers so many times!! My favorite is the kingfisher shaking the fish and the water spraying out; what a fantastic collection of photos!
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Re: May 19, 2017: Kingfishers, Northern England
Agree with Garry and Marilyn. A wonderful collection of photos and the ones of the kingfishers bashing the fish against a branch are among my favorites as well!
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Re: February 12, 2017: Snowy Owl
WOW! Well done! The photo of the owl flying is pure poetry!
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Re: February 12, 2017: Snowy Owl
Beautiful photographs! And I give you kudos for your determination in tracking these rather elusive birds down and getting them to pose for you.
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Re: February 12, 2017: Snowy Owl
For me, the most startling image is the owl in flight. I've only ever seen owls perched and looking like, well, our image of owls. In flight, what a difference! Thanks!
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Re: February 12, 2017: Snowy Owl
Thank you all for the kind comments, it takes a lot of luck to get these and I just happened to be at the right place. Thanks again!
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Re: July 11, 2016: European Herring Gulls, Blyth South Harbour, Northumberland, UK.
So cute!! Awesome photos!!
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Re: Silent Skies in Tuscany, Italy
What a wonderful essay, and how much it reveals about the conflicts in our beliefs and behaviors...thank you!
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Re: Silent Skies in Tuscany, Italy
With all the wonderful food Tuscany has to offer, one has to wonder what's the point of serving sparrow's butt. Great contemplative piece, Kirsten, thanks!
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June 24, 2020: Birds on the Seal Beach PIer, California
Samantha shares some pictures of the birds she and her husband saw while walking along the Seal Beach Pier in California.