By Lavender
In September’s issue of It’s A Birb Thing , see how Cheeks reacts to an age-old question asked of a trusty mirror.
Top 25 Wild Bird Photographs of the Week: Migration — National Geographic Society Newsroom
As the Southern Hemisphere approaches spring, the north is getting into autumn. This marks an important time for bird migration. Migration is the regular seasonal movement, often north and south, undertaken by many species of birds. Bird movements include those made in response to changes in food availability, habitat, or weather. Thank you to all…
via Top 25 Wild Bird Photographs of the Week: Migration — National Geographic Society Newsroom
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Australia Says Great Barrier Reef Has ‘Very Poor’ Outlook, Climate Change To Blame — World : NPR
“Despite concerted efforts and investments, the condition of the Great Barrier Reef has declined since 2014, and this is largely due to the impacts from climate change,” the main scientist said. (Image credit: William West /AFP/Getty Images)
via Australia Says Great Barrier Reef Has ‘Very Poor’ Outlook, Climate Change To Blame — World : NPR
Seagull Parade — My Wild Australia
If I decide to go for an early morning walk at the local wetlands when it’s high tide, I often find that I am the first person there for the day. How do I know? By the seagull parade! Along the boardwalk are a few bridges over sections of the Tamar River, and there are […]
Marium, The Dugong That Charmed Thailand, Dies After Ingesting Plastic — World : NPR
Marium became an internet hit as people marveled over videos of her being cared for by scientists in Thailand. An autopsy revealed plastic pieces in her intestines.(Image credit: Sirachai Arunrugstichai/AP)
via Marium, The Dugong That Charmed Thailand, Dies After Ingesting Plastic — World : NPR
Project 366 – Post No. 140 – The eye of the Wood Bison — The Birds are Calling
What is Project 366? Read more here! After seeing plenty of Wood Bison at a distance dotting pastures, fields and forest edges I imagined that the day I would get close and personal with the largest terrestrial animal in the americas would be along a remote trail far away from human civilization. Well I could […]
via Project 366 – Post No. 140 – The eye of the Wood Bison — The Birds are Calling
Photo Capture # 127 – Mallards — H.J. Ruiz – Avian101
Mallards There’s always ONE, that didn’t get the memo.” © HJ Ruiz – Avian101
Sneak Peak at September’s Feathered Frenzy – Allergies in Birds
ACHOO! Oh dear, hopefully I haven’t gotten some of you rubbing your nose… AND beak. In the September issue of Feathered Frenzy, Sherri Moorer dispels the myth that birds don’t develop allergies.
Allergies are not unique to humans. Sherri describes some important ways parronts can ensure that their homes are clean and safe for both themselves (for allergies and asthma) and their companion birds with sensitive beaks!
September’s Feathered Frenzy will be out in a couple of weeks, but in the interim why not catch up on past articles! Happy reading!
August 2019 Issue of The Roost is Out!
Catch up on Morty’s ongoing challenges with Alexa – and mom’s new riding perch! Read Sherri’s essay on the deep intelligence and highly intuitive abilities of our feathered companions. In Lavender’s latest comic strip, Cheeks is getting in a little ‘undercover’ playtime.
News on the Wing brings readers the latest wildlife and environmental issues collected from social media over the last month. Last but not least, visit the Wildlife Blog Watch page and find out all about our latest blog selection.
Happy reading everybirdie!
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