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Scientists wanted to learn whether bees, like humans and other mammals, had any interest in playing for fun’s sake. They say they have evidence that bees do, and that could change how we view insects.(Image credit: Odd Andersen/Associated Press)
If bumblebees can play, does it mean they have feelings? This study suggests yes — Science : NPR
In the week just gone, we waved goodbye to British Summer Time and, so it seems, to most of the interesting autumn migrants. That’s not to say there was no drama, though, as Northamptonshire likely missed out on adding one more species to its county list … Echoing last week, the long-staying Pink-footed Goose in […]
Newsround – 29th October to 4th November 2022 — Northants birds
Test your knowledge of Non-Fiction Parrot books in our November issue of Feather Fun!
You may enlarge any image in this blog by clicking on it. Click again for a detailed view. The Crested Caracara is unique in its appearance, its lifestyle, and in the fact that southern Arizona, along with small parts of Texas and Florida, comprise its very limited range within the United States. It is the […]
Crested Caracara — Takeoff Sequence — Sonoran Images
I’ve started to watch and take photos of a male Belted Kingfisher. He’s laid claim to the farm pond I visit and is there now every time I show. The Osprey family that took up residence nearby has moved on and headed south, but the kingfisher is going nowhere—at least for the time being. And […]
The Kingfisher and I — Elizabeth River Bird Blog
The National Audubon Society Board of Directors is seeking your input on the use of John James Audubon as our organization’s namesake.
Survey deadline extended to 28 Oct on National Audubon Society dropping “Audubon” name — SANTA MONICA BAY AUDUBON SOCIETY BLOG
Test your knowledge of novels that feature parrots in their story in our October ’23 edition of Feather Fun!
It’s elementary dear birdies!
Oh dear, poor Morty’s mum has a bonsai heist (and sale) going on right under her own nose. Morty has designs on ‘his’ windowsill and he’s prepared to go to great lengths to secure it!
Catch up with Morty here to find out how his planned sale of mum’s bonsai trees goes spectacularly sideways!
Sherri’s final article in the “feather care” series addresses the serious issue of feather plucking.
While preening and molting are natural processes for keeping feathers in shape, sometimes things go amiss.
Read Sherri’s full column here to learn more about ways to determine why your parrot may be plucking and how to support your feathered companion.
John will take you on a virtual tour of the diverse landscapes, habitats and birds (and mammals) of these two amazing countries. Bolivia has the highest species list for a landlocked country. Argentina is huge and stretches from sub-Antartica to tropical rainforests to high elevation Andes. John lead tours to both countries this summer and photographed many rare and endangered birds along with endemic birds to the countries and regions.
Bolivia and Argentina: Diversity and Rare Birds. Zoom Evening Meeting Reminder, Tuesday, 4 Oct, 7:30 p.m. — SANTA MONICA BAY AUDUBON SOCIETY BLOG
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Notes and photographs of my morning walks at Seagroves Farm Park in Apex, NC.
The Roost 