Mallard This is Leo the duck — ” I’m the king of the pond!!” © HJ Ruiz – Avian101
News On The Wing: September 2019
Highlights from this month’s issue of News On The Wing include:
- #CITESCoP18 highlights
- The Trump Administration’s proposed changes to the #EndangeredSpeciesAct
- Fires in the Amazon Rainforest
- Updates & initiatives from global wildlife organizations
- Wildlife, Forests and Marine Conservation issues
Here’s a snippet of what you’ll find in this month’s edition.
Audubon Society – @audubonsocietyThese images from the Audubon Photography Awards captured birds in breathtaking scenes and fascinating behaviors. Have you seen all 100? ow.ly/kt5w30p9Iay
It’s A Birb Thing: Mirror, Mirror…
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.
Feathered Frenzy: Allergies in Birds
Sherri Moorer’s latest Feathered Frenzy article provides timely advice on what to do if you suspect your feathered companion is suffering from allergies. Yes, birds do get allergies, just like us!
After taking Zack to the vet and finding out he was suffering with allergies, Sherri shares with readers the vet’s advice on reducing Zack’s exposure to potential allergens.
Sherri shares some sound tips for ensuring our companion birds live in healthy environments where the air is as clean and free of air pollutants as possible. As with asthma in humans, it’s important that you make sure your home is clean and healthy to keep everybody – and everybirdie – healthy, and happy!
Read Sherri’s September issue of Feathered Frenzy here.
Beneath the Cage Grate: The Tomato Scandal
In the September edition of Beneath The Cage Grate, Morty enlists Alexa and Roomba in an effort to do something nice for mum as she continues on her recovery journey from recent surgery. 
The plan, whilst well thought out and brilliant, hits a few (predictable?) snags, with Morty left to once again ponder his relationship with technology… and tomatoes.
Don’t miss Morty’s latest comedic take on life with Alexa and sidekick Roomba. Head on over to Morty’s page now for some Sunday afternoon chuckles!
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
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 […]
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!
The Roost 