10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The first snipe I ever saw was on Tobago, a definite Wilson’s Snipe. Such was the unlikeliness of a definitive ID. The generally accepted rules were: any snipe found between 1st May and 31st July on Trinidad is definitely a South American Snipe , any snipe found outside of that time period could be either species.

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10,000 Birds

JUNE 8, 2022

Admittedly this has never crossed my mind as being remotely interesting, young birds are generally awkward things, not yet fitting into the sleek and streamlined expectation of the dictionary definition of “bird” Furthermore, thrushes are often underappreciated creatures on their own.

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10,000 Birds

AUGUST 23, 2023

Some movement overhead was definitely a parrot – this was the first of several Red-necked Parrots that we would encounter throughout the day. Red-necked Parrot Hours passed, and our guide , ever optimistic, assured us that all was definitely not lost. They were definitely low down in the valley, probably beyond our line of sight.

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10,000 Birds

JULY 25, 2021

I enjoyed Shakespeare in the Park this weekend, a tradition I definitely missed last year. We’re also accustomed at this time of year to have little out of the ordinary to pursue… except when that predictable/unpredictable vagrant comes along. Basically, summer birding resembles that of other seasons, just hotter and slower!

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10,000 Birds

JUNE 9, 2021

It took me a few years before I was able to see one properly, and the wait was definitely worth it. The largest and most striking of the three antshrikes in T&T is the aptly named Great Antshrike. Out of the three species of antshrikes described here, only the Great Antshrike seems to be an ardent follower of army ant swarms.

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10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

The tail-end of winter delivered a bird I definitely didn’t expect in Rochester. This is not to say that fantastic birds cannot be found in February, but rather that we’re mostly picking through the remainders of the last season. Migration cannot begin soon enough!

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10,000 Birds

AUGUST 15, 2021

There is definitely some beauty to the colouring of this species at this stage of their lives. Black-breasted Buzzards and White-bellied Sea-Eagles have a similar flight pattern. Wedge-tailed Eagle in flight. The Wedge-tailed Eagle will gradually get darker plumage as it ages until it is almost black. What’s not to love!?

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10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

But the song is definitely worth listening to (or downloading ). In keeping with this negative spirit, this post ends with lyrics from a song by Craig Finn: “You live your whole life just to travel to the place you’re gonna die” Still not sure whether this is deep or trivial.

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10,000 Birds

JANUARY 3, 2021

Of all the birds he did see he most appreciated a very cooperative Red-throated Loon at Breezy Point on Friday morning, stretching the definition of weekend but it is a pandemic so all bets are off. He also chased and dipped on a Spotted Towhee in Nassau County, which would have been a new bird for him in New York State. How about you?

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10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

I tried to get a better idea of what exactly the definition of cuckoo-dove is but am still not very clear about it – Wikipedia only offers the rather formal definition “any of several species of bird in the genera Macropygia , Reinwardtoena, and Turacoena of the pigeon family.”

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10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Never trust a field guide publisher’s claim of a definitive text, because each new edition is certain to bring more a definitive text than that from the previous edition! The Collins Bird Guide covers Europe, North Atlantic islands, much of North Africa and the Middle East.

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10,000 Birds

APRIL 6, 2024

Next time I’ll definitely bring them” However, my main thought was that perhaps we could take a look at the Tawny Owls which roost in some trees in the Nymphenburger Schlosspark in the city, as they are very close (no bins needed!)

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10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

The end of September doesn’t necessarily mean the end of what you might enjoy about September birding but it definitely signals the beginning of what you love about October. Hopefully, you’re looking forward to the month ahead!

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10,000 Birds

JUNE 8, 2021

Of course, there are many other possible definitions of “ birder ” so accurately estimating the overall number is more art than science. There is the issue regarding the definition of a “birder” and others, but even rough estimates might shed some light on the larger question.

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10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Seriously though, the “ Western Flycatcher ” in Central Park in 2015 was only definitively identified as a Pacific-slope Flycatcher after its poop was collected and the DNA analyzed. Oh, and I was the lucky birder who collected the poop. Birding is so sexy sometimes.

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10,000 Birds

AUGUST 3, 2024

To me the definition depends on an attribute all birders will recognise: the list! Let’s go down to a local café so I can explain over a cup of coffee. What is a birder? What is a bird-watcher? How many are there? This has been investigated by this website before, see this link and the links it links to.

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10,000 Birds

MARCH 10, 2021

Wood-Wrens, which like to live close to the ground in deep brush, definitely follow this rule; they are not at all colorful, but their song sure does ring. Like most of the species on this list, this tiny highland bird prefers to make its presence know by singing, rather than by being seen.

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10,000 Birds

JULY 24, 2024

There was definitely only one youngster there. On June 5, I thought one of the youngsters had fledged, because I only saw one youngster in the nest.I saw two hawks perched on the catwalk railing, which was what the parents often did. I realized one was a youngster, when it jumped back down into the nest.

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10,000 Birds

MAY 3, 2023

Reason to return, definitely. Nature always gives you what you need, irrespective of what you want. A notable and groundbreaking photograph, although it may not win any photography awards.

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10,000 Birds

JUNE 11, 2024

That initial simplicity transitions to detailed spreads where Ignotofsky manages to weave in definitions of bird terms like “altricial” and “rachis” and “chalaza.” The book begins with “All around the world, baby birds want their breakfast!” then details the many ways bird parents find food for their babies.

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10,000 Birds

APRIL 11, 2024

Along the seashore, around lakes, and in most cities, the Great-tailed Grackle definitely qualifies as a trash bird. You might even tire of seeing them flutter above treetops while singing their long twittery song. This is a species that has very much learned to cohabit with humans, causing its population to explode into new areas.

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10,000 Birds

MAY 27, 2021

Even though this bird is definitely wet, it still feels a bit like cheating to include it in this post. A wet Tiger Shrike (Nanhui, China). A wet Japanese Paradise Flycatcher (Nanhui, China). And finally, a wet African Penguin (Cape Town, South Africa). The post Wet Birds appeared first on 10,000 Birds.

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10,000 Birds

JULY 12, 2024

Motmots definitely make up one of the bird world’s glamour families. The Orange-breasted Bunting is one of Mexico’s most beautiful endemics. But the Black-chested Sparrow is also rather handsome, for a sparrow, and has an even smaller range. Western Mexico offers only one, the endemic Russet-crowned Motmot.

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10,000 Birds

MAY 16, 2022

Any color definition with -ish in it is not a good sign. And the definition I found for “tawny” is a brownish, yellowish tan color. Among the congratulants: a Fork-tailed Drongo. Due to a misunderstanding, this species is currently banned in Russia ( Swift Tern ). Poor Tawny-flanked Prinia.

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SalesFuel

OCTOBER 22, 2024

These types of exchanges definitely seem to have more impact when they take place in person. As employees learn about their co-workers, they will be more likely to reach out when they have ideas. When employees realize that other team members care about their success, their loyalty and engagement will increase.

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10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Las Mesas is not my best hummingbird spot, but it’s definitely in my top 3. I say “she” because females of this species are much larger than males, and this one was definitely One Big Momma.). Still, a male Archilochus hummer (of either species) is a rare treat here. We especially enjoyed this odd-looking one.

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10,000 Birds

AUGUST 24, 2020

I could definitely use better birding than the dull summer fare observed in the Southern Tier this weekend. As we speed towards the end of an utterly odd August, dangerous weather conditions and flame threaten to engulf various swathes of our world. No matter where you find yourself, heed the imperative of 2020: live to see better days!

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10,000 Birds

MAY 18, 2024

This unusual bird is definitely one of my favourite species in Europe, so I was very happy to connect with it (and to hear its call for the first time). Woodlark Walking along a sandy track, we suddenly heard the unmistakeable call of a Wryneck , which we spotted soon after in a bush at some distance.

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10,000 Birds

MARCH 21, 2021

The bird-life has definitely benefitted by the recent outbreak of locusts. It did not matter how slowly you drive that section of highway, because it was impossible to avoid a collision with the locusts. We have had to clean the lower front of our vehicle after each bird-watching trip. Locust carnage on the front of our vehicle.

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SalesFuel

JULY 30, 2024

But that definition didn’t include everyone in the category of “different” thinkers. Some definitions of neurodiversity include people with ADHD, learning differences or sensory integration disorder. In the recent past, individuals with noticeable behavioral differences were told they had autism.

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10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

That was definitely my best sighting. Actually, nothing I saw at Montezuma NWR was remarkable for this place at this time of year, but Pied-billed Grebe is a classic summer bird at Montezuma, and I spotted one late chick with that awesome zig-zag head stripe going on.

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10,000 Birds

JANUARY 18, 2024

Oxford Languages offers this definition: 2. (of The word “endemic” has always seemed rather vague to me. of a plant or animal) native and restricted to a certain place. When a birder uses the word, we usually refer to a species that canbe mostly or exclusively found in a single country.

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4 The Love Of Animals

MAY 22, 2017

Whether it’s eating a pair of socks, chewing up the furniture or leaving unwanted messes on the floor, pet parents definitely have their hands full. Pets can sure find themselves in a lot of trouble. Warm weather on its way … Continue reading →

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10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Looks-wise it definitely fits the bill – there is something truly regal about this wader. Same goes for the White Ibis – as unimaginative as its name is, one cannot complain about its descriptiveness. As far as names go, the African Sacred Ibis sounds both exotic and ancient.

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10,000 Birds

JANUARY 20, 2021

Definitely learn to trim your photos, to where the bird or birds take center stage, and look large enough to show details. And watching your photos blossom with a little TLC definitely makes post-processing more enjoyable. I have been amazed, however, by how many of the pictures posted there should be named “Where is the bird?”

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10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

You know that classical definition of what separates men from boys? Now, that is an attitude I have to respect, just ask any former worker in car and other industries whose management went after the short-term profit and moved production to Asia, and you’ll know why. The next day we had an outdoor workshop and a chance to test the toys.

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10,000 Birds

JUNE 20, 2024

But I should clarify that getting married to her was definitely the result of a plan of mine. The fact that I don’t make five-year plans, and yet, major developments have always come my way, drives my very intentional wife kind of crazy.

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