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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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

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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MAY 26, 2014

But watching a Northern Goshawk rip through the sky over Bloomingdale Bog in the Adirondacks was definitely a BBOTW moment. Corey’s BBOTW was one that he hadn’t seen in a couple of years. How about you? What was your best bird of the weekend?

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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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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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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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JUNE 13, 2024

Color and size wise definitely a huge “downgrade” from the previous two birds, yet I love watching European Robins hop around my yard; they look so smart and witty. Finally: my favorite bird of all time definitely is the owl. They even resemble butterflies in their delicate movements, which I also adore.

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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

MARCH 5, 2023

This Northern Pintail definitely went for a basic brown eye color. Jamay would definitely be a worthwhile stop for visitors to Guadalajara, and especially to some of the many Americans and Canadians that live along Lake Chapala’s north shore. Amber, perhaps? The Blue-winged Teal ? Looks a bit more red to me.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2014

And definitely no Northern Shrike blasting in out of nowhere to snatch one of the aforementioned. And definitely none of these. No more candybox Juncos for me, nor Cassin’s Finches , nor Bohemian Waxwings , nor Black-billed Magpies , nor confiding Red-breasted Nuthatches alighting on me as I fill the feeder.

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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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MARCH 3, 2021

I wish to formally assure the faint of heart that we are definitely not a country of a single lodge.

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10,000 Birds

AUGUST 13, 2013

Well that depends on several factors, the most important of which are the definitions of the terms “remote” and “endemic” My subjective thoughts on remoteness are that the term should be defined by two factors: 1. How difficult is the place to reach in terms of planes, trains and automobiles?

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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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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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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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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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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Plus, laziness kicks in pretty often and a 20 minute drive to see relatively rare birds like Nacunda Nighthawks and Glossy Ibises is a definite no-brainer. Truth is, we’ve been getting so many migrants passing through that there hasn’t been much of a need to bird elsewhere.

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JULY 6, 2024

The definition of trash bird according to one of those humourless Artificial Intelligence (AI) thingies is (I recommend skipping the cursive print – beware Skynet !): “Trash bird” is a colloquial term that can vary in meaning among birders and bird enthusiasts. An easy list of trash birds.

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AUGUST 5, 2020

This photo of a Russet Nightingale-Thrush is definitely not a good photo, at least as focus and lighting are concerned. Speaking of birds’ surroundings, if you have ever seen a Crested Caracara, you know they are big birds. Which gives some great perspective on just how massive the cacti are in this photos.

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APRIL 23, 2021

In any case, it’s definitely a new species for us at Birds and Booze! Vale da Perdiz means “valley of the partridge” in Portuguese, and the label features a Red-legged Partridge ( Alectoris rufa ), which I believe is the only partridge found in most of Portugal.

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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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NOVEMBER 4, 2021

There could definitely be more pockets. Each BP Backpack 30 is made of 41 recycled PET 0.5 l bottles, and it comes with a life-long guarantee. If it is so good, what are the cons?

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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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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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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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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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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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NOVEMBER 17, 2021

You will definitely see it, everywhere except in dense woods. The Greater Pewee and Cassin’s Kingbird are among our easiest Tyrant Flycatchers to find, because of their loud calls: José Mar-EEE-a and Chi-queer! But the V ermilion Flycatcher , with its rather quiet voice, but oh-so-vibrant colors, wins the prize for sheer omnipresence.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

If not, it definitely was by the time the video below is over. I can’t imagine being plucked alive can feel good. Also, note the eagle’s nictating membranes protecting its eyes from damage. At this point I am pretty sure the teal was dead. Only watch the video if you want to see a duck decapitation.).

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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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MARCH 15, 2021

These are the purple-colored skittles, not quite as tasty as the red ones, but definitely firm fan favorites. The mythical Harpy Eagle , a bird that is actually easily seen at its nesting sites around villages like Surama, definitely falls into this category.

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DECEMBER 30, 2020

Eventually, I discovered a most unusual amount of activity centered around a single tree up the hill, with the added bonus that the morning sun was shining from behind me, giving everything on the tree an unusual amount of color and definition. The tree in question turned out to a Cazahuate (kah-sah-WAH-tae), Ipomea arborescens.

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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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MAY 23, 2014

What if all else fails and there are definitely no parents around? A makeshift nest can be made of a plastic fruit container, or a small wicker basket, or something that will allow water to drain out should it rain. Call a wildlife rehabilitator!

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10,000 Birds

JUNE 6, 2021

Discovering this breeding colony of Yellow-billed Spoonbills was definitely the highlight of our walk. The adult Yellow-billed Spoonbills had beautiful breeding plumage and as you can see there is a significant difference in the bill length to the juvenile birds. Adult breeding plumage in Yellow-billed Spoonbills.

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