Category Archives: Birds of the Bible

November’s Bird of the Month – Rooster

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Gallus gallus (rooster) photo credit: ThomasLaupstad.com

According to Birds and Bloom magazine site, there are Birds of the Month.

“You’ve probably heard of birth month gemstones and birth month flowers, but have you heard of birth month birds? It might come as a surprise to learn every month of the year has not only a representative jewel and flower, but also a bird. From owls to ravens, here are the birds that represent everyone’s birthdays.”

More from Birds and Bloom:

Rooster by ©Flickr one woman's hands

Rooster by ©Flickr one woman’s hands

November: Rooster

If you’re a morning person with a November birthday, it makes sense that your birth month bird is a rooster. After all, the rooster’s loud crowing often marks a new day. It might surprise some to learn that roosters are capable of flight, but not for sustained periods of time or across long distances.

“This brightly colored rooster (above) watches over his farm with vigilance and bravery. He scans the sky for any potential danger that may be lurking around and crows at the crack of dawn to let us know another day has begun. The rooster proudly struts around the farmyard as he protects his flock,” says Crystal Blank.

Can you guess the official state bird of all 50 states?

Rooster Portrait ©WikiC

Rooster Portrait ©WikiC

So, where were roosters mentioned in the Bible? Let’s see what we can find out!!

When I put in “rooster” in my eSword program (NKJV) there are 12 verses that list the word “rooster.” Here are some of those:

“Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you that this night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” (Matthew 26:34 NKJV)

Peter denies the Lord in verses 74 and 75:

“Then he began to curse and swear, saying, “I do not know the Man!” Immediately a rooster crowed. And Peter remembered the word of Jesus who had said to him, “Before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” So he went out and wept bitterly.” (Matthew 26:74-75 NKJV)

We are given a WATCH warning in:

Watch therefore, for you do not know when the master of the house is coming—in the evening, at midnight, at the crowing of the rooster, or in the morning— lest, coming suddenly, he find you sleeping. And what I say to you, I say to all: Watch!” (Mark 13:35-37 NKJV)

Jesus gave that warning in Mark:

Mar_14:30  Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you that today, even this night, before the rooster crows twice, you will deny Me three times.”
Mar_14:68  But he denied it, saying, “I neither know nor understand what you are saying.” And he went out on the porch, and a rooster crowed.
Mar_14:72  A second time the rooster crowed. Then Peter called to mind the word that Jesus had said to him, “Before the rooster crows twice, you will deny Me three times.” And when he thought about it, he wept.

There are a few more verses with the Rooster mention, but in all of them there is a warning to watch and pray. Sounds like great advice to me.

A few of our previous post about the Rooster:

September’s Bird of the Month – Hawk

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Red Sholdered Hawk by Ray

Red Shouldered Hawk by Ray

According to Birds and Bloom magazine site, there are Birds of the Month.

“You’ve probably heard of birth month gemstones and birth month flowers, but have you heard of birth month birds? It might come as a surprise to learn every month of the year has not only a representative jewel and flower, but also a bird. From owls to ravens, here are the birds that represent everyone’s birthdays.”

Birds and Blooms Birds of the month

September: Hawk

They’re not always a welcome sight around feeders, but there’s plenty to admire about hawks. Resourceful and powerful, they’re striking as they hover in the skies or scan fields for prey. These birds of prey aren’t particularly hard to find, but since many look alike, it can be tricky to identify hawks.

Red-tailed Hawk by Ray

Red-tailed Hawk by Ray

“I heard the undeniable screech of a red-tailed hawk (above) while I was out watering my flowers one early summer morning. It didn’t take me long to locate this beautiful, noisy creature. Majestically, it perched on the highest peak of my neighbor’s roof. It was communicating with its mate, which was perched in a nearby tree. I was lucky to see their interaction and snap a shot as it took off and flew away,” says Carol Holliday.

Can you guess the September birth flower?

September is my birthday month. So, along with the rest of you we now know that we should like Hawks, especially if this is our monthly bird. There have been plenty of Hawks presented over the years on this blog. So, let’s take a look at some of them.

Zone-tailed Hawk (Buteo albonotatus) ©WikiC

“Does the hawk fly by your wisdom, And spread its wings toward the south? (Job 39:26 NKJV)

Job 39:26 asks us if we are the ones who gave the Hawks their wisdom? We know that God created these beautiful avian wonders.

Hawk Photos   Click on the series of photos.

Here are more articles about Hawks:

What will you do with Jesus?

 

Through My Blinds – Bald Eagle

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Eagle Perch I normally see the Eagle. Way over there.

Today while I was eating breakfast, I looked out the window and saw a Bald Eagle on the bank across the water. He sits in a tree which I’ve shown photos of before, but this time he was a lot closer. Lord knows it’s hard for me to get out birdwatching these days, so He graciously has been bringing them here. Thank you, Lord.

Eagle on the bank at breakfast time 8-19-2025

I’m so my glad the phone was on my table. I have seen this eagle several times around the neighborhood lately. On the house next door and on others that have a second story. I guess he wants a good view closer to the pond.

As you know the Eagles are mentioned in the Bible and we have written about them many times here. The “Bald” Eagle always tickles me when I read this verse from Micah 1:6:

“Make yourself bald and cut off your hair, Because of your precious children; Enlarge your baldness like an eagle, For they shall go from you into captivity.”

Of course, Eagles are mentioned many times, in fact there are 23 verses like:

Deu 32:11   “As an eagle stirs up its nest, Hovers over its young, Spreading out its wings, taking them up, Carrying them on its wings,”

Job 9:26   “They pass by like swift ships, Like an eagle swooping on its prey.”

Job 39:27   “Does the eagle mount up at your command, And make its nest on high?”

Pro 23:5   “Will you set your eyes on that which is not? For riches certainly make themselves wings; They fly away like an eagle toward heaven.”

Hab 1:8 “Their horses also are swifter than leopards, And more fierce than evening wolves. Their chargers charge ahead; Their cavalry comes from afar; They fly as the eagle that hastens to eat.”

See other articles about the Bald Eagle:

Birds of the Bible – Eagles – Lists many other article links

Bald Eagle Blessing

Lee’s Six Word Saturday – Mount Up With Wings Like Eagles

Eagles and the Family Circus

Gospel Message

July’s Bird of the Month – Eagle

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Bald Eagle – San Diego Zoo

According to Birds and Bloom magazine site, there are Birds of the Month.

“You’ve probably heard of birth month gemstones and birth month flowers, but have you heard of birth month birds? It might come as a surprise to learn every month of the year has not only a representative jewel and flower, but also a bird. From owls to ravens, here are the birds that represent everyone’s birthdays.”

More from Birds and Bloom:

Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) by Ray Barlow

July: Eagle

Eagles are regal birds. They’re fierce in flight and stunning to see, with hooked beaks and wide wingspans. In the United States especially, a bald eagle is a prized sight. Watch for white feathers on the head and brown plumage on the rest of the body, as well as yellow talons.

“It was a drizzly fall day on the Potomac Eagle train ride in Romney, West Virginia. I didn’t have high hopes for good photos, but I got lucky,” says Robin Bell.

Check out the July birth flower gift guide.

Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) chicks ©USFWS

I always enjoy seeing our Bald Eagles, but there are many other Eagles around the world. Also many articles here about Eagles.

Here are just a few previous articles that show other eagles:

Clarifying Confusion about Eagles’ Wings

Bald – Golden – Steller’s Sea – Eagles Compared

Sunday Inspiration – Eagles

Birds of the Bible – Eagle in Hosea 8

Birds of the Bible – Harpy Eagle

Accipitridae – Kites, Hawks and Eagles

Good News

June’s Bird of the Month – Dove

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Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura) by Daves BirdingPix

“And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest.” (Psalm 55:6)

According to Birds and Bloom magazine site, there are Birds of the Month.

“You’ve probably heard of birth month gemstones and birth month flowers, but have you heard of birth month birds? It might come as a surprise to learn every month of the year has not only a representative jewel and flower, but also a bird. From owls to ravens, here are the birds that represent everyone’s birthdays.”

More from Birds and Bloom:

Mourning Dove by Reinier Munguia

Mourning Dove by Reinier Munguia

June: Dove

Symbols of peace and tranquility, birders everywhere love doves—and in North America, especially the mourning dove. They’re not the most graceful fliers, but they make up for it in song. Listen for their calming call, which comprises a set of cooing notes. You’ll usually find them feeding on the ground, or at a ground or platform feeder.

“This mourning dove let me get close to it in my backyard in Michigan. This bird was certainly comfortable and content. It kept preening and ruffling its feathers even as I kept getting closer and closer,” says Martin Torres.

These 15 photos of mourning doves will make you adore them (if you don’t already!).

https://www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/birth-month-birds/

Mourning Collared Dove (Streptopelia decipiens) With Young ©WikiC

We’ve written quite a few posts about the Dove family which is mentioned quite a few times in the God’s Word. Here are some links to many of them for you to checkout:

Birds of the Bible – Doves and Pigeons

To find out more about Doves:

Doves are in the Columbidae Family of the Columbiformes Order

Birds of the Bible:
Dove and Turtle-Dove
Dove Eyes and Voice
Birds of the Bible – Pigeon
Turtle Doves
Dove’s Dung
Coat of Many Colors – Coat II
Doves and Pigeon Distribution

Interesting Things
World War I Hero – Cher Ami

Ian’s Bird of the Week:
Chestnut-quilled Rock Pigeon
Banded Fruit-Dove
Brush and Common Bronzewings
Christmas Imperial Pigeon
Superb Fruit-Dove
White-headed Dove

Doves in Hymns:
My Refuge is a God of Love
The Friendly Beasts
Christmas Brings Joy to Every Heart
Memories of Galilee
He The Pearly Gates Will Open
Hail to the Lord’s Anointed

Dove and Pigeon Photos

Dove and Pigeon Videos

Nave’s Topical Bible – Dove, turtle
Nave’s Topical Bible – Pigeon
Torrey’s Topical Textbook – Dove

If you do a search of the NKJV Bible, you will find 47 verses that mention Dove or Doves. Sometimes also referred to as Turtledoves.

Jesus said in Matthew 10:16 “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.”

ABC’s of the Gospel

Highlights From The Archives: Introduction

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Mixed Flock of birds flying in a V Formation- Put together- ©Creative Commons

Mixed Flock of birds flying in a V Formation- Put together- ©Creative Commons

Highlights From the Archives

There are over 350 articles that have been published here on Lee’s Birdwatching Adventures over the years. Just thought I would share some of those posts. The main theme when we started posting, was to introduce the different Birds of the Bible. So, let’s look back and see some of those. (And maybe update them some)

My goal in starting this blog was to introduce the birds that are mentioned in the Bible. It has grown from there and now there are many posts to review and different writers to check out.

The very first birds mentioned by name were just “every winged bird” or “every winged fowl.” God blessed them and told them to be fruitful and multiply. That was on the fifth day of creation.

“So God created great sea creatures and every living thing that moves, with which the waters abounded, according to their kind, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. And God blessed them, saying, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.” So the evening and the morning were the fifth day.”
(Genesis 1:21-23 NKJV)

Mixed Flock Flyiing 122717 Merritt Is NWR by Lee

Then in Genesis 2:19 the Lord God brought the birds to Adam and let him name them:

So God created great sea creatures and every living thing that moves, with which the waters abounded, according to their kind, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. And God blessed them, saying, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.” So the evening and the morning were the fifth day.” (Genesis 1:21-23 NKJV)

All the different kinds of the birds were placed on the ark to be kept alive. Then after the Flood, the birds were released and told to repopulate the earth. They did and today we have an array of beautiful avian wonders to watch and enjoy.

Today, I would like to show one of the very first blogs when we began:

  by Lee

Introduction to Birds of the Bible

Bird of the Month Introduction and January’s Bird

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Pearl-spotted Owlet (Glaucidium perlatum) ©WikiC

Did you know that there is a bird assigned to each month like they do stones? I was not aware of these for birds. September, which is my birthday month has a Saphire. I’ll reveal September’s when we get to that post.

According to Birds and Bloom magazine site, there are Birds of the Month.

“You’ve probably heard of birth month gemstones and birth month flowers, but have you heard of birth month birds? It might come as a surprise to learn every month of the year has not only a representative jewel and flower, but also a bird. From owls to ravens, here are the birds that represent everyone’s birthdays.”

Great Horned Owl Youngsters at Circle B Bar Reserve by Lee

“January: Owl

Wise and formidable, owls preside over the woods at night. They’re commonly seen as a symbol of smarts, with great horned owls showing up on many a graduation card. Identify these January birth month birds by their large eyes, rounded heads and hooked beak. Listen for their hooting when the skies grow dark.”

They didn’t say which kind, so here are some of the articles we have done about Owls:

Tickle Me Tuesday – Owls With A Message

Owls in Flight: Being Quiet on Purpose

Sunday Inspiration – Owls

The Silence of the Owls – Creation Moments

Stay tuned for the February’s Bird of the Month

In the meantime, check out the Birds of the Bible – Owl articles:

 

 

Hawk’s Wisdom Is From Whom?

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Sharp-shinned Hawk (Accipiter striatus) by Daves BirdingPix

The other day while I was filling my gas tank, I looked up and spotted a Hawk flying overhead. He (or she) kept flying back and forth slowly. I have no clue as to what kind of hawk it was, but wondered which verses mentions the hawk? We have written about hawks many times here on the blog, and know it is one of the Birds of the Bible.

Job 39:26 is a great verse that asks a very thought-provoking question.

“Doth the hawk fly by thy wisdom, and stretch her wings toward the south?” (KJV)

I have Bible Gateway loaded on my computer and brought up that verse and asked to show all the various Bible versions. Looking through the various ways of asking or questioning God about His hawks was interesting. As I read through the various versions, it makes us realize how little we know about The Creator’s Wisdom.

Raptor Bird of Prey, Juvenile Red Tailed Hawk profile, William Wise

Here are some of those questions:

ASV
Is it by thy wisdom that the hawk soareth,
AMP
“Is it by your understanding that the hawk soars,
CSB
Does the hawk take flight by your understanding
CEB
Is it due to your understanding that the hawk flies,
CEV
Did you teach hawks to fly south for the winter?
EASY
Was it your wisdom, Job, that taught hawks how to fly? No! You could not teach them to fly towards the south in winter.
GNT
Does a hawk learn from you how to fly when it spreads its wings toward the south?

Zone-tailed Hawk (Buteo albonotatus) ©WikiC

MSG
“Was it through your know-how that the hawk learned to fly, soaring effortlessly on thermal updrafts? Did you command the eagle’s flight, and teach her to build her nest in the heights, Perfectly at home on the high cliff face, invulnerable on pinnacle and crag? From her perch she searches for prey, spies it at a great distance. Her young gorge themselves on carrion; wherever there’s a roadkill, you’ll see her circling.”
WYC
“Whether an hawk spreading abroad his wings to the south, beginneth to have feathers by thy wisdom? (Be it by thy wisdom that a hawk haveth feathers, and spreadeth his wings towards the south?)”

I’m very thankful that the Lord instructs the Hawks do spread their wings and come down here to Florida!! Especially in the winter!!

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Birds of the Bible Hawks
Birds of the Bible – Hawk Migration
Birds of the Bible – Hawks and Wisdom
Waterman Bird Collection – Hawks and Owls
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Spotted Harrier
Hawk Photos
Hawk Videos
Raptor ID
Raptor Overview
Nave’s Topical Bible – Hawk

Is There a God?

Birdwatching Thru The Bible – Birds Mate For Life

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Birdwatching Thru The Bible – Birds Mate For Life

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) by Ian
While reading through an article about animals mating for life, they listed these birds:

11 Animals That Mate for Life

Bald Eagles

Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) by AestheticPhotos

“As an eagle stirs up its nest, Hovers over its young, Spreading out its wings, taking them up, Carrying them on its wings,”
(Deuteronomy 32:11 NKJV)

Bald Eagles (from the above article)

“Although Benjamin Franklin once disparaged (possibly in jest) the bald eagle’s “bad moral character,” America’s national bird upholds a high standard for family life by (mostly) remaining faithful. Following a kamikaze courtship ritual in which two birds lock talons and tumble end-over-end until they nearly hit the ground, the male and female settle into a period of domestic bliss marked by dad’s willingness to undertake incubation and feeding duties. The “divorce” rate for these birds is less than 5%, according to scientists. And while they spend large chunks of the year alone, bald eagles mark their fidelity with a shared long-term commitment to nest building: One such home put together by an eagle couple in Florida was found to measure 9.5 feet long and 20 feet deep. It holds the record for the​​ largest bird’s nest ever documented.” (The largest bird’s nest was built by a pair of bald eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), and possibly their successors, near St Petersburg, Florida, USA and measured 2.9 m (9 ft 6 in) wide and 6 m (20 ft) deep. It was examined in 1963 and was estimated to weigh more than two tonnes (4,409 lb).)

Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) by Aesthetic Photos

Atlantic Puffins

Atlantic Puffins by Bill Boothe, MD in the Isle of Mull Scotland

Gentoo Penguins

Calgary Zoo – Gentoo Penguins ©Inside Edition

Albatrosses

Laysan Albatross with chick

Most likely there are other birds that pair up for life but I thought you would enjoy seeing these.

See a few previous articles about these birds:

Bald Eagle Blessing

“A” is for Avocet and Albatross: “A” Birds, Part 1, by James J. S. Johnson

Sunday Inspiration – Austral Storm Petrels and Albatrosses

Ian’s Bird of the Moment – Gentoo Penguin

Atlantic Puffins on the Isle of Mull, Scotland

 

 

 

Birdwatching Thru the Bible – Vulture’s Eyes

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Vulture-turkey.Texas Hill Country

Ever since I posted the Lee’s Four Word Thursday – Vulture’s Eye, I have been curious about their eyes. Do they really have great vision? Is this verse in Job 28:7 the only reference to their eyes? The search began with that verse. Only the KJV, DRB versions use the word Vulture. (My E-sword versions). The other translations use Falcon, Hawk, and Kite. Apparently, all of the birds have great vision and are great hunters.

“There is a path which no fowl knoweth, and which the vulture’s eye hath not seen:” Job 28:7 KJV

Turkey Vulture; Walton County, Georgia by William Wise

Turkey Vulture; Walton County, Georgia by William Wise

Here is an interesting article about Vultures: 50 Interesting Facts About Vultures

Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) or Lammergeier by Ian

Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) or Lammergeier by Ian

We have posted quite a few articles about the Vultures and here are just a few:

Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus) ©WikiC

Here are two more links (of which one was about the Vulture’s Eye):

Here’s another article that our Dr. Jim (JJSJ) gave us:

Christ’s Creativity in Canyon Critters

The Lord has provided these Vultures with great vision to enable them to find food, and actually help clean the landscape. If He can provide for the Birds of the Air, I know He can provide for us.

“I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.” (Psalms 32:8 KJV)

Good News

Six Word Saturday – Next Day God Prepared A Worm

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Birds Learning About Worms ©BirdNestLive

“And the LORD God prepared a plant and made it come up over Jonah, that it might be shade for his head to deliver him from his misery. So Jonah was very grateful for the plant. But as morning dawned the next day God prepared a worm, and it so damaged the plant that it withered.” (Jonah 4:6-7 NKJV)

Jonah was angry and the Lord kept showing him compassion in this chapter. I am very thankful that the Lord shows us compassion.

More Daily Devotionals

Birdwatching Thru the Bible – Without Trying

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Bald Eagle on Old Bartow Road – cropped

As we read through our Bible, many times we end up birdwatching without even trying. In a passage your reading, you find a type of bird mentioned. Do you make a mental note or write down the bird’s name? Many of us “birdwatchers” have our eyes and ears perk up, and we become curious. Well, at least I do.

Looking back through previous post, I spotted this one: Birdwatching Without Birdwatching. We were just out driving and spotted four Eagles. That is what happens while reading scripture. Stay curious. Whether it’s birds, animals, truths about any topic, especially scriptural truths. Many times, using a concordance will help you find other references to that same topic. Compare scripture with scripture.

Eastern Imperial Eagle (Aquila heliaca) ©WikiC

For instance: Eagle/Eagles are mentioned 34 times in the KJV version. Plus, there are numerous online resources and books to check out.

Dr. Johnson, (Dr. Jim) told us in Birdwatching is the right thing to do!

Appreciating including, but not) is the right thing to do!

This was an unexpected view out our back door while eating breakfast. Two Bald Eagles sitting in that tree. Thankfully my camera was handy.

Birds of the Bible – Eagles

Birdwatching is the right thing to do!

Birdwatching Without Birdwatching