“Remember to magnify His work, Of which men have sung. (Job 36:24 NKJV) Yesterday, we had the pleasure of checking out more birds of the Lord’s creation at the Cincinnati Zoo. The weather and the temperature were great and the birds were quite content to let us watch and photograph them. It has been over … Continue reading
Vol 2, #6 – The Yellow-breasted Chat
From col. F. M. Woodruff. Copyrighted by chicago colortype co. Nature Study Pub. Co., 1897, Chicago. THE YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT. (RELOCATED – CLICK HERE)
Child’s Book of Water Birds ~ The Goose
The Goose *** NEW YORK LEAVITT & ALLEN. 1855. *** Welcome to the Updated Child’s Book of Water Birds, by Anonymous. It was written in 1855 and this is 2013. That is 158 years ago. * * THE GOOSE. The Goose is a very common bird. In Lincolnshire, England, enormous flocks are bred, containing from two to … Continue reading
Vol 2, #6 – More Bird Miscellany
BIRD MISCELLANY. (RELOCATED – CLICK HERE)
Birdwatching Term – Lobed Feet
Lobed Feet Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, that my feet did not slip. (Psalms 18:36 KJV) In the Coot article they said: “Like other rails, they have long, lobed toes that are well adapted to soft, uneven surfaces. Coots have strong legs and can walk and run fast.” Answers gives this definition: “Feet that … Continue reading
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Swamp Harrier
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Swamp Harrier ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 9-2-13 Recently I was having trouble finding a reasonable photo of a Swamp Harrier for Where to Find Birds in Northeastern Queensland, when I remembered an encounter that I had with this one on a beach on Bruny Island in Southeastern Tasmania … Continue reading
Child’s Book of Water Birds ~ The Teal
The Teal *** NEW YORK LEAVITT & ALLEN. 1855. *** Welcome to the Updated Child’s Book of Water Birds, by Anonymous. It was written in 1855 and this is 2013. That is 158 years ago. * * THE TEAL. The Teal is the smallest of the ducks. The Green-winged Teal is the American. It feeds on fresh-water … Continue reading
Birdwatching Term – Dabbling Duck
Dabbling Duck What does it mean when a duck “dabbles” or is a “dabbling duck”? This group of ducks has been so named because its members feed mainly on vegetable matter by upending on the water surface, or grazing, and only rarely dive. These are mostly gregarious ducks of freshwater or estuaries. These birds are … Continue reading
Frontal Shield – Moved
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Birds of the Bible – Shield
He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler. (Psalm 91:4 KJV) While working on the Coot article, the shield was mentioned. “Coots have prominent frontal shields or other decoration on the forehead…” When the Lord created the Coots and many of … Continue reading
Child’s Book of Water Birds ~ The Dabchick
The Dabchick *** NEW YORK LEAVITT & ALLEN. 1855. *** Welcome to the Updated Child’s Book of Water Birds, by Anonymous. It was written in 1855 and this is 2013. That is 158 years ago. * * THE DABCHICK. The Dabchick is a very timid bird, and when alarmed instantly dives, after which it is useless to … Continue reading
Child’s Book of Water Birds ~ The Coot
The Coot *** NEW YORK LEAVITT & ALLEN. 1855. *** Welcome to the Updated Child’s Book of Water Birds, by Anonymous. It was written in 1855 and this is 2013. That is 158 years ago. * THE COOT. The Coot is generally found in large sheets of water, particularly if shaded by trees. The nest is a … Continue reading
