Cranes know when it’s time to move south for winter. And robins, warblers, and bluebirds know when it’s time to come back again. But my people? My people know nothing, not the first thing of GOD and his rule. (Jeremiah 8:7 MSG) As far as I know, the only Version of the Bible (English) that … Continue reading
Vol 2 #2 – Wilson’s Phalarope
WILSON’S PHALAROPE. ERHAPS the most interesting, as it is certainly the most uncommon, characteristic of this species of birds is that the male relieves his mate from all domestic duties except the laying of the eggs. He usually chooses a thin tuft of grass on a level spot, but often in an open place concealed … Continue reading
Vol 2 #2 – The Skylark
From col. F. M. Woodruff. THE SKYLARK. This is not an American bird. I have allowed his picture to be taken and placed here because so many of our English friends desired it. The skylark is probably the most noted of birds in Europe. He is found in all of the countries of Europe, but … Continue reading
Vol 2 #2 – The Yellow Legs
THE YELLOW LEGS. ELLOW LEGS, or Lesser Tell tale sometimes called Yellow-leg Snipe, and Little Cucu, inhabits the whole of North America, nesting in the cold temperate and subarctic districts of the northern continent, migrating south in winter to Argentine and Chili. It is much rarer in the western than eastern province of North America, … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Smith’s Sparrow
While looking up the word “birds” in the Dictionary section of my e-Sword program, there is an “i” symbol that shows on the tab of the name of a dictionary. That “i” indicates that there is information about your search word. The Smith’s Bible Dictionary had an “i” so I investigated it. This is what … Continue reading
Bible Birds – Sparrows I
In the Bible, the Sparrows are mentioned in 7 verses. Check out these from the NKJV: Even the sparrow has found a home, And the swallow a nest for herself, Where she may lay her young— Even Your altars, O LORD of hosts, My King and my God. (Psalms 84:3 NKJV) I lie awake, And … Continue reading
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Barnacle Goose
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Barnacle Goose ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 9-10-12 I’m back in Dublin after the sad and sudden death of my brother-in-law Gerald, so I’ve chosen a soberly dressed and elegant bird with, for me, an Irish connection, the Barnacle Goose. Barnacle Goose nest in the arctic and winter … Continue reading
The Eider – The Cushion Maker.. ~ Nuggets Plus
The Eider Duck – The cushion maker.. ~ by a j mithra When constructing her nest, a Female Eider Duck will line it with soft down feathers that she plucks from her own breast. This gives the eggs the best possible cushioning and insulation. Jesus didn’t pluck His down feathers, but, plucked Himself from heaven … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Patient Herons
I watch Great Blue Herons, Great Egrets, Cattle Egrets, Little Blue Herons, Tricolored Herons and Green Herons which are quite common in our area. They are all in the same family and all seem to have a characteristic of being very patient. Have you just sat and watched them? When you are out birdwatching it … Continue reading
Bible Birds – Dove, Turtledove and Pigeon’s Introduction
Bible Birds – Dove, Turtledove and Pigeon’s Introduction Doves are in the Columbidae Family of the Columbiformes Order They are walking birds, feeding both on the ground and in trees; bill slender, grooved, nostrils opening in a fleshy membrane; tail variable, short and square, or long and pointed; feet stout, often reddish. Color usually grayish brown. Call-notes a characteristic … Continue reading
Evolution is full of Surprises! and will Explain Anything (Re-post)
“During my research I noticed how common it is to run into articles that talk about how “surprising,” “unexpected,” or even “baffling” the results of a study or find is to scientists. Although I know Creation Scientists are probably often surprised as well, I can’t help thinking that scientists would be less surprised if they … Continue reading
Birds Vol 2 #2 – The Red Breasted Merganser
THE RED BREASTED MERGANSER. HY this duck should be called red-breasted is not at first apparent, as at a distance the color can not be distinguished, but seen near, the reason is plain. It is a common bird in the United States in winter, where it is found in suitable localities in the months of … Continue reading
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