We have written several articles about the Bee-eaters, but they are so pretty and colorful, that they are being presented again. When the Lord created them, He did not spare on the “color pallet.” Nor did He fail to provide them with the ability to know how to remove the stinger and poison of the … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Bird Catcher
Fowler “foul´ẽr (יקשׁ, yōḳēsh): A professional birdcatcher. In the days previous to firearms, birds were captured with nets spread on the ground, in traps and snares. There was a method of taking young birds from a nest, raising them by hand, and when they had become very tame, they were confined in hidden cages so … Continue reading
The Little Spiderhunter – The Praising Pollinator
The Little Spiderhunter – The Praising Pollinator ~ by a j mithra The Little Spiderhunter (Arachnothera longirostra) is a species of long-billed nectar feeding bird in the Nectariniidae family found in the moist forests of South and Southeast Asia. Unlike typical Sunbirds, males and females are very similar in plumage. They are usually seen in … Continue reading
Blessed Assurance by Ron Tolson
YouTube from “Hymns – Timeless”. American Songbird Showcase Blessed Assurance written by Fanny Crosby and sung by Ron Tolson. Thought you might enjoy this video with all the birds showcased. No birds mentioned in the song, but it still is a “Birds in Hymn” candidate. Our Savior created all these beautiful birds. See: More Birds … Continue reading
Birds in Hymns – O Maker of the Sea and Sky
Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the LORD his God: Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth truth for ever: (Psalms 146:5-6 KJV) Words by Henry Burton, 1905. (1840-1930) Music – Santa Trinita by E. V. Pieraccini (1828-1902) O … Continue reading
Birdwatching at Circle B Bar Reserve – Jan 2011
Here is a video that I shot out at the Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, FL on January 18th. We went out to watch some of the 4,000 American White Pelicans land at the marsh. We got there about 4:30 pm and stayed until almost 6 pm. I left the sound on so that … Continue reading
Updated the Procellariiformes Order Pages
Like birds flying about, So will the LORD of hosts defend Jerusalem. Defending, He will also deliver it; Passing over, He will preserve it. (Isaiah 31:5 NKJV) Since writing the “Formed By Him – Sea Birds That Drink Seawater“, I have been busy behind the scene updating the Procellariiformes Order.That was the Order the article … Continue reading
Formed By Him – Sea Birds That Drink Seawater
An interesting article by Donna L. O’Daniel provided the background for this blog. You can see her complete article at: Water, Water Everywhere . . . And Not A Drop To Drink. See the article for some of the more technical aspects of this. Birds that are at sea for months and even years must … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Seven By Seven
When the birds and animals came to Noah and the Ark, the “clean critters” came “seven by seven.” Noah was told in Genesis 7:1-3: And the LORD said unto Noah, Come thou and all thy house into the ark; for thee have I seen righteous before me in this generation. Of every clean beast thou … Continue reading
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Black-breasted Buttonquail
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Black-breasted Buttonquail ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 01/30/11 I returned home from Armidale NSW by road bringing back a friend’s car that had been left at the Gold Coast south of Brisbane because of the flooding. I took the opportunity to make a detour to Inskip Point – … Continue reading
Birds In Hymns – There Seems A Voice In Every Gale
…The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. (Psalms 19:1-3 KJV) Words by Amelia A. Opie (1769-1853) Music: Arlington – by Thomas A. Arne, 1762; arranged by … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Stork III
Dan and I were out birdwatching this last week several times. We have the privilege of seeing the Wood Storks quite frequently. The Birds of the Bible – Stork and the Birds of the Bible – Stork II articles have covered different aspects of the Stork. This time, the Bible passage in Job 39:13 is … Continue reading
Lee's Birdwatching Adventures Plus 