Happy Birthday – Skippy at National Aviary

Today is the 23rd birthday of “Skippy” the Black-necked Stilt. We met him on Friday at the National Aviary in Pittsburg, PA. Dan and I had the privilege of visiting  the National Aviary recently and thoroughly enjoyed our two days we spent there. “Skippy” is not on exhibit, but is behind the scenes and well … Continue reading →

Birds in Hymns – Thou Sweet, Beloved Will Of God

And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. (Romans 12:2 KJV) Words: Ger­hard Ter­steeg­en, Geist­lich­es Blum­en-Gärt­lein, first edi­tion, 1729, Book III, number 19 (Lieb­wer­ther, süss­er Gott­es-Wille); trans­lat­ed from Ger­man to Eng­lish … Continue reading →

Ian’s Bird of the Week – Banded Lapwing

Ian’s Bird of the Week – Banded Lapwing ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 08-05-10 There are two species of Lapwing in Australia. One, the Masked Lapwing, is widespread, common and well-known throughout northern and eastern Australia and Tasmania. It’s familiar because it is at home in populated areas, large, aggressive when nesting, and always … Continue reading →

Ian’s Bird of the Week – Red-necked Stint

Ian’s Bird of the Week – Red-necked Stint ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 04-01-09 This time of the year, almost anywhere in the world, is a good time to go looking for waders. Not only does the (northern) Spring migration mean that unusual species can turn up, but many of these migrants are acquiring … Continue reading →