Got another interesting email today and thought I would share it. They seem to be doing a series on birds lately. Reversible Wings Isaiah 31:5 Like birds flying about, so will the LORD of hosts defend Jerusalem. Defending, He will also deliver it; passing over, He will preserve it. Sometimes incredible wonders pass right before … Continue reading
Birdwatching Tips #2
Making List of Your Birdwatching Adventures Many people keep list of the things they see and hear while out birdwatching. There are several kinds of list you might want to consider starting. Life List This is a list of all the birds species you have seen or heard. The sound of a bird you heard … Continue reading
Interesting Things – Feathered Pilots
An Interesting Email I Received Today Job 12:7, 9 But now ask the beasts, and they will teach you, and the birds of the air, and they will tell you.Who among all these does not know that the hand of the LORD has done this. You are the pilot of a Boeing 767 airliner, bringing … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Owls
Owls are an interesting species. Most of them are nocturnal, so we don’t see them very frequently. At least I don’t see them, but since I like to stay up late, I have heard them at night. Sometimes they are thought of as wise and drawings are made of them with glasses. Maybe that is … Continue reading
Birdwatching Trip to Bok Sanctuary
On Good Friday we were at Bok Sanctuary in Lake Wales, FL enjoying a beautiful cloudless day. The orange grove there was in full bloom and the aroma drifted over the whole place. We were birding, taking pictures, and appreciating God’s goodness. The birds were full of songs and they came out for us to … Continue reading
Happy Easter
Happy Easter to all of you from Lee’s Birdwatching Adventures. Today was a great day, with both morning and evening services being a blessing. I trust your day was also blessed as you reflected on the Resurrection of Christ and what it means to our lives. Lee
Eye of the Beholder – Mockingbird
Observing the Northern Mockingbird must have some lessons we can learn. I can think of two off hand. Well, actually one of them comes from my husband. The song of the mockingbird uses a “vocal mimicry or appropriation” to make “sounds of other species (as well as non-avian sounds such as the barking of dogs, … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Storks
Many people think of babies being delivered when a Stork is mentioned. I am amazed when I watch the Wood Storks here in Florida. When they are on the ground, they are very unbecoming (aka-ugly), but when they are flying, it is so awesome to see the gracefulness of their flight and how beautiful their … Continue reading
Renewed Day by Day: Signs of Spring
While doing the Sparrow blog, I came across an interesting blog that you might find interesting. It’s by a lady in Kansas. Click the link to check it out. Renewed Day by Day: Signs of Spring
How To Identify A Bird
Try to decide the size of the bird being observed. When you start looking in the guide books, the approximate size will be very helpful. Smaller than a Sparrow – 2 to 5 inches Sparrow Size – 5 to 8 inches Robin Size – 8 to 12 inches Pigeon Size – 12 to 16 inches … Continue reading
Reddish Egret at Fort DeSoto, FL
This Reddish Egret was stirring up food by running around and trying to scare up some food. Overcast day and very windy. Not a good birding day. I did enjooy watching the Egret though.
Interesting Things – Fleas, Birds and Tools
In the Birds of the Bible – Partridge, I Samuel 26:20 mentioned the flea. Here are a few interesting things about the flea. (I’m sure birds must get some.) A Day at the Flea Circus Animals Don’t Need Technology The Crafty Flea Check out these interesting things about birds and their use of tools. The … Continue reading
