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
Birds of the Bible – Partridge
Partridges, which number 39, are part of the Phasiaidae family which has 155 species worldwide (only 16 in North America) that includes Chukar, Francolin, Quail, Pheasants, Junglefowl, Peafowl, and Peacocks. The Grouse and Wild Turkey are also related to them. The Phasaidae family has a “chicken-like” appearance. These are medium-sized birds intermediate between the larger … Continue reading
Birdwatching Trip – Santa Ana NWR
Last week was not conducive for birdwatching trips. Between windy overcast days, stormy rainy evenings, and doctor visits we didn’t get out and about, nor was I on the computer much. So, I have decided to share our visits to Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge in Alamo, Texas. That is way “down in the valley” … Continue reading
Eye of the Beholder
The Eye of the Beholder series will be about how a bird’s habits or mannerisms are viewed. That in turn brings to mind an application and scripture that can be a lesson or encouragement for others. If you have an idea for an article, of that theme, then send me the article and you can … Continue reading
Eye of the Beholder – House Sparrows
The House Sparrow is the first bird in a new series (Eye of the Beholder) of how I or others see birds . In last week’s Birds of the Bible – Sparrow I blog, attention was drawn to how it is many times mentioned as a “pest.” The reason for this reference is the House … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Sparrows I
Sparrows are mentioned in at least seven verses in the Bible, but because of other applications associated with them, this is only Part I. I am amazed at the articles that mention Sparrows as “Trash birds” or brushed off in articles about birds. Some examples: “..he refers to common birds of no interest to him … Continue reading
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