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
Birdwatching Trip – Lake Hollingsworth 2/28
For a larger view Click Here Our latest bird watching trip was last Thursday, the 28th, to Lake Hollingsworth in Lakeland. It turned out to be an interesting time. The true birder came out in us, because it was COLD. It was 45 degrees when we got there around 10:00 am and the wind was … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Raven
According to Thayer’s Birding Software, the Common Raven in the U.S. is 24 inches long (from beak to tail), with about a four foot wingspan, has “entirely black plumage, a large, heavy bill, wedge-shaped tail, long shaggy feathers on chin and throat, larger than crows and has relatively short legs.” It resides more out west … Continue reading
Bird Intelligence
Speaking of the intelligence of the Ravens (Next Bird of the Bible blog), check out these articles from Creation Moments. Birds With a Memory to Envy Bird Brain Bird School The Tool-Using Bird Some Birds Do Mental Time Travel Sometimes Brain Size Doesn’t Count Intelligent Animal Antics This is one of my favorites. I just … Continue reading
Thoughts on the Birds of the Bible Series
I have been thinking about the Birds of the Bible Series I am working on. Yesterday, we finished our Missions Conference at Faith and was motivated even more to do this blog. Today, while searching the internet for information for my next article, I realized again how many others have done similar blogs. Shades of … Continue reading
Roseate Spoonbills
We were on the way to birding in Lakeland and had stopped by the Southeastern University for breakfast, when we spotted these three Roseate Spoonbills feeding in their lake. (Feb 2008)
Trip to Fort DeSoto Park 2-20-08
Today we drove to Fort DeSoto Park in Pinellas county to “add birds to my life list.” Well, it turned out that as we drove over there, the clouds kept multiplying more and more. So, with overcast skies and a windy temp of 63 degrees, we found very few birds who wanted to have their … Continue reading
Video of Bird "Displaying"
I couldn’t resist posting this video. It shows the Bird of Paradise “displaying” better than any picture ever could. 3/05 Just found an interesting article about the Bird of Paradise Click Here
