10,000 Birds

JANUARY 24, 2015

Hopefully at that point, a mixed flock will pass through the forest, kill a few cicadas, and give you a dozen lifers in one fell swoop. Those and other bird-a-thrill, uncommon events are also why we trade the easy bird activity at the edge for hours inside the forest. ” sayeth the Bicolored Antbird.

Costa Rica 175

Costa Rica Birds Texas Cattle 175

10,000 Birds

MAY 25, 2013

Anyone with more than a couple of hours to kill could easily make a quick birding foray out from the airport. There is an official website with opening hours and events at [link]. My personal list for Paser Ris runs to 75 birds over 15 visits that average out at around 25 species per outing.

Singapore 161

Singapore Woodpeckers Parrots Zebras 161

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

One study found that birds living in Botswana had elevated levels of lead in their bloodstreams during hunting season, presumably coming from lead bullets used on animals killed by hunters. .” (HBW). Other – sadly rather common – reasons are habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and the use of some veterinary drugs.

Elephants 147

Elephants Birds Congo Africa 147