10,000 Birds

JULY 16, 2014

The lodge is unusual in having a raised walkway behind the lodge, allowing those of us keen to bird or watch wildlife when most normal people are resting in the middle of the day. Can’t do a post on Kinabatangan without the amazing Bornean endemic Probosis Monkey. Trips apes Birding Borneo'

Rhinoceros 167

Rhinoceros Apes Elephants Monkeys 167

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

” The birds appear to be starving to death, so experts don’t believe a toxin is the culprit, said Julia Burco, a wildlife veterinarian for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. That means crows join humans, apes and monkeys in exhibiting advanced relational thinking, according to the research.

Science 151

Science Iraq Research Birds 151

10,000 Birds

JUNE 11, 2013

Their scientific name is Theropithecus gelada, the former word meaning “beast-ape” in Greek. These experiences were the highlight of my trip to Ethiopia and one of the most fascinating and enjoyable encounters I have ever had the privilege to experience in many years of wildlife watching. Gelada lip flare and yawn. Photo by Adam Riley.

Ethiopia 159

Ethiopia Primates Mammals Fur 159