10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I should say trying to start my car because the battery had died overnight and it would not start. Holy cow was it cold! It was nice to see two “Ipswich” Savannah Sparrows on the walk back to my car though. “Ipswich” Savannah Sparrow Passerculus sandwichensis princeps. The guillemot never showed.

Ducks 165

Ducks New York Battery Birds 165

10,000 Birds

MARCH 1, 2011

Hiking For The Heck of It Reason To Become a Bird Watcher #1: No Batteries Required Welcome Wednesday: Musings on a Big Year About the Author James A life-long birder and native of South Africa, James Currie has many years experience in the birding and wildlife tourism arenas. These Blasts From The Past What’s In A Name?

Panama 216

Panama Costa Rica 2011 Cleveland 216

10,000 Birds

MARCH 21, 2011

Where do you charge your batteries in Namibia’s Kaokoveld during a longer trip away from lodges and hotels? Where is your internet access along the upper reaches of the Rio Negro? How do you operate a tiny touch screen in -13°F with your numb fingers stuck in thick gloves? Thanks for visiting!

Burkina Faso 158

Burkina Faso 2011 Birds Deer 158