10,000 Birds

JANUARY 2, 2024

Bird Day is a lovely, little jewel of a book. The idea is to portray one bird for each hour of the day in words and art, presenting the diversity, beauty, and wonder of avian life. Angell’s black-and-white illustrations bring sparks of energy and visual clarity to the fascinating bird behaviors described by Huber.

Barn Owls 168

Barn Owls Chicago Penguins New Zealand 168

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 15, 2012

As 2012 draws to a close we here at 10,000 Birds thought that it would be a great idea if we, like we did in 2010 and 2011 , shared our Best Birds of the Year. We also want to know what YOUR Best Bird of the Year was. Now on to the Best Birds of the Year for those who write on 10,000 Birds! Sound good?

2012 142

2012 Guatemala Birds Florida 142

Animal Person

SEPTEMBER 5, 2009

It was time to feed the bird of prey who was about to be released and while the rehabber was speaking with the interviewer someone emerged from a walk-in freezer with a tray of baby chicks. Too Early Charley was a Muscovy who had just busted through his shell with his egg tooth. My animal rescue-life has had many phases.

Euthanasia 100

Euthanasia Wildlife Rehabilitation Fowl 2002 100