10,000 Birds

AUGUST 2, 2022

The Secret Perfume of Birds: Uncovering the Science of Avian Scent focuses on this last question, but you might find yourself fascinated by the first two, which come early in the book but linger on in the imagination as author Danielle J. ” (p. 241) that contribute to a bird’s odor. Author Danielle Whittaker, © Nicole Cottam.

Science 250

Science Research Birds Turkey 250

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 18, 2016

Not just birds, but also plants (Colombia boast the most orchid species, too), insects, primates, reptiles. In fact, the field guide that many birders bring to the country, an older book by Steve Hilty, it is listed as possible gone. It was an incredible experience to see Colombia as it is, not how it is so often portrayed.

Colombia 168

Colombia Primates Reptiles Experience 168

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 15, 2013

Besides the birds, the teams were distracted by half a dozen primate species and rare Giant River Otters. Fred Tavares of the Brazilian team had the following to say of his team’s experience in the Amazon, “There are so many birds. The challenge is trying to remember them all!”

Peru 248

Peru 2012 Birds Falcons 248

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Darwin Day is February 12th, and for an early celebration I thought I’d take a look at a book that rethinks the way Darwin, and we, think about evolution—a very specific part of evolution, the way beautiful features and behavior have developed amongst birds and, by extension, amongst humans.

Ducks 101

Ducks Research Animal Stud 101

Critter News

MARCH 7, 2009

I've decided to quit my book club, which I dearly love, because of a member who works in medical research and supports animal experimentation. I think the time has come for me to leave the book club. This is a link to a recent scandal at a primate center in Louisiana. And like I said, I love the other people in it.

Medical Research 100

Medical Research Louisiana Primates Vivisection 100