10,000 Birds
JUNE 3, 2020
But when raised, they seem to have a sort of weird cape. In other words, they never raise their own young. Instead, they lay their eggs in other species’ nests, and let those nest-making birds (often significantly smaller than the cowbirds) raise their young. But in most light, they appear to have a shiny black color.
10,000 Birds
MARCH 3, 2020
Like a shy stepchild, it’s always eclipsed by the wonders of Brazil, Ecuador, Colombia, etc. Relatively large and heavy, its use in the field may be limited to those with strong backs, and I’m hoping that now that the print version is available to birders in North America, Herzog is thinking about a smart phone app.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
157 
Let's personalize your content