10,000 Birds
APRIL 27, 2023
The eBird cartoonists call the Spot-breasted Parrotbill a “bulbous-headed brown bird with a comically large bill” As a foreigner living in China and thus used to having my nose size ridiculed, I definitely feel with the parrotbills. What a pity.) But then, would a lady pheasant be pleased to be described as “large”?
10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The first two chapters make clear that although environmental concerns were a factor, his major reason for doing a big year was personal–his work as a postdoc in research neurobiology was at a crisis point, he needed to change research direction or…do something else. The absolute craziness of it all?
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10,000 Birds
JUNE 9, 2022
If I was an ornithologist aiming for a grant, I would now definitely highlight the need for more research on this topic. The researchers are quite aware of the differences between humans and birds and thus have completely ignored another explanation for this behavior.
10,000 Birds
JUNE 7, 2012
Once a body of research was established and the bird was declared endangered, it took many more years of experimentation, political maneuvering, conflicts with the National Guard, and some tragic fires to establish what is now acclaimed as a model conservation project. Now there are volunteer guides, tours and a local festival.
10,000 Birds
OCTOBER 15, 2013
This is an idea that has been around for more than a century, to which recent research has given considerable support. This raises an interesting question: Did these early birds have four wings, or three tails?). The new research mentioned above is here: Hind Wings in Basal Birds and the Evolution of Leg Feathers.
10,000 Birds
MARCH 3, 2020
It can take a bit of research to figure these notes out, especially when they are citing taxonomic differences (Riparian [Blackish] Antbird, for example, is treated differently in three of the four taxonomic systems), but it is tremendously helpful just to know that there is an issue to be researched.
4 The Love Of Animals
OCTOBER 10, 2012
Although dog ownership may pose some challenges in the quest to achieve garden greatness, it’s definitely not a hopeless cause. Also, check labels and do your research before you use any fertilizers, pesticides, or mulch. Instead, use raised containers or hanging baskets to add some visual interest to your outdoor space.
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