10,000 Birds

MAY 27, 2015

Mum, Dad, I’m sorry I described my childhood as feral. Once upon a time, when I started birding, this great family included a wide range of species collectively known as the robins and chats. They are a single genus, Cichladusa , with three species, found mostly in Central and Eastern Africa. Bringing food to the young.

Mozambique 165

Mozambique Zambia Zimbabwe Namibia 165

10,000 Birds

JULY 25, 2014

During the early 1990s, rumours surrounding the occurrence of a few Egyptian Geese in far north-western Germany emerged, the result of an increasing and spreading Dutch feral population. I think we’re not in Kenya anymore. … Here at 10,000 Birds 20 July – 26 July is Invasive Species Week. Just a peculiarity.

Germany 150

Germany Geese Netherlands Kenya 150

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

If you just go for business and stay in the city than you will be very likely returning home with a limited list – mainly featuring Feral Pigeon (shown in its natural habitat in the award-winning picture below). My Kenya list of 69 species consists entirely of birds I saw during business trips to Nairobi. Don’t rush home.

Birds 156

Birds Nashville Unwanted Kenya 156