10,000 Birds

JUNE 5, 2012

For many birders, the Pel’s Fishing Owl roosts in a lofty position on just such a list. One of the most highly desirable birds in the world, the Pel’s Fishing Owl is a true phantom. In full sunlight, at eye-level and eating a freshly caught fish. So my first sighting of Pel’s Fishing Owl was highly appreciated.

Owls 255

Owls Fish Botswana Barn Owls 255

10,000 Birds

JUNE 17, 2015

Rather than the usual dismal waiting area there were comfortable seats and drinks, and when our transports arrived, we were placed in two large four wheel drives rather than one, so that we wouldn’t feel cramped. Oh, there were Buffy Fish-owls. It was here that the comfort began. An oversubscribed night drive didn’t help.

Lemurs 159

Lemurs Family Rhinoceros Fish 159

Animal Ethics

NOVEMBER 12, 2008

To the Editor: The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization has estimated that nearly a fifth of the world’s greenhouse gases is generated by livestock production, more than by transportation. 9, 2008 Note from KBJ: Some reasons for vegetarianism apply to all animals, from cows, pigs, and sheep to turkeys, chickens, and fish.

New York Times 40

New York Times New York Sheep Livestock 40