10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

This thrush is extremely common in urban and suburban Germany and one of the most conspicuous bird species here, comparable to the American Robin in North America. A few dead birds were collected by authorities and sent to a laboratory for investigation. and species breeding in cavities are less affected.

Germany 159

Germany Blackbirds 2006 Denmark 159

10,000 Birds

JUNE 21, 2016

Think about that for a moment … Anyway, we now know that the forebrain of some birds is more densely packed than mammals (primates and rodents, anyway). I’m pretty sure this was already partly known or suspected, but this new research nails it down.

Mammals 108

Mammals Zebras Birds Primates 108

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

As he turned his head to investigate, a flash of lightening cast its cold white light onto a tall hooded silhouette, veiled in a cloak of darkness and decay. I am not worried about the species as a whole and am sure that whatever has happened or happens, they’ll be back in Heidelberg with a vengeance before too long.

Blackbirds 154

Blackbirds Germany Shelters Rodents 154

10,000 Birds

JULY 24, 2014

Greater Rheas, a species the Germans call Nandu, are very popular in Germany and frequently kept in zoos as well as private enclosures. Their ecology in Germany is being investigated, but the results have so far been inconclusive. Nonetheless, this week will be chock full of invasive species. Can German birders count them?

Germany 238

Germany Birds 2000 South America 238