10,000 Birds

AUGUST 10, 2014

Together, these birds compose the family Alcidae , and they share adaptations that we recognize as penguin-like: an upright stance on land, black-and-white plumage, and — most important — wings that propel them underwater in pursuit of prey ( see them in action here ).

Penguins 231

Penguins Puffins 2008 Sharks 231

10,000 Birds

JUNE 20, 2013

Perhaps because of threats to the ecosystems of the many places the Arctic Tern visits (Europe, Africa, South America, and North America), it may be on the decline. (You can learn more about their incredible journeys here.) . For example, over the past decade, the population in the Gulf of Maine has dropped by 40 percent.

Bald Eagle 187

Bald Eagle Pandas Puffins Bears 187

4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 7, 2012

“ Untamed Americas ” is a high-definition miniseries event narrated by Academy Award-nominated actor Josh Brolin. In it we get to see some of the amazing places in the wild areas of North America, Central America and South America. Untamed Americas: Coasts. Premieres Monday, June 11, 9 p.m.

America 100

America Sheep Penguins South America 100

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Larry starts us off right with an owl that makes birders drool: I was able to see and photograph many great birds in 2014 but my Best Bird of the Year would have to be the Great Gray Owl , the largest Strix in North America. Donna’s BBOTY – an African Penguin. Yes, it was an exceptionally good year.

2014 195

2014 Costa Rica South Africa Birds 195