That’s how bird books write it, but when I recently encountered Victor, a Victoria Crowned Pigeon, his call seemed more … More
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My head’s not red. SO WHAT!
Man, I can hear the comments now—how can this be a woodpecker if his head’s not read? Because I’m a … More
I’m Proud to be a Flower-Eating Finger Biter
Barry here is a Black-Headed Parrot, aka Black-Capped Caique, or Pionites melanocephalus for you lovers of binomial nomenclature. His handsome relatives … More
My Name will Tie Your Tongue in Knots
Can you say CRIMSON-RUMPED TOUCANET? Pro Tip: When a name looks like trouble, make love to it. Say every syllable … More
Who’s the Bird with the Handlebar Mustache?
Meet Inky the Inca Tern! I was delighted to meet Inky, not only for his dashing looks, but because he’s … More
Hamish Hamerkop Stands Tall
Hamish is a Hamerkop, which means “Hammerhead.” He does look a bit like a hammer, doesn’t he? He’s a very … More
I have a ten foot wingspan, too
You can tell right away that Thomas here isn’t mute. He’s a proud and noble Trumpeter Swan! With a ten … More
Beau Goes SQUAWWNK! And Skedaddles
Beau is our name for the beautiful Great Blue Heron who fishes in a nearby salt marsh. Many’s the time … More
Return of the Magical Marsh Dancer
After a long recess in the reeds, our Snowy Egret friends are back… And Stanley here is dancing atop the water … More
Whom might Fleming and Flora be?
If these elegant avians look unfamiliar, perhaps you’ve never seen the intro theme for Miami Vice? I have always adored Flamingoes, … More