That’s how bird books write it, but when I recently encountered Victor, a Victoria Crowned Pigeon, his call seemed more … More
Tag: Wildlife
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
Peek a boo!
Something about pseudo-sleeping flamingoes makes me happy. What makes YOU happy? Cute babies? Pretty babes? Gracious ladies? Astrolabes? All the … 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
Cato the Incorruptible
The ancient Roman Cato the Younger was famously incorruptible from the days of his youth, at a time when the … More
The Bird of Good Luck
Gogo the Golden Pheasant is anything but endangered—and some might say his species has been too fortunate… That’s because Chrysolophus … More
Wilbur is in danger 😟 but you can help! 😊
You won’t find Wilbur in your neighborhood pond… Nor may he be found in any wild place of the Western … More
Happy Halloween from Rosie!
So many subscribers have been been fascinated by Rosie the Friendly Tarantula that I’m posting another shot of her. In … More
Meet Tonto Two-Tuft
This striking young Northern Cardinal… …seems to be keeping company with the lovely Princess Goldie, hiding in the brush as she feeds … More