Birdwatchers/birders are of course a special breed, and many in admiration of our fine feathered friends will go to the ends of the earth. In this group, avians R us!
Cover photo: Picryl
Birdwatchers/birders are of course a special breed, and many in admiration of our fine feathered friends will go to the ends of the earth. In this group, avians R us!
Cover photo: Picryl
Tom Meaker by Inka Piegsa-Quischotte Feet firmly planted on the ground, left elbow out, forearm straight, hand and wrist covered with a thick leather glove, I looked apprehensively at the master falconer standing by my side. He had just sent a magnificent Harris's hawk into the air, soaring into the sky, then swooping down towards me. “He won’t attack me, will he?” I asked. “Not unless he mistakes you for a rabbit,” the instructor deadpanned, “and there is no chance of that”, he grinned. He…
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Oasis Eco Camp is a small intimate eco Lodge located on the shores of Lake Elementaita Kenya which is an IBA and a Ramsar site since 2005. Over 450 species of birds in the locality and the only breeding grounds for white Pelicans in East Africa.
Planning a birding trip to Kenya, dont miss this jewel.
http://www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html
Hi Guys
Why not visit the Makuleke consession in Kruger, we have a basic and advance birding course - Join Bruce Lawson (Our Camp manager and SKS Birder) for a great experience. This true wilderness area is also one of the best birding spots in Africa
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Hi everybody, I've got a query for you birders. This bird (see attached photos) has my wife and I stumped. From the rear, it looks like a California Towhee. From the front, a female house finch. It's about 3/2 the size of an adult towhee and acts like one. I'm guessing a juvenile towhee. Anybody see anything different?Thanks.
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