Double-eyed Fig-parrot
There have been many great individual rivalries in sports through out the ages which have seen great players vie against each other in ways which brought out the best in each other. These being the kind of matches in which one was never really sure who would come out on top but one could always count on seeing great encounters as well as magnificent displays of talent and skill from both players. As examples of such rivalries one might refer to Connors VS. Borg (tennis), Russell VS. Chamberlain (basketball), Evert VS. Navratilova (tennis), Senna VS. Prost (formula one), Ali Read the rest of this entry »
Orange-headed Thrush
Australia does not support the exporting of Gouldian Finches from its northerly tropical region from where they originate. While the Gouldians ar still registered as an endangered species, people can still have them as pets.
It is easy to spot Gouldian finches. They are some of the most attractive birds. Beneath they can be colored yellow, white or purple. They also can have grey, orange or red heads with green or blue backs. Many people are dazzled with how beautiful these birds can be. There ar three general varieties of the Gouldian Finch that can be Read the rest of this entry »
Himalayan Monal
Himalaya is one the most visited and attractive destinations of the world. Its snow-kissed masculine mountains and lush green landscapes seems to be the true paradise on earth. These Himalayas are also the highest as well as the longest mountain ranges in the whole world. These ranges are the habitat to one-third of the total mountain animals, that include even some of the most endangered species.
Indian Himalayan region is blessed with rich varieties of flora and fauna. In the Terai region of Himalaya the varieties of flora found are Sal, Teak, rosewood and Sheesham, while Read the rest of this entry »
New Zealand Pigeon
Wellington is a wonderful part of New Zealand that most tourists appear to forget visiting, but there ar just as much attractions in Wellington as there is in other parts of New Zealand. In Wellington resides some of the most beautiful attractions and sights, and you will definitely enjoy sightseeing around Wellington. Below, I’ll outline 4 things to do in Wellington that everybody in your family is going to enjoy.
Walk around Courtenay Place
This wonderful place is where entertainment, fun, bars, and walking around in style resides. Anybody who wants Read the rest of this entry »
Blue-naped Parrot
Once again the Philippines is proud that the world notices another(a) nature’s gift with a compounding of man’s hard work, being one of the finalists for the New Seven Wonders of Nature. Puerto Princesa’s Subterranean River National Park is now well-renowned because of its magnificent features. It is also known as St. Paul’s Subterranean River National Park or St. Paul Underground River. It is located about 50 kilometers north of the city of Puerto Princesa. The National Park is situated in the Saint Paul Mountain Range on the northern coast of the island. The City Government of Puerto Princesa Read the rest of this entry »
Harlequin Duck
The USA is home to 393 national parks, meaning there are plenty of destinations to choose from when preparation adventure holidays across the Atlantic.
You can expect to find some sensational countryside and unusual wildlife in the parks, along with the kind of testing terrain that you will be keen to tackle if you ar an intrepid holidaymaker.
But, whether you ar taking a two-week holiday or preparation a gap year in the USA, some of the national parks standout as perfect destinations.
Head just about as far north as Read the rest of this entry »
Apostlebird
Bird watching is one of the most rewarding hobbies a person could pick up. It’s no storm to learn that bird watchers throughout the world ar looking for creative new ways to peek into the lives of our feathered friends. In recent years it has become pop to start placing closed circuit television cameras inside bird nests in order to get a peek at the home life of birds. These bird house cameras ar also known as “nest cams” and they are easier to build than you may think.
You will need the following items Read the rest of this entry »
African Emerald Cuckoo
Africa is the land of sunlight, space and splendor, land of elephant, lion, leopard and cheetah; Africa stamps its imprint on your soul like nowhere else on earth. In Africa with its abundant wildlife, scenic grandeur, unsurpassed adventures, and varied cultural splendors – all these elements combining to give you a distinctive glimpse into this unique continent.
South Africa is one of the most various and enchanting countries in the world. Landscapes, people, history and culture offer the traveler a unique and inspiring experience. Located on the southern tip of the African continent, stretches from the Read the rest of this entry »
Sooty Tern
1. How many eyelids do birds have?
A. None
B. One
C. Two
D. Three
D. Three
TOPICS: They have an upper lid resembling that of humans, a lower lid that closes when a bird sleeps, and a third lid, called a nictitating membrane, that sweeps crossways the eye sideways, start from the side near the beak. This lid is a thin, translucent fold of skin that moistens and cleans the eye and protects it from wind and bright light.
Red-headed Woodpecker
Woodpeckers ar a vast bird family, composed of approximately 217 species worldwide. They ar found throughout the Americas, Eurasia, and Africa, with the largest number of species occurring in the tropics of the New World. Here are a few woodpecker species you may encounter, along with some of the more unique members of the woodpecker family.
Red-headed woodpecker
The Red-headed Woodpecker is known for its fiery red-head and black and white body. It resides predominately in the Midwest and East Coast of America, occasionally drifting westward during the summer. It breeds in woodlands, Read the rest of this entry »









