I and the Bird #83

Wren of Wrenaissaince Reflections has posted the latest I and The Bird, entitled "The Joy of Birds." Most definitely worth reading Wren's presentation and, to state the obvious, most definitely worth reading the collection of posts. Enjoy!

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I and the Bird #69

When people ask me why I like birds I used to be at a loss. Not of what to say, but where to start. And when I understood that, I had a revelation. Now the first thing I highlight about why I watch, observe, list, experience, and try to "grok" birds is that there are so many ways to experience them, and no two experiences are alike.

That's a rich topic, and more than I want to get into here. What I want to do is announce the new I and the Bird is available at Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted). Grrlscientist has grouped the contributed essays into various headings, from "Ornithology" to "Bird Watching Trip Reports" with a few stops along the spectrum, you can witness first hand how various bird aficionados are affected by birds.

And, if that alone doesn't get you to check out her presentation, there's a quiz . . . with prizes! Enjoy, and good luck.

I and the Bird #68

Whatever gets you through the night, John Lennon sang. For those who aren't yet aware, Slybird of Biological Ramblings has released the latest I and the Bird, and as always, it's a must read. I identify with Nick as the long, dark of winter around here can be likened to a long, dark (and cold) night (readers from more northerly latitudes, your situation is not only duly noted, I sympathize).

As I continue fight the "winter doldrums" Nick describes, reading collections such as I and the Bird #68 is a must. Enjoy!

I and the Bird #67

It's holiday time, and what better time for a long, extended birding trip? Starting point: Trevor's Birding, located in the land down under. Destination: all around the world. Trevor introduces us to some of the most entertaining, informative, and competent guides you'll encounter on this side of the cyberhighway. Good Birding on this Birding Holiday!

I and the Bird # 66

The latest addition of I and the Bird is up and ready for your reading pleasure. John of Born Again Bird Watcher has discovered a way to legally publish a playwright of clearly questionable moral fortitude (in my humble opinion), but richly talented in word craft.

Embedded in the script are . . . you guessed it, links to essays also well crafted, but likely authored by persons of questionable character (at least one, anyway: I have a submission in there). John's selection is something every birder should have on their night stand, be sure to get your copy of "The Importance of Being an Ornithologist."

Nicely played, John, a high bar set for "I and the Bird" in 2008!

Peace and good bird reading.