Bubulcus ibis ibis

Originally posted on Backyard and Beyond:
A Western Cattle Egret has been hanging out in Penn South, a co-op complex in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. There are damn few cattle thereabouts, but these birds, who in their original range (Africa, Middle East, Southern Europe) follow migrating ruminants who kick up a storm of bugs, are adaptable enough to get bugs and grubs where they may.Somehow… Continue reading Bubulcus ibis ibis

8 of Africa’s ‘secret’ National Parks every wildlife-lover should know about | Inspire Me | Wanderlust

http://www.wanderlust.co.uk/planatrip/inspire-me/lists/africa-secret-national-parks-wildlife?utm_campaign=Resend%20of%2013%2F04%2F17&utm_medium=Newsletter&utm_source=email&uid=38c8404d1dff64415c41ca14e18e5188 Continue reading 8 of Africa’s ‘secret’ National Parks every wildlife-lover should know about | Inspire Me | Wanderlust

A Weekend in Niagara Falls

Originally posted on Nomad By Trade:
While I was working in the Buffalo area, I had to stay out there for a weekend. Since it’s so close to Niagara Falls, and Niagara Falls is only a few hours from home, I invited my boyfriend to join me on a semi-work-funded mini-vacation. Niagara Falls is the perfect weekend destination. There’s just the right amount of scenery,… Continue reading A Weekend in Niagara Falls

Get ready to welcome spring’s returning hummingbirds

Originally posted on Our Fine Feathered Friends:
All bird enthusiasts have their personal favorites among our feathered friends. Cardinals, bluebirds, robins and chickadees would certainly find a place in any Top 10 lists. What bird would top the list? I have no qualms predicting that the ruby-throated hummingbird would be a frontrunner for such a ranking. A male Ruby-throated Hummingbird seeks nectar at tiny blooms.… Continue reading Get ready to welcome spring’s returning hummingbirds