Birdchick Podcast #152: Owls Don't Want To Be In Your Wedding

Remember when I got the offer of a free camo bikini? I opted for a camo bedset instead, I actually really like it. And I learned that white vinegar makes a great fabric softener. Owl that was supposed to deliver wedding rings during ceremony, falls asleep instead.

Once again migratory birds get caught in the 9/11 Tribute in Lights.

Hawaiian petrel found dead in Arizona.

We referenced this article in the last podcast but a report came out that 67 eagles have been killed in the last five years at wind turbines. Bird deaths are a cause for concern but considering all the other things that kill eagles, is that so bad?

Walter Kitundu presents the most intimate photo of an oxpecker with a giraffe you will see all day.

Punk Rock Big Year is test offering bird shirts. The initial design is a red-winged blackbird.

67 eagles killed at wind turbines in 5 years vs 7500 birds killed at one gas flare in Canada in one night.




Birdchick Podcast #150: Birds, Birds, Birds

Incredible series of photos as an osprey attacks a great blue heron. I know, right? American Bird Conservancy is trying to save an Arizona Hummingbird Landmark.

Hen Harriers on the brink of extinction in England.

Woodpeckers and nuthatches benefit from emerald ash borer.

Drinking one's way through the World Series of Birding.

OK...I've seen a lot of weird birding things on the Internet...this is high on the list of weird. It's artistic, but it may not be safe for work for everyone, so careful following this link. Basically...it's butt birds.

Take Cornell Lab of Ornithology classes online--Be A Better Birder.

Birdchick Podcast #149: MWBS, Camo, Fake Birds

Hey all, NBB here. I'm reposting this to try and take care of problems getting the podcast to show up on iTunes. ---------

Are you going to the Midwest Birding Symposium?

Jeff Gordon was on CBS this morning talking about the wood rail.

 Fake Birds on film.

We talked about some Camo Trading Company: Things you should check out camo bikinis, a camo thong  and we actually thought the black and white snow bedding was pretty cool but some of the names.  Not sure what it says to have bedding with the pattern "bone collector."

Football stadium proposal has to include ways to prevent birds from hitting windows.

Yes, you're going to want to watch this:

Post to FB :: http://on.fb.me/138Vd4d Tweet Link :: http://bit.ly/138WDvD music : http://www.soundcloud.com/querflote Eagle Owl: chicks and adult bird - Uhu: Jungvögel und Elterntier/Robert Meier http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOJ9PbfzG9s Petting my pet owl/Pamela Tan http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsVk6cYLwUw Saw-Whet Owl/MrRelhed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpHrZpI47VI Northern Pygmy Owl Predates on Nuttall's Woodpecker/ Sierra Willoughby http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycpqhRduv8k Great Horned Owl (baby)/MrRelhed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIuFeYgwCJo Great


Birdchick Podcast #147: Bird Photobomb of the Year

MARIANA CROW REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN – 1 person needed for 5+ months to assist in the rehabilitation and daily care of critically endangered Mariana Crows on the island of Rota in the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas. Duties include regular feeding of birds and cleaning and maintenance of outdoor aviaries. The technician may be responsible for providing basic medical care for current captive crows and any new crows that arrive at the facility in need of first aid attention. A working knowledge of wildlife rehabilitation for birds is a must. There will be opportunities to participate in nest searching and radio telemetry of wild Mariana Crows as well. Requirements: At least one year working with birds (preferably corvids) in rehabilitation situations. Strong interest in the conservation of endangered species. Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional care for rehabilitating birds without direct supervision. A willingness to work nights, sourcing native insects and reptiles for feeding the captive crows.An interest and aptitude for carpentry work (for the maintenance of current aviaries and construction of new aviaries) is desired. Experience monitoring the soft release of rehabilitated or captive raised birds is desirable. The island of Rota is very small and offers few amenities. Experience working in remote locations is preferred. Benefits include round trip airfare to Rota (reimbursed), housing and $1200-1500/month (un-taxed) depending on experience and length of stay. A minimum commitment of 5 months is required and longer commitments (7+ months) are strongly preferred. Send CV and three references to PHIL HANNON via email (EM: philliphannon13 AT yahoo.com). Deadline for applications: July 9th. Applications will be reviewed as submitted. Start date: Early August. For more information visit: http://depts.washington.edu/rabep/index.html In perhaps the avian photobomb of the decade and what is perhaps the first time a video was running when someone documented a brand spanking new US record, Matt Daws got a wood rail while trying to video a least bittern:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oem2RCUtDTs

Jeff Gordon interviews our young record bird finder here (he's a handsome fella).

The initial response to the the rufous-necked wood rail:

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My costume at CONvergence.

5 Ways Science is Humiliating Birds (it's from Cracked, so be warned).

Remember that swallows getting caught in the nets for that highway project, judged ruled that the highway project would keep going.

OK...we mentioned during the last podcast that there was a rediscovery of the night parrot...well...a photo has been posted as proof...

Birdchick Podcast #146: Swifts, Storms and Spiders

Maybe the strangest thing I have ever filmed in Thailand. Thats saying a lot. So I pass this lady and notice mounted rifles, a skull and flying bird and had to film it for you guys. Lets try and make her as famous as my Ice Cream lady!





Birdchick Podcast #145: Women, Europe and Idiots

OK Jonathan Franzen wrote a very depressing but incredibly important article for National Geographic about the horrors birds go through migrating between Africa and Europe. It is a must read. I know it's hard, but it's important. A writer asks via the American Birding Association blog: why aren't women in more positions of power in birding?

Where did the bird penises go ?

Some dude in Indiana finds a fledging bald eagle and decides to take it home to his apartment...and post pictures of it on Facebook.