Fact Sheet: Penguins Describes the physical traits, breeding, behavior, and natural predators of these flightless sea birds. Also explains the differences between the individual species. http://www.asoc.org/general/penguin.htm
Extractions: Updated: July 24, 1998 Penguins are flightless sea birds of the Southern Hemisphere. In all, there are 18 species of penguins, found in South Australia, New Zealand, and off the coasts of Peru, Chile, and South Africa. Some species live as far north as the equatorial Galapagos Islands, but they are primarily cold-weather birds. There are seven species of Antarctic penguins: the Adelie, Gentoo, Macaroni, Chinstrap, Rockhopper, King, and Emperor. The Adelie and the Emperor are the two true Antarctic species. Penguins have a heavier skeleton than most birds, waterproof feathers, and specialized glands that extract and excrete excess salt. Their feathers, which even cover their bills and feet, combine with a thick layer of fat to insulate them. This works so effectively that the birds frequently overheat in the frigid waters. They vary, by species, from the sixteen inch, two and a half pound Little Blue penguin of Australia to the truly Antarctic sixty-six pound Emperor penguin, which stands more than three and a half feet tall. (The Emperor has actually been recorded at up to ninety pounds.) Penguins swim like other birds fly. Their wings have not disappeared, nor have they become vestigial, useless appendages. Instead, they've evolved into flippers. Penguins use highly developed muscles to flap their wings to move forward, and they guide themselves with their tail. They are the only bird to "porpoise." That is to say, they launch themselves out of the water, momentarily flying in fluid arches as they continue to swim forward at high speeds like dolphins. Penguins do this in order to breathe, but porpoising also creates air bubbles that reduce friction during swimming. Gentoo penguins are thought to be the fastest of all swimming birds, achieving speeds of thirteen to seventeen miles per hour.
Extractions: The flying of the Oriental Roller is nearly a lost art in North America. We are at a pivotal point in the history of the breed on this continent. The Flying Oriental Roller Society is established to restore the heritage of the breed as an air performing pigeon and to advance the popularity of this distinctive breed in the pigeon fancy. The club is open to all who wish to fly and/or exhibit the flying type Oriental Roller or anyone who is interested in the breed and would like to share the fellowship and sportsmanship of like-minded Fanciers. (Preamble taken from FORS BY-LAWS) Articles of Interest:
A Few Good Birds Home Page A small aviary dedicated to the responsible breeding and conservation of amazons, bluemasked lovebirds, caiques, grand eclectus, senegals, and timneh greys. http://www.afewgoodbirds.com/
Quaker House Quail, Raptor,Table & Breeding Quail Information about the West Rounton company breeding Quail for supply to restaurants, and as food for birds of prey. Includes company background, prices and details of corporate days out. http://www.quakerhousequail.co.uk/
Welcome To Beak N Wings, Inc Educational pet bird club, to furnish and exchange knowledge about and to promote humane breeding and or raising of pet birds, and to introduce the general public to the field of aviculture. http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/Park/5357/Beak_nWings.html
Maryland-DC Breeding Bird Atlas Project acquisition, interpretation and application of authentic data from the breeding Bird Survey, MD/DC breeding Bird Atlas and Classroom FeederWatch http://bird.washcoll.edu/birds.html
Extractions: (DC). This project will map in detail the distribution of all bird species that breed in Maryland and DC, with primarily volunteer help. Human activities have profound effects on the natural world upon which the survival of all living things, including people, depends. It is crucial to have an historical and continuing record of the status of natural communities (in this case, birds) with which to compare and contrast effects of future activities. Such data will be valuable in assessing these changes and may serve a vital function in land and habitat management planning by government, industry, and individuals especially in areas where there may be high environmental impact.
Birds In Forested Landscapes accurately determine a birds breeding status with some measure of certainty. breeding Bird Atlas terms have been developed for many breeding behaviors http://birds.cornell.edu/bfl/surveyinstr1.html
Extractions: vocalizations before going in the field Counting and monitoring the breeding activity of forest birds can be difficult because they are often hard to detect in thick foliage, and some species are secretive during the breeding season. Nothing replaces good observation skills and patience; however, there are methods that make the job easier. The BFL protocol employs several methods that increase the probability of detecting a species if it is present and that simplify the determination of breeding status by honing in on important and easily recognized behaviors. These methods are derived from techniques used by professional field biologists and the coding systems developed by state Breeding Bird Atlas coordinators.
Birds Eye View USA breeding facility specializing in supplying baby birds to pet stores, other breeders and experienced bird handlers. Offers general information on baby birds and breeders for sale. http://www.birdseyeviewusa.com/
Extractions: A BIRD'S EYE VIEW Let us introduce ourselves. We are a small breeding facility located in South Florida, owned and operated by two couples. We specialize in supplying baby birds to pet stores, other breeders and experienced bird handlers. We recommend visiting the Aviary Birdshop We are a closed aviary with over 10 years of breeding experience. Some of our pairs have been breeding successfully for over these 10 years. All babies are hatched and hand raised on premises and cared for by all four partners. Babies and breeding stock alike have an environment provided to meet their needs physically and emotionally. Many of our breeding birds were originally pets and produce sweet, gentle babies. The health of all birds is monitored with veterinary visits and lab work. We have an excellent working relationship with several avian veterinarians. You can check on the variety of babies available and we know you would be impressed with their appearance and temperament. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Extractions: Tiel Talk is a friendly cockatiel forum brought to you by Birds n Ways. It is open to all pet bird owners and breeders. Feel free to share your pet cockatiel stories, ask questions, debate issues, and offer support and empathy to others in their time of need. The goals of this forum are the advancement of aviculture, the open exchange of ideas, and the establishment of rapport with other cockatiel fanciers. We have many people with advanced knowledge of aviculture who are happy to assist you with any of your cockatiel related problems. However, we have no veterinary or medical training, but may be able to offer tips and suggestions which we have learned through experience and which may see you through until you can contact your veterinarian. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS, EVEN IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION. BUT IF YOUR BIRD IS ILL, CONSULT YOUR AVIAN VETERINARIAN IMMEDIATELY. To achieve these goals, the following set of rules have been established: Tiel Talk is a moderated board. The Administrators/Moderators manage the board. ALL posts are subject to review and/or removal by the Administrators/Moderators. Any post that puts a bird at risk will immediately be deleted.
Impeckable Aviaries Home Page breeding and sales of macaws, cockatoos, parrots, and other psittacine birds in Johnson City, Texas. Includes bird information and prices and availablity. http://home1.gte.net/impekabl/impekabl.htm
Extractions: You are visitor number: If you see a bird you want, email Impeckable Aviaries or call us at 830-868-4509. Looking for a special species? Check with us and we may be able to help you find what you are looking for. Price is for each bird and price does not include your shipping costs. Shipping by air is approximately $110 - depending on size of your bird. Some of our 2005 babies are now ready to go to new homes! We have Lilac-crowned Amazons and Senegal parrots. Others now being hand-fed and available soon: Blue and Gold macaws, Lilac-crowned and Blue-fronted Amazons. We also have Blue-headed Pionus and African Greys on eggs. These should hatch soon. Click the species of your interest below for more information and for other special prices on our birds. Looking for something special? Email us. We just might be able to help you find that special bird you are seeking. You may purchase an Impeckable bird using If you chose to use Paypal, please add 3% to the total purchase price. Local sales, add 8.25% sales tax.
Breeding Bird Survey Summary And Analysis, Version 2003.0 The North American breeding Bird Survey, Results and Analysis 1966 2004. Version 2005.2. USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Laurel, MD http://www.mbr-pwrc.usgs.gov/bbs/bbs.html
Extractions: Dedicated to Chandler S. Robbins , originator of the survey, to honor his 50 years of government service Sauer, J. R., J. E. Hines, and J. Fallon. 2005. The North American Breeding Bird Survey, Results and Analysis 1966 - 2004. Version 2005.2. USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center , Laurel, MD Most Recent Update: 3 June 2005.
South Carolina Department Of Natural Resources Detailed maps showing the distribution of every species of breeding bird in the state found during the survey, conducted 19881995. http://www.dnr.state.sc.us/wild/bbatlas/bba.html
Extractions: Forms ... Wildlife Missing Page! Search You have tried to access a page that has been moved or is no longer available on this server. We recently redesigned the web site and some links may be broken or pages may have moved. Please use the links on this page or the search engine to try to find the page you are attempting to access. We have tried to correct all the url problems but something may have slipped through. If you cannot find the information that you are looking for or accessed prior to this upgrade, please contact us at: webmaster@dnr.state.sc.us South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
Breeding Bird Atlas - Florida Division Of Wildlife Florida s breeding Bird Atlas. Home Search Contact Us. Acknowledgments. The Florida breeding Bird Atlas (BBA) project could not have been accomplished http://myfwc.com/bba/acknowledgments.asp
Extractions: Acknowledgments The Florida Breeding Bird Atlas (BBA) project could not have been accomplished without the support of numerous organizations and individuals and the field efforts of hundreds of volunteers. We are most grateful to all for their contributions. We are grateful to the staff of the Florida Audubon Society (FAS) [ Editor's note: now Audubon of Florida] for their assistance and patience over the years, especially Bernie Yokel, Michael Nelson, Trude Valente, Terrie Diesbourg, and Stephanie Johnson. We thank the staff of the Archbold Biological Station, in particular John Fitzpatrick and Hilary Swain, former and current Executive Directors, respectively. The assistance and understanding of the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission's [ Editor's note : now the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission] Nongame Wildlife Section, especially Brian Millsap, David Cook, Doug Runde, Brad Gruver, Susan Cerulean, James Cox, Vic Heller, and Frank Montalbano, are deeply appreciated. Chandler Robbins, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Janet Carroll, Atlas coordinator for New York, and Michael Peterson, a New York regional coordinator, offered helpful advice and information during the planning stage of the Florida Atlas project. The BBA project is particularly indebted to the substantive contributions of Bill Pranty and Bradley M. Stith. Bill Pranty was the Pasco County Coordinator during 1986-1991 and a member of the Quality Control Committee during 1988-1989. He was appointed Acting State Coordinator in 1991. He entered 1991 data into the computer and conducted a complete review of the entire database, identifying and correcting errors. He worked on the production of the revised distribution maps, and finalized the list of the many hundreds of regional and county coordinators, atlasers and casual observers. Mr. Pranty, who is also the author of the 1996 edition of
Illinois Breeding Bird Atlas- Species Distribution Maps WHAT IS THE ILLINOIS breeding BIRD ATLAS (IBBA) PROJECT? The IBBA Project was conducted to document the current status and distribution of the species of http://www.inhs.uiuc.edu/chf/pub/ifwis/maps/
Extractions: ILLINOIS BREEDING BIRD ATLAS MAPS WHAT IS THE ILLINOIS BREEDING BIRD ATLAS (IBBA) PROJECT? The IBBA Project was conducted to document the current status and distribution of the species of birds that breed in Illinois. Hundreds of volunteers under the direction of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and birding organizations in the state conducted censuses during 1986-1991 following standardized methodology. One-sixth of a 7.5-minute quadrangle (average area approximately nine square miles) served as a sample unit or atlas block with the west-central block chosen as the priority block. There are 6,148 blocks in the state. Three levels of breeding status are depicted on the distribution maps- confirmed (as evidenced by occupied nest, fledged young, used nest, distraction display, etc.), probable (agitated behavior, probable nest site, courtship behavior, etc.) and possible (singing male in suitable nesting habitat, presence in suitable nesting habitat).
Illinois Birds Species list, distribution map and detailed information on a large number of bird species found in Illinois. http://www.inhs.uiuc.edu/chf/pub/ifwis/birds/
Extractions: Currently under construction. Please email scottr@inhs.uiuc.edu with corrections or suggestions. Illinois Bird Species List Individual species profiles: American bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) American black duck (Anas rubipres) American wigeon (Anas americana) Anhinga (Anhinga anhinga) ... Black-throated sparrow (Amphispiza bilineata) Blue-winged teal (Anas discors) Boreal owl (Aegolius funereus) Brown creeper (Certhia americana) Burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) Canvasback (Aythya valisineria) Cinnamon teal (Anas cyanoptera) Common barn-owl (Tyto alba) Common moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) Common tern (Sterna hirundo) ... Double-crested comorant (Phalacrocorax auritus) Eurasian wigeon (Anas penelope) Forster's tern (Sterna forsteri) Gadwall (Anas strepera) Golden eagle (Aquila chysaetos) Grasshopper sparrow (Ammodramus savannarum) ... Greater prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus cupido) Greater scaup (Aythya marila) Greater white-fronted goose (Anser albifrons) Green-winged teal (Anas crecca) Henslow's sparrow (Ammodramus henslowii) King rail (Rallus elegans) Least bittern (Ixobrychus exilis) Least tern (Sterna antillarum) ... LeConte's sparrow (Ammodramus leconteii) Lesser scaup (Aythya affinis) Little blue heron (Egretta caerulea) Loggerhead shrike (Lanius ludovicianus) Long-eared owl (Asio otus) Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) Mississippi kite (Ictinia mississippiensis) Northern goshawk (Accipiter gentilis) Northern harrier (Circus cyaneus) Northern pintail (Anas acuta) ... Northern saw-whet owl (Aegolius acadicus) Northern shoveler (Anas clypeata)
Extractions: Daily (Winter) ... Thrushes to Orioles Each species known to have bred in San Diego County, plus some more or less plausible prospects, are addressed below. Use this information on the birds' basic biology to help schedule your field trips, target less obvious species, and interpret your observations. These accounts cover the breeding season only; a supplement covering winter status will be issued separately. When possible, the account specifies the span of dates on which each species' eggs are known from San Diego County. Use these dates as a guide for what to expect when. For many species, expect to see the birds courting and building nests possibly as much as two to three weeks earlier than the first date. Expect to find chicks still in nests from two to three weeks after the first date to two to three weeks after the last date. And expect to see fledglings following their parents for a week or two after that. For several species whose breeding range extends far to the north of us, our local breeding population arrives early in the spring and begins nesting quickly, while individuals breeding farther north arrive and pass through much later. In some of these species, migrants may still be seen on the way to their breeding range when our local birds of the same species have fledged their first brood. Conversely, in late summer, some of these northern breeders may pass us going south while the local birds are still on their territories. The species accounts try to alert you to the more complex situations. In many migratory species, seeing some nesting behavior is essential to identifying the bird as even possibly nesting in your square.
Great Basin Bird Observatory - Nevada Breeding Bird Atlas The Nevada breeding Bird Atlas is the first statewide inventory of Nevada s Our approach in Nevada was different from most other breeding bird atlases. http://www.gbbo.org/nbba.htm
Extractions: The Nevada Breeding Bird Atlas is the first state-wide inventory of Nevada's breeding birds. The project was started in 1997, and field work was completed in 2000. Our original goal was ambitious: survey up to 800 breeding bird blocks in all major habitat types throughout the state. At the end of field work in August of 2000, we had actually exceeded that goal! Volunteers and paid field workers visited close to 900 Atlas blocks (including 78 blocks as part of a special predictive modeling effort in Clark County). On top of all this, observers also submitted nearly 10,000 incidental observations of breeding birds outside Atlas blocks. There are more than 25 partners representing public agencies, private groups and corporations who are providing important support for this project. Private landowners have also played an important role by inviting volunteers to visit their land and providing information to help make the Atlas a success.
BBS - USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center The North American breeding Bird Survey (BBS) is a largescale, long-term monitoring program designed to track the status and trends of North American bird http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbs/
Extractions: Welcome to the North American Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) web site. The BBS is a cooperative effort between the U.S. Geological Survey's Patuxent Wildlife Research Center and the Canadian Wildlife Service's National Wildlife Research Centre to monitor the status and trends of North American bird populations. Following a rigorous protocol, BBS data are collected by thousands of dedicated participants along thousands of randomly established roadside routes throughout the continent. Professional BBS coordinators and data managers work closely with researchers and statisticians to compile and deliver these population data and population trend analyses on more than 400 bird species, for use by conservation managers, scientists, and the general public. Below are direct links to some of our more popular pages: USGS Results and Analyses CWS Results and Analyses Raw Data New! How to Participate Data Entry
