by Louis Jordaan | Jun 29, 2020 | Uncategorised
Some may find it strange that such high ranking is assigned to this second step in this recommended approach to the identification of unknown birds. (Missed Step 1? Read it here.) Step two: The shape and colour of the bill. Do you share this view? Well, then I think...
by Louis Jordaan | Jun 26, 2020 | Uncategorised
In the previous post, the first one in the series, “Guidelines for the identification of unknown birds”, I promised to post six steps which, in many instances, may simplify the process somewhat. Well, here goes! Step one: The bird’s relative size and the general shape...
by Louis Jordaan | Jun 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
If you enjoyed the previous series of posts “The Birds are not Locked Down” – you might be thinking about taking up bird watching as a pastime. Bird watching (or birding) encompasses activities such as spotting birds, identifying them and observing...
by Louis Jordaan | May 28, 2020 | Uncategorised
By always being on the lookout for birds, we had a wonderful experience a few days ago! Through a window we noticed a black bird with a prominently curved bill hunting for food in a pepper tree right in front of the house. What a delight! We received a surprise visit...
by Louis Jordaan | May 25, 2020 | Uncategorised
Watch out for birds which, although common in your area, can be difficult to spot. One such bird, although vociferous, is the sombre greenbul (‘gewone willie’), always challenging an adversary, “Willy! Come fight with me!” and then enquiring in a softer tone of voice,...
