March 3, 2014March 3, 2015

Part II: Nuts About Hornbills: What’s So Special About Them?

January 4, 2014March 7, 2015

Nuts About Hornbills: A Fascinating Evolutionary Story

The "Nature Watchdogs" keeping Cyprus' wildlife safe
The Larnaca Salt Lakes are actually a complex of four water bodies that lie to the south of Larnaca, an ancient city renowned for its large numbers of sarcophagi (stone coffins) and its picturesque seafront. “It’s one of the two most important wetlands of Cyprus,” says Ioanna, “and also a landmark for my home town.” The city draws large numbers of tourists, […]
Seeking the elusive "Swamp Boomers" of New Zealand
The first boom came as a surprise. As I navigated my kayak through the marshy northern reaches of Lake Whatuma, I could hear the whistling of dried raupō plants, the slap of water against the kayak’s hull, the high, eerie calls of black swans. Then, in a pitch so low I could almost feel it, a boom reverberated from the reeds. It was the throaty call of a mal […]
Prince of Monaco presented with prestigious BirdLife award
The species on BirdLife's logo, the Arctic Tern Sterna paradisaea, wasn't selected at random; this globetrotting seabird embarks on possibly the most amazing migration of all birds, flying from pole to pole twice a year in its quest for survival. It's a journey we feel best typifies the global reach and impact of the conservation work of Bir […]
Using IBAs to uncover America's hidden ecotourism paradises
Hurricane Matthew struck Andros Island in October of 2016, ripping the roof off Carlene and Doral Woods’s house as the couple and their children huddled in their living room. No one was hurt, but a lingering pile of ruined furniture and other debris in the family’s front yard serves as a reminder of just how vulnerable the people on this Bahamian island are. […]
New Protected Environment Declared in South Africa
A visit to Dullstroom and its surrounding grasslands is on the bucket list of many birders in South Africa and internationally. This beautiful area contains many “specials” such as Wattle Crane, Blue Crane, White-winged Flufftail, Yellow-breasted Pipit and many others. The presence of these iconic species is one of the reasons why BirdLife South Africa recog […]
8 incredible bird nests from around the world
Birds go to incredible lengths to build nests that keep their chicks safe from harm. From the desert-dwelling woodpecker who spends months patiently hollowing-out a cactus, to the aptly-named ‘ovenbird’, which leaves its mud nest to bake and harden in the sun, these amazing designs are a testament to the genius and resourcefulness of birds. Here are eight of […]
Environmental protection is vital for Tanzania’s industrial economy plan
Conserving the environment is vital for an industrialized Tanzania, as the country moves towards its vision of a thriving economy by 2025, local environmental groups and advocates have said. The country’s Mara Water Users Association in collaboration with BirdLife International, stressed this during events marking World Environment Day in the Butiama Distric […]
The deadly lake that gives life to flamingos
Watch the video below From above, Lake Natron’s waters look from a different planet. Pink and red in colour, with temperatures frequently above 40° C (sometimes even 60° C), the water in places is so alkaline that it can burn skin, making it inhospitable for most plants and animals. However, there’s one bird that has made this hellish place their paradise: f […]
United to stop illegal killing and trading of migratory wild birds in North Africa
Revealing scientific reports about the complexity of strategies employed by poachers and a cross-border trade scheme in the north African countries of Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria show that these activities have contributed to serious shrinkage of specie range of the beautiful European goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis), which is often targeted by hunters. On 2 […]
Little Blue neighbours
Wellington city, a few metres from the water. On the edge of a hot, flat tarmac car park, Kimberley Collins is removing stones from the top of a wooden box, tucked away under a bush. Hinging back the lid, inside is a slate-blue backed penguin about 35 cm long, lying on its belly looking up at her with endearing eyes and a sleek white chin.

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Photography and Conservation: From Art to Wildlife

Category: Hornbills

Part II: Nuts About Hornbills: What’s So Special About Them?

Nuts About Hornbills: A Fascinating Evolutionary Story