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Pythons in the house?! When a birdfeeder attracts more than just birds. The post There’s a Python Living in My Rain Gutter appeared first on Cool Green Science. Birds & Birding Wildlife Asia Pacific Birds Herps Urban Conservation MORE
by Michael Smith (Veshengro) It’s time to pack away the flip-flops and bring out the boots, scarves and gloves. Temperatures will soon be dropping, meaning gardens and outdoor areas will need to be adapted to the new conditions. MORE
One Particle at a Time: An Examination on How Air Filters Can Control Indoor Pollution. Good science is about using evidence, data, and hard facts to make assessments about our reality. MORE
Residential use of solar energy systems is catching on fast as more homeowners seek better energy sources to reduce the cost of energy bills if not do away with it altogether. In addition to its environmentally friendly benefits, solar energy is becoming a hit and a must-have for most people. MORE
Fitting birds with GPS backpacks on their legs reveals what we’ve long suspected: urban gulls know when & where to forage for human food. MORE
People, including celebrities like to gamble. Some hold charity nights and donate all profits to a good cause, like climate change. Charity events that involve a game of chance and a few decks of cards are a good way to raise money for the environment, especially around Christmas time. MORE
Our daily walks to our two local parks with our neighbour’s dog are currently quite a dangerous affair. The Little Friarbirds are nesting and they are not happy as we approach the trees. With a dog you have to approach the trees for obvious reasons. MORE
Thanksgiving can be a challenging holiday for Americans of Chinese descent or Chinese citizens temporarily living abroad. While they want to give thanks for their blessings and participate in American culture, many Chinese don’t necessarily enjoy the traditional Thanksgiving meal. MORE
For several years I lived and birded in the south of Africa , and still have my battered second edition (1997) of the Sasol Birds of Southern Africa, the most trusted local field guide. MORE
by Michael Smith (Veshengro) "Please, can we normalize clothing repair?!" visible mending piece on a pair khaki jeans. MORE
Those of us who were raised in the four-season north (here in Michoacán one could define, at the most, three seasons) tend to think of avian migration in terms of seasonal temperatures. MORE
Originally from China, persimmon trees have been grown for thousands of years for their delicious fruit and beautiful wood. In the Middle East’s November, the landscape changes from dry, brown summer to soft green. MORE
November doesn’t fit any of the conventional narratives of birding seasons. This month doesn’t really resemble the migratory months or the more staid and settled spans of summer and winter. Nonetheless, November can really cook when the birding conditions are just right. MORE
Barefoot shoes can help relieve pressure on toes squeezed into conventional shoes. They’ve helped me when I run. Like these ones from Vibram. Newer models look better. Bunions are painful, unattractive, and make choosing shoes a nightmare. MORE
Located near the Great Barrier Reef in Port Douglas, Northern Queensland, Australia, the Living Corals Biobank is the world’s only dedicated coral conservation facility. If Noah would have had the challenge, this is what his living ark might look like to save the coral reefs. MORE
We did a house swap once with a family from Switzerland. We got their villa paradise on the sea in Costa Rica , they got our villa in Jaffa, Israel. We wanted to use the family unit below for my parents, and the swap family jested: “it’s tarantula mating season. MORE
Durrat artificial islands in Bahrain are fed desalinated water. There is no other way for the thirsty and growing Persian Gulf nations. Two dry Persian Gulf countries are amping up their desalination capacity : Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates. MORE
The kingdom announced the launch of ‘Let’s Make it Green’ – a plan to plant 10 million trees across the country by April, 2021. Cut one down and pay a heavy price. . Does the punishment fit the crime? MORE
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By now, it’s quite clear that the American Thanksgiving holiday of 2020 – which falls next Thursday – will be quite unlike Thanksgiving in most years. MORE
I am shocked to be writing this post already, and doubly shocked that I’ve seen six new species for Queens since I guessed what my next five Queens birds would be just eight months ago, back in March. It’s been a good year for birding in Queens! MORE
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This year has been bountiful in books about bird behavior (reference and otherwise) from the likes of David Allen Sibley , Helen Macdonald, Jennifer Ackerman , Wenfei Tong, and others. The latest is the encyclopedic and delightful Peterson Reference Guide to Bird Behavior , by John Kricher. MORE
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10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
For several years I lived and birded in the south of Africa , and still have my battered second edition (1997) of the Sasol Birds of Southern Africa, the most trusted local field guide.
Green (Living) Review
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
by Michael Smith (Veshengro) "Please, can we normalize clothing repair?!" visible mending piece on a pair khaki jeans.
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Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
The kingdom announced the launch of ‘Let’s Make it Green’ – a plan to plant 10 million trees across the country by April, 2021. Cut one down and pay a heavy price. . Does the punishment fit the crime?
Nature Conservancy - Science
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
The opportunities, and costs, of laying your eggs in another bird’s nest. The post How Cowbirds Raise Their Young, Without Raising Their Young appeared first on Cool Green Science. Birds & Birding Birds Conservation Science Weird Nature Wildlife
10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 14, 2020
This year has been bountiful in books about bird behavior (reference and otherwise) from the likes of David Allen Sibley , Helen Macdonald, Jennifer Ackerman , Wenfei Tong, and others. The latest is the encyclopedic and delightful Peterson Reference Guide to Bird Behavior , by John Kricher.
Green (Living) Review
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
by Michael Smith (Veshengro) It’s time to pack away the flip-flops and bring out the boots, scarves and gloves. Temperatures will soon be dropping, meaning gardens and outdoor areas will need to be adapted to the new conditions.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
We did a house swap once with a family from Switzerland. We got their villa paradise on the sea in Costa Rica , they got our villa in Jaffa, Israel. We wanted to use the family unit below for my parents, and the swap family jested: “it’s tarantula mating season.
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10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Those of us who were raised in the four-season north (here in Michoacán one could define, at the most, three seasons) tend to think of avian migration in terms of seasonal temperatures.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
Originally from China, persimmon trees have been grown for thousands of years for their delicious fruit and beautiful wood. In the Middle East’s November, the landscape changes from dry, brown summer to soft green.
Nature Conservancy - Science
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
Pythons in the house?! When a birdfeeder attracts more than just birds. The post There’s a Python Living in My Rain Gutter appeared first on Cool Green Science. Birds & Birding Wildlife Asia Pacific Birds Herps Urban Conservation
10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
I am shocked to be writing this post already, and doubly shocked that I’ve seen six new species for Queens since I guessed what my next five Queens birds would be just eight months ago, back in March. It’s been a good year for birding in Queens!
Eco Friendly Daily
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Thanksgiving can be a challenging holiday for Americans of Chinese descent or Chinese citizens temporarily living abroad. While they want to give thanks for their blessings and participate in American culture, many Chinese don’t necessarily enjoy the traditional Thanksgiving meal.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
Durrat artificial islands in Bahrain are fed desalinated water. There is no other way for the thirsty and growing Persian Gulf nations. Two dry Persian Gulf countries are amping up their desalination capacity : Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates.
10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
November doesn’t fit any of the conventional narratives of birding seasons. This month doesn’t really resemble the migratory months or the more staid and settled spans of summer and winter. Nonetheless, November can really cook when the birding conditions are just right.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Fitting birds with GPS backpacks on their legs reveals what we’ve long suspected: urban gulls know when & where to forage for human food.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
Located near the Great Barrier Reef in Port Douglas, Northern Queensland, Australia, the Living Corals Biobank is the world’s only dedicated coral conservation facility. If Noah would have had the challenge, this is what his living ark might look like to save the coral reefs.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Residential use of solar energy systems is catching on fast as more homeowners seek better energy sources to reduce the cost of energy bills if not do away with it altogether. In addition to its environmentally friendly benefits, solar energy is becoming a hit and a must-have for most people.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
One Particle at a Time: An Examination on How Air Filters Can Control Indoor Pollution. Good science is about using evidence, data, and hard facts to make assessments about our reality.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
People, including celebrities like to gamble. Some hold charity nights and donate all profits to a good cause, like climate change. Charity events that involve a game of chance and a few decks of cards are a good way to raise money for the environment, especially around Christmas time.
Green Prophet
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Barefoot shoes can help relieve pressure on toes squeezed into conventional shoes. They’ve helped me when I run. Like these ones from Vibram. Newer models look better. Bunions are painful, unattractive, and make choosing shoes a nightmare.
10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
Our daily walks to our two local parks with our neighbour’s dog are currently quite a dangerous affair. The Little Friarbirds are nesting and they are not happy as we approach the trees. With a dog you have to approach the trees for obvious reasons.
Eco Friendly Daily
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Perhaps the most exciting part of pregnancy is learning the gender of your bundle of joy. Many parents are eager to learn this information as quickly as possible in order to prepare a nursery or purchase gender-specific items such as clothing or toys.
10,000 Birds
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
By now, it’s quite clear that the American Thanksgiving holiday of 2020 – which falls next Thursday – will be quite unlike Thanksgiving in most years.
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