Tag: Nature
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Bird in Focus: Ridgway’s Hawk
Why the Ridgway’s Hawk The Ridgway’s Hawk is a critically endangered bird of prey found only on the island of Hispaniola. This bird holds a special place in my heart as I have been working on The Peregrine Fund’s conservation project for this species since 2011. These birds are fun to watch and exhibit some…
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In Search of Asia’s Wild Cats
Have you ever dreamed of seeing a tiger walking through the shaded patches of a forest? Perhaps you dream of seeing a Snow Leopard traversing the slopes of the Himalayas? Or maybe you long to see one of our planet’s many other incredible wild cats in their native habitat? If so, a trip to Asia…
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Trekking Lake Waikaremoana – A New Zealand Great Walk
Trekking Lake Waikaremoana – A New Zealand Great Walk; the view from Panekire Hut I have always loved to walk. Even as a young girl, walking the hills around the neighborhood where I grew up somehow made me feel better. It was a sort of meditation before I knew what meditation was. Walking in nature…
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Notes from Tasmania: Scouting Trip
New Zealand and Australia are relatively new destinations for Whitehawk. In November 2024 we finished up our first nearly 3-week tour that included stops in both of these amazing countries. While I was there, I wanted to do some scouting of other areas in the region to best offer our clients the best birding and…
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Top 10 Ways to Stay Connected with Nature while Remaining Indoors
At times, it might be difficult for us to find the time or the resources to stay connected with nature or to get outdoors. Maybe you are working long hours, facing inclement weather, healing from an illness, caring for a loved one, or due to recent events with COVID-19, forced inside for your safety and…
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Fascinating Owls and our Central American Top 10
It is true that owls are one of the most eye-catching and unique birds around. In all our work doing environmental education in different countries and with different cultures around the world, it is clear that some animals just get a bad rap. Sadly, some of the most vilified animals are the owls. Many cultures…
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Most Amazing Birds: Bird World Records
Birds are some of nature’s most marvelous creatures. They are the only animals that sport feathers. These, along with having hollow bones and other special skeletal features, give them the ability to fly. Feathers also have many other important uses, such as thermoregulation and elaborate displays. Birds are, essentially, living dinosaurs. It’s no surprise that…
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Size of Harpy Eagle and Natural History of a Top Predator in the Rainforest
The Harpy Eagle (Harpia harpyja) is considered to be the most powerful eagle in the world. Its thick tarsi (legs), strong toes, and sharp talons make this species a formidable predator. Historically found in rainforest habitats from southern Mexico to northern Argentina, the Harpy Eagle feeds on a number of different prey items. It prefers…
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Amazing Birds: Fun Owl Facts
Owls are fascinating birds. They tuck themselves away during the day and emerge at night to hunt in the darkness. We do not often see them due to their nocturnal lifestyle, but every sighting of an owl becomes a memory not soon forgotten. We often think of owls as mysterious creatures, but the truth is,…