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Screamers: South American Waterfowl

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:25:31 +0000

The screamers are a small family of birds, the Anhimidae. The family is exceptional within the living birds in lacking uncinate processes of ribs. The three species occur only in South America, ranging from Venezuela to northern Argentina.

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Watercock – Gallicrex

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:25:21 +0000

Watercock – Gallicrex Rallidae The genus Gallicrex only contains one member – the Watercock (Gallicrex cinerea) – which is, as suggested by its name, a waterbird in the rail and crake family Rallidae. For more information and photos, please visit the Watercock bird species page. Please Note: The articles or images on …

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Photos of Madagascar Water / Wetland Birds

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:24:13 +0000

Below are photos of birds that are associated with bodies of water, such as seabirds, coastal birds / waders, wetland birds and birds found in or near lakes and rivers Map and Location of Madagascar Birds Associated with Bodies of Water / Wetlands: Species Index / Photos Listing of Bird Species Typically Associated with …

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Waterfowl Problems

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:22:35 +0000

Waterfowl Problems & What To Do The following text was adapted from (and added to) a US Fish and Wildlife Service pamphlet, “Homes for Birds“. What to do when Waterfowl becomes a problem Ducks, geese, swans and cranes can cause problems near rivers, ponds and lakes. They feed on crops, grass and other vegetation. …

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American Dippers aka Water Ouzels

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:17:53 +0000

The American Dippers (Cinclus mexicanus) – also known as a Water Ouzel – is found in the mountainous regions of Central America and western North America from Panama to Alaska. It is mostly resident (non-migratory), moving slightly south or to lower elevations if necessary to find food or unfrozen water. This species can even swim …

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Pied Water Tyrants

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:17:32 +0000

The Pied Water Tyrants, Fluvicola pica, is a small passerine bird in the tyrant flycatcher family. Pied Water Tyrants Distribution / Habitat It breeds in tropical South America from Panama and Trinidad south to Bolivia and Argentina. This species is found in marshy savannahs and the edges of mangrove swamps. Pied Water Tyrants Nesting / …

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Madagascar Water / Wetland Birds

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:17:20 +0000

Below is a listing of Madagascar Water birds that are associated with bodies of water, such as seabirds, coastal birds/waders, wetland birds and birds found in or near lakes and rivers Map and Location of Madagascar Birds Found In Forests / Grasslands / Cities: Species Index / Photos Birds mostly associated with bodies of water …

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Birds Associated with Bodies of Water or Wetlands in New Zealand

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:15:34 +0000

Birds Associated with Bodies of Water or Wetlands in New Zealand New Zealand Water Birds Information on birds found on New Zealand (listing of birds as well as a basic map) Below are images of birds found in New Zealand and surrounding islands. Please click on any of the photos to go to the species …

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White-breasted Waterhen

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:15:34 +0000

White-breasted Waterhen The White-breasted Waterhen (Amaurornis phoenicurus) is a waterbird in the rail and crake family Rallidae. Their breeding habitat is marshes across south Asia from India and Sri Lanka to south China and Indonesia. They nest in a dry location on the ground in marsh vegetation, laying 6-7 eggs. These large 32 cm long rails …

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Louisiana Waterthrushes

Gordon Ramel — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:14:58 +0000

Louisiana Waterthrushes The Louisiana Waterthrushes, Seiurus motacilla , is a New World warbler. Distribution / Range It breeds in eastern North America from southernmost Canada and south through the eastern USA, excluding Florida and the coast. It is migratory, wintering in Central America and the West Indies. This is a rare vagrant to the western …

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