10000birds

When you can’t stop talking about a book because you learn so much, you know you it’s a winner. For example, do you know the collective noun for a group of puffins? A raft! Out of five stars, I’d love to give Puffins! a ten. Author Maria Gianferrari’s lyrical writing and illustrator Maris Wicks’ vivid comics combine to make this nonfiction picture book impossible to put down....

What is your favorite bird species? I have many favourite species such as Kingfishers, Trogons, and Hornbills. But if I were to choose one of them, it has to be the Hornbills. Among the Hornbills, it has to be the Great Hornbill because of a relationship to a pair that I had studied across a period of over 30 years. What is your name, and where do you live? My name is Irshad…...

By Jess Costa A storyteller on the Wings & Whistles team who believes genuine connection and a slightly silly point of view can cut through the noise. With ten years in film production, Jess shapes stories that feel human, organic, and helps people feel a little less alone. New York tumbled into spring, with only a few wavering days bringing us back to winter. Just like t...

Highlights Uruguay is a remarkable crossroads of biodiversity. Within just 600 km from end to end, an exceptional range of habitats converges, including Atlantic Forest, Chaco woodlands, coastal lagoons, riverine systems, and influences from the Cerrado and Misiones rainforest. Over 500 bird species have been recorded to date, and the list continues to grow. Despite being nea...

Which bird species do you think is the biggest attraction to visitors of your lodge? Capercaillie. What is the name of your lodge, and since when has your lodge been operating? The Lazy Duck — we’ve been operating since 1999. How best to travel to your lodge? We’re all about slowing down, so travelling by public transport fits nicely with the experience.