A new cloaking method Aug 17, 2009
Cloaking things from visible light long has been a staple of science fiction, from invisible Romulan Bird of Prey warships in "Star Trek" to cloaking devices in books, games, films and shows like "Harry Potter," "Halo," "Predator," and "Stargate.". In recent years, scientists devised and tested various cloaking schemes. (EurekAlert!)
'Oldest' golden eagle found dead Aug 15, 2009
RSPB Scotland's Roger Broad, who ringed the eagle, said: "It's actually very nice to hear about a bird that's had such a long life, and to be told about it in a situation like this when there are absolutely no suspicious circumstances whatsoever. It's great to think that this bird lived out its days in relative peace, and still almost in sight of the nest it hatched out of on Mull all those years ago Dave SextonRSPB Scotland "By the time we got to the eagle, it was too far gone to do a... (BBC News -- UK)
Sea eagle chicks take to the sky Aug 13, 2009
A giant bird of prey hunted to extinction in Britain by the Victorians is being reintroduced to the east of Scotland. A group of 14 sea eagle chicks from Norway, which has been reared in custom-built aviaries in Fife, has been released at the Tay estuary. (BBC News -- Science)
Here come the Govs Jul 24, 2009
He brought a bird of prey back to life with mouth-to-beak resuscitation. Now, he didn't just see some bird lying dead and start CPR, so don't try this at home, especially with any road kill. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Mouth-to-beak resuscitation Jul 23, 2009
ESPN Outdoors But I Digress blog: Mike Suchan - ESPN. Updated: July 22, 2009, 1:56 AM ET. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Mouth-To-BeakOsprey revived Jul 22, 2009
He brought a bird of prey back to life with mouth-to-beak resuscitation. BLOG. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Jogger injured in buzzard attack Jul 18, 2009
Page last updated at 20:44 GMT, Friday, 17 July 2009 21:44 UK. Stuart Urquhart was given a tetanus injection following the buzzard attack. (BBC News -- UK)
* Research reveals habits of rare raptors Jul 11, 2009
BIRD OF PREY: Little was known about the migratory pattern of the endangered gray-faced buzzard until the release of a study by a group of Taiwanese researchers STAFF WRITER, WITH CNA Saturday, Jul 11, 2009, Page 4 ... After eight months of research, Taiwanese raptor experts recently completed tracing the migration pattern of the endangered gray-faced buzzard, an Asian bird of prey, the Forestry Bureau said on Thursday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Wings Over Boerne soars again (7) Jul 5, 2009
Hosted by the Boerne Convention and Visitors Bureau and Last Chance Forever, The Bird of Prey Conservancy, Wings will feature demonstrations beginning at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. at the Visitors Center in the historic Kingsbury House, 1407 S. Main, next to the Wal-Mart. Last Chance Forever has choreographed a special birds of prey flying demonstration on the lawn of the Visitors Center. (Boerne Star, TX)
Mom & Pop: there are over 8,000 species of birds in world Jun 30, 2009
Our national bird, the Bald Eagle, is the largest bird of prey in Mass. After an 80-year absence and a 6-year restoration program by MDFW launched in 1989, 28 territorial pairs from all across the state are active and documented. (Weymouth News, MA)
Hatching is for the birds at The Living Desert Jun 18, 2009
According to Liz Hile, animal curator, the Cinereous, Eurasian Black or Monk Vulture is perhaps the largest bird of prey in the world and is considered one of the world s heaviest flying birds. That particular vulture has declined over most of its range in the last 200 years due to poisoning, higher hygiene standards, which reduces the amount of available carrion, and the use of antibiotics in livestock, said Hile. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Infotainment Jun 16, 2009
Bramble found a new mum in Sophie the spaniel when she went to live at a bird of prey rescue centre, reports The Sun. The unlikely pair have become inseparable and Sophie even gives Bramble a daily wash by licking her. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
* Bird strike caused by crested serpent eagle, report says Jun 1, 2009
A bird strike at the Taoyuan airport caused by such a large bird of prey is a rare occurrence, as previous incidents involved only small birds, the report said. The CAL jetliner involved in the strike was taxiing on the runway at the time and did not suffer serious damage, it said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
The Jenzabar Foundation Announces 2009 Student Leadership Award Winners May 28, 2009
University of Dubuque's Web of Life Student Environmental Organization has impacted student involvement in environmental awareness and education programming within the Dubuque community, from the group's ongoing participation in a highway clean-up program to their effort to restore Osprey, a fish eating bird of prey, back into eastern Iowa. University of Saint Francis, Fort Wayne, Indiana - One Block ata Time: One Block at a Time, in cooperation with the Haitian Health Foundation, is an... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Ospreys thrive May 23, 2009
Drive along any waterfront location in Florida and you're likely to see a powerful bird of prey looking for dinner. Its dark body, white head and 6-foot wingspan may suggest bald eagle, but more often than not it's an osprey. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Florida)
Boerne Adventure Fest shows off Joshua Springs Park, Preserve (1) May 16, 2009
Demonstrations will include Birds of Prey with Last Chance Forever Bird of Prey Conservancy, and live snakes, lizards and unusual critters brought by South Texas Herpetology. Activities for kids include Miracles of Motion by Mad Science, the worlds leading science enrichment providers, with hands-on science experiences. (Boerne Star, TX)
No Cure For Ugly May 9, 2009
Even a certain wayward bird of prey wouldn t be a bad sight, right about now (unless said bird of prey caught sight of Anderson Varejao s hair, then things could get downright interesting). Okay, I m kidding about that (you PETA folks can back off), but with this many Hawks damaged, is it bad to wonder if ol Spirit would be good for a fast break lob or two. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Are you ready for some Mini-Camp football? May 9, 2009
I don t want to go in there dressed like a giant bird of prey and find out everybody s in the same outfit, or worse that there are no giant bird of prey outfit allowed. And what about the parking. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jackman: Action Figures Like Voodoo Dolls May 7, 2009
Mattel is also getting into the act with a series of "Star Trek" items, including remote control Enterprise and Romulan Bird of Prey ships from the original series, a Hot Wheels versions of the Enterprise and other ships, and movie dolls of Barbie as Uhura (Saldana), Ken as Spock (Quinto) and Ken as Kirk (Pine). Terminator Salvation' The Terminator is back -- without Arnold Schwarzenegger -- with a fourth "Terminator" movie, and there's a host of toys to come with it. (KIRO TV, WA)
* World News Quick Take Apr 20, 2009
The 69-year-old woman was walking with her family when the bird of prey robbed her bag, landed nearby and started rummaging through it for food. She got the shock of her life, Kundl police officer Lambert Autengruber said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
At state DNR springhearings, opinions count Apr 16, 2009
"Tragen cited the possibility that hunters would mistakenly shoot American kestrels, a small bird of prey which she said often roost near doves.Gene Bauer of Racine thought the season was a good idea."The dove was made a symbol of peace to honor Vietnam veterans," he said. "I'm a Vietnam vet. I'd like to hunt doves. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Heavy stormspack wallop Apr 15, 2009
Neighbors said they watched daily as the ospreys -- a protected bird of prey -- brought fish to feed the baby birds in the tree. At least one chick was seen trapped dead amid debris in the pool. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
CSI is raining turtles and skydivers Apr 10, 2009
Turns out a bird of prey dropped a turtle on his bald head, thinking it was a boulder ... Not quite Gil and Catherine, but getting there: After all the revelations, Catherine asks Ray what are the odds of a bird of prey dropping a turtle and killing someone. (MSNBC -- News)
Cleveland Cavaliers time is now, Detroit Pistons' is past, The Plain Dealer's Bill Livingston writes Apr 1, 2009
James goes to the basket like a bird of prey goes to dinner, swooping and slamming down. In the fourth quarter, he either scored or assisted on the first 15 of the Cavs' 17 points. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Italy takes team event at World Cup finals Mar 16, 2009
"Beaver Creek is my moment of the season for sure,'' recalled Svindal, who won a downhill and a super-G on the Bird of Prey course in December. "That's when I showed everyone that I could be faster than the rest of the guys. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Mementoes of the dead Mar 14, 2009
My six-year-old grandchild sleeps on a narrow bed beneath the outspread wings of a giant bird of prey. A 10-year-old boy made that bird. (Globe and Mail)
Boxford elementary students captivated by birds of prey Mar 12, 2009
The students reacted much differently to the sight of the owl, letting out a chorus of awwws as the owl looked more like a 5-ounce ball of fluff, than a bird of prey. That s my favorite part of the program, Parks said, referring to the student reaction to the owl s cuteness factor. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Animal-inspired collections roam Paris catwalks... Mar 10, 2009
Peacocks glinting with Swarovski crystals emblazoned a tunic, a moose-head made from what appeared to be superimposed wooden planks emerged from the belly of a dress, while a nearly life-seized bird of prey entirely covered in crystals perched on the shoulder of another dress. The knobby fabric of a cocktail number mimicked a lizard's spiny skin, though the eyes that gleamed out from the bust of the garment were something entirely more menacing. (The Drudge Report)
Project will track area golden eagles Mar 10, 2009
They searched intently for a different bird of prey being found in increasing numbers throughout the area golden eagles. More than 100 volunteers identified 70 different eagles during the fifth annual Wintering Golden Eagle Survey of the Bluffs and Coulee Region of the Upper Mississippi River Watershed in January. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Conservatism isn't dead yet, but its world is under siege Mar 3, 2009
Conservatism isn't dead but, with the public sector swooping in like a bird of prey, it is in the grip of a crisis it has seldom seen. Canadian Conservatives don't deserve to be tagged with the miscarriages of the Bush administration. (Globe and Mail)
Click and Clack Talk Cars (1) Feb 28, 2009
RAY: Of course, in order to prevent this from happening again, he ll want to sell you the specially made Subaru Bird of Prey to eat any future little line blockers. Stop the madness. (Helena Independent Record)
Faster Than a Speeding Budget Feb 27, 2009
For the budget, the deep question is: Do I save the needy families now (with immediate tax breaks), or do I rescue the entire village from the bird of prey around the corner (with wider-ranging reforms to health care, education, the carbon-based economy, and Social Security). This budget promises both to Gothamites. (Slate)
Raptors land at school Feb 26, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- With talons as long as a lion's claws, the 12-pound bird of prey gripped her perch to steady herself as she surveyed her surroundings. Once aware of her situation, the raptor began to tremble nervously as she found herself standing in front of a group of children at the Lillian Vallely Elementary School in Blackfoot. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Lamb attacks eagle in rare animal confrontation Feb 18, 2009
The lamb reacted with unusual ferocity after spotting the bird of prey chasing rabbits at Baile Ailean on the Isle of Lewis. The incident was one of a number highlighted in the 10th Outer Hebrides Bird Report. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Trappers have had it their way for too longFriday, Feb. 6, 2009 Feb 13, 2009
They teach young and new trappers about proper pan tension to avoid non-target catches such as bird of prey like eagles, I do apologize for your ignorance on trapping and its history. I wish all you hippy treehuggers would just leave us alone, and go back to california. (Missoulian, MT)
Birds of prey experts visit Feb 11, 2009
Nixon, a bird of prey specialist with the World Center for Birds of Prey headquarters in Boise, showed the public her aplomado falcon Tuesday evening at the Idaho Museum of Natural History. Stella represents one species from the Birds of Prey center, which is also part of The Peregrine Fund, a nonprofit organization that sends experts around the world to educate groups on predatory birds. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Vitamin D May Cut Multiple Sclerosis Risk Feb 7, 2009
It's named after a bird of prey. But a modern, mechanical "raptor" has its sights set on helping folks with limited mobility. (WebMD)
