by podblack on May 3, 2010
In Australia, this is the bird on the 10c coin. This is Chook, our male Superb Lyrebird at Adelaide Zoo. We’ve had a lot of construction going on lately and Chook has picked up many of the sounds. You can find out more information on Chook and download free Chook ringtones here. Oh, and this? [...]
by podblack on November 15, 2008
Welcome to the enchanting spectacle that is the Giant’s Shoulders #5 at Podblack Blog! Inspired by classic science papers, this star-studded show presents its magic for both your entertainment and education. So, roll up, roll up – and be dazzled by these conjurers of science blogging! 1800s – patenting of the Bird Cage Illusion by [...]
by podblack on March 4, 2008
A short break to boast about my time at the beach over the weekend – this is also for the unfortunate ScienceBlogger GrrScientist, who is currently recovering from a broken wing, alerts my friend Digital Cuttlefish. Get well soon! The birds that feature in my holiday include: The Australian Magpie (Gymnorhina tibicen) – having a [...]
by podblack on November 7, 2007
Although I question the concept of luck, I am more than willing to say that there is such a thing as a beautiful coincidence. I noticed the science blog on WordPress called Mon@rch’s Nature Blog has a lovely picture of a bird called the Osprey. It also contains a very detailed discussion of the dynamics [...]