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#571 26-03-2011 11:36:28

Jay
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

Still fairly quiet in the garden as the season changes wink

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5144/5560825874_7570095150_z.jpg
WSBC0008-Southern Double-collared Sunbird by jackie.during, on Flickr

Check the poor Double-collared Sunbird trying to catch a drink LOL!
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"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#572 29-03-2011 17:57:44

Jay
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

I know, nothing exciting, but I couldn't resist; the sun broke out for a while this afternoon and the little regulars couldn't resist either, taking such enthusiastic baths LOL wink

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WSBC0098-Cape Robin-chat by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0112-Cape White-eye by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0064-Cape Sparrow female by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0051-Cape Sparrow male by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0023-House Sparrows by jackie.during, on Flickr

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How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#573 07-04-2011 19:56:32

Jay
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Location:  : West Coast, South Africa
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

Due to the "iffy" weather of late, there hasn't been too much bird activity, but this afternoon was just gorgeous and the birds all took to the water wink

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5069/5598573796_a8e337a76f_z.jpg
WSBC0044-Cape White-eye by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0315-Speckled Pigeon by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0269-Southern Double-collared Sunbird and Cape White-eye by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0243-Malachite Sunbird by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0157-Cape Weaver by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0137-Cape Weaver by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0094-Southern Double-collared Sunbird and Cape Sparrow (both females) by jackie.during, on Flickr

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WSBC0034-Yellow Canary-female by jackie.during, on Flickr

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How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#574 13-04-2011 20:43:00

Jay
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Location:  : West Coast, South Africa
Registered: 03-05-2008
Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

Things still a little quiet, although literally the birds are  making a racket today, due to the changing weather...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5183/5617110398_d430709928_z.jpg
WSBC0096-Cape White-eye by jackie.during, on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5070/5617133482_2903a4b21e_z.jpg
WSBC0094-Southern Masked Weaver by jackie.during, on Flickr

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Mbotyi River Lodge


How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#575 19-04-2011 17:57:10

Jay
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Location:  : West Coast, South Africa
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

It was a very busy day at the feeder stand today, and all kinds of creatures joined in, including the ants and flies and bees LOL!
CLICK ON THE PHOTO TO WATCH THE VIDEO!
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WSBC0156 by jackie.during, on Flickr[/url]

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WSBC0212-Cape Sunbird and Cape Sparrow by jackie.during, on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5187/5635086120_1e861e920d_z.jpg
WSBC0262 by jackie.during, on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5181/5634509611_673db1ec2b_z.jpg
WSBC0336 by jackie.during, on Flickr
There is even a lizard sunning itself in this shot, see if you can find it!


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WSBC0268 by jackie.during, on Flickr

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How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#576 19-04-2011 18:17:15

Muis
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Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

Great captures Jay! - the lizzard sneaking around in the bush is classic - wondered where he had been lately lol

 

#577 28-04-2011 20:54:55

Jay
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

It was very busy at the feeder today, the amount of Southern Double-collared Sunbird visiting the sugar water feeder is just unbelievable!
FOR VIDEO FOOTAGE PLEASE CLICK ON THE PHOTO
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FOR VIDEO FOOTAGE PLEASE CLICK ON THE PHOTO
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WSBC0070-Cape White-eye

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WSBC0104-Southern Double-collared Sunbird and Cape Weaver by jackie.during, on Flickr

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Mbotyi River Lodge


How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#578 03-05-2011 19:32:56

Jay
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Location:  : West Coast, South Africa
Registered: 03-05-2008
Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

The rain moved off this afternoon and the birds arrived in numbers, noisy and hungry!

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5108/5683925065_89d4d18e28_z.jpg
WSBC0036-Malachite Sunbird by jackie.during, on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5021/5684485302_5ceca89f17_z.jpg
WSBC0078-Cape Weaver and Southern Double-collared Sunbird by jackie.during, on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5183/5683916107_c7122b2e65_z.jpg
WSBC0068-Malachite and Southern Double Collared Sunbird and Cape Weaver by jackie.during, on Flickr



This BirdCam was kindly sponsored by                               
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The Bandwidth is kindly sponsored by Mbotyi River Lodge
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2764/4342828017_10f977390c_m.jpg
Mbotyi River Lodge


How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#579 09-05-2011 11:45:41

Jay
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

..okay the Birdcam is going on "safari", will be setting it up in a wildlife estate in Hoedspruit for a week or so come Wednesday wink


How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#580 09-05-2011 11:58:47

Boskat
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Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

Ah, cool, Jay! That should be fun!


"Do not invoke conspiracy as explanation when ignorance and incompetence will suffice, as conspiracy implies intelligence."

Latest lifers:Collared Flycatcher, Penant-winged Nightjar, Arnot's Chat.
 

#581 09-05-2011 14:12:56

Jay
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

yeah...if the monkeys or hyenas dont steal the cam yikeslol


How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#582 21-05-2011 12:15:57

Jay
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Location:  : West Coast, South Africa
Registered: 03-05-2008
Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

I got some lovely footage up in Hoedspruit, will post it up over the next few days...


How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#583 21-05-2011 13:14:41

Muis
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Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

Eish, that is teasing deluxe! yikeslol

 

#584 21-05-2011 13:15:52

Jay
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Location:  : West Coast, South Africa
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Favourite Bird: African Fish Eagle

Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

good things come to those who wait...patiently tongue


How to resize your photos
"Better Photography is a journey, not a destination." George D. Lepp
http://birdearth.wordpress.com/2012/03/ … -the-lens/

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. Mahatma Gandhi
     
Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect.Remain close to the Great Spirit 
      Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind 
      Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right 
      Look after the well-being of Mind and Body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good 
      Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.
                                            American  Indian Ten Commandments
 

#585 21-05-2011 13:27:58

Muis
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Re: Latest from the Birdcam...

Jaaa Boet......Christmas is also coming... tonguelol

 


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