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  1. KFC

    Large white-headed gull, Northern Sri Lanka

    Hi I was in Sri Lanka over Christmas. Saw a large flock of gulls, most of which were Pallas' (about 3700 birds) with some that I assumed were Heuglin's (70) plus Brown-headed (500) and some Caspian Terns (100). To help me better estimate the numbers of each species, I photographed the flock in...
  2. KFC

    RFI wader/shorebird sites near Jaffna

    At the end of December I am taking a tour of Sri Lanka. I have visited before and seen a lot of the sites for birds covered in standard tours. This time I will have two-three days in the north where I want to explore coastal areas to locate waders. Birders are only just starting to explore this...
  3. KFC

    Passerine, Livingstone, Zambia

    Any ideas on this one? I have my thoughts but just wondered... Ken
  4. KFC

    Owls of the World - A photographic guide. Comments?

    I've not seen any reviews / comments on this book yet. Interested to know people's thoughts now that many will have picked up a copy at Rutland Bird Fair. My initial thoughts are that it is a great book but that some of the species splits seem a little tenuous and at times confusing/lacking...
  5. KFC

    Nestling on pavement, London.

    Any help to identify this, much appreciated. Was sent the picture to identify by my niece... and I've let her down. My thoughts were bullfinch but think I'm missing something more obvious. Ken
  6. KFC

    San Francisco stake-outs RFI

    Hi there Spending a few days in San Francisco with my non-birding partner 7th-13th April - my first trip to the West Coast and only my second US visit. I have found lots of good info online on general birding in and around the city and will certainly be spending as much time as I can in Golden...
  7. KFC

    Crossbill, Suffolk

    Anyone else think this looks like a parrot xbill? Somewhat difficult pose. Not my shot - just found it online. http://www.birdguides.com/iris/pictures.asp?f=328025 Ken
  8. KFC

    Slovakian Bears

    Not sure if this project has been mentioned before on here, but it looks really interesting. Tracking bears to try to understand their interactions with people and how to avoid conflict. Thought people on here might be interested... http://stunningslovakia.com/projectbear.html#news18 Ken
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  9. KFC

    Slender-billed or BHG? Catania, Sicily

    I think I know the answer and am actually quite embarassed asking as I've identified loads of Slender-B gulls on holiday before... I think the habitat has thrown me (a roof top) and perhaps the posture (it didn't look too well). What do you think? Pics are cropped but no other jiggery-pokery. Ken
  10. KFC

    Oak trees still in leaf - December

    All over Dorset, UK, I can't help noticing oak trees (not evergreen/holm) still in almost full leaf. The leaves are for the most part brown but still some yellow-green ones. Any ideas why they haven't fallen? Is it linked to the early cold snap or perhaps disease? Does it mean there is still sap...
  11. KFC

    Cornish Turtle Dove

    Private garden, Goonhavern. 3rd-4th Dec at least. Anyone know if it was checked out for Oriental? Any pics or info? K
  12. KFC

    Long-billed dowitcher, Dorset, UK

    Just seen these photos by Andy Jordan on Surfbirds of the Dorset/Devon long-billed dowitcher currently at Lodmoor... http://www.surfbirds.com/cgi-bin/gallery/display.cgi?gallery=gallery9 The bird is definitely a long-billed dowitcher... I've heard it call with a 'kip' or 'keep' call. I was...
  13. KFC

    Whales found dead on Donegal beach

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-11705622
  14. KFC

    Large spectacular American Hemiptera

    Any ideas on this beauty. Taken by a friend in the USA... not sure where exactly. Ken
  15. KFC

    African weaver (probably) UK garden (Dorset)

    Think this is a weaver photographed in a Dorset garden. Any ideas which sp?
  16. KFC

    Just for fun - how many rails have you seen?

    Was mentioned on another thread... trying for a full set of rails must be an absolute b***er! How close have people got? (Good idea Jane!) So here goes... not because I've seen a lot (I haven't) but just because we have to start somewhere... going to count them up now and post - unless you beat...
  17. KFC

    Winter Buteo, Florida, USA.

    Hi A friend has forwarded me this photo of a Buteo taken last week (Feb) in Florida . We have an idea what we think it is... but I don't want to influence your verdict. Any help gratefully received. Ken
  18. KFC

    Best guide for China

    I know this one's been asked before... but mine is a rather specific request... I will be undertaking a standard backpacker's route, flying into Beijing before moving on to Xi'an and then to Shanghai. I will do some guided birding around Shanghai but otherwise will be birding along the route on...
  19. KFC

    Summer Plumaged Spoon-billed Sandpiper, please.

    I'd really like to see one of these - and I'm afraid that time is running out. What do you think is the best/easiest way to get to grips with one? To make matters worse, I'm a teacher and so can only travel during UK school holidays! Any suggestions? Ken
  20. KFC

    Which book for Cuba?

    Been chatting about this elsewhere. Basically - the Birds of Cuba is the obvious first choice... but is rather underwhelming in some respects. An alternative is Birds of the West Indies. Pros and cons for both... I am appending my thoughts and some photos. Any comments? Points to consider in...
  21. KFC

    Outspan d-c sunbird species

    In the Bird ID Q&A Forum, I have posted an query re the species of double-collared sunbird to be found at the Outspan Hotel, Nyeri (Aberdares). Thought watchers of this forum might be able to help so there is a link to the thread below: http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=149812 Many...
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    • Forum: Kenya
  22. KFC

    Kenya, Outspan Hotel - Double-collared Sunbird

    Don't have a photo, I'm afraid. Does anyone know which species is most likely - northern or eastern d-c sunbird at Outspan? Thought I sorted it at the site but see that different trip reports report either species - now having doubts. Perhaps both occur (please no!). Any thoughts welcome...
  23. KFC

    Neotropic or double Crested?

    Just been sent this pic from a friend travelling somewhere in the Bahamas, not sure which island. Instant thought: I was sure it was Double Crested Cormorant on jizz if nothing else. Have now looked in Nelson, Pelicans, Cormorants and their Relatives and the gular shape seems to match neotropic...
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