Birdwatching Term – Frontal Shield

Birdwatching Term – Frontal Shield

Frontal Shield He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler. (Psalm 91:4 KJV) The Coot article mentioned the shield. “Coots have prominent frontal shields or other decoration on the forehead…” What is a “frontal shield”? The place above the upper beak (upper mandible) … Continue reading

The Burgess Bird Book For Children – Introduction

The Burgess Bird Book For Children – Introduction

The Burgess Bird Book For Children By Thornton W. Burgess TO THE CHILDREN AND THE BIRDS OF AMERICA THAT THE BONDS OF LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN THEM MAY BE STRENGTHENED THIS BOOK IS DEDICATED PREFACE This book was written to supply a definite need. Its preparation was undertaken at the urgent request of booksellers and others who have felt … Continue reading

Being and Doing as God Enables – by A. W. Tozer

Being and Doing as God Enables – by A. W. Tozer

Being and Doing as God Enables – By A.W. Tozer   (Guest Writer from the Past) Surely in vain the net is spread in the sight of any bird. (Proverbs 1:17 KJV) Failing to get ready in time for eternity, and failing to get ready now for the great then that lies out yonder, is a trap in … Continue reading

Bible Birds – Peacocks I

Bible Birds – Peacocks I

Now Peacocks II For the king had at sea a navy of Tharshish with the navy of Hiram: once in three years came the navy of Tharshish, bringing gold, and silver, ivory, and apes, and peacocks. (1 Kings 10:22 KJV) For the king’s ships went to Tarshish with the servants of Huram: every three years … Continue reading