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Considering I didn't get the teaching job that I had wanted and had been subbing in for two weeks, this was a comfort to see in my mailbox. :)
Order of the Engineer ceremony. An engineering graduate receives her ring from Chemical Engineering and Materials Science Chair, Guangzhao Mao.
[order] Accipitriformes | [family] Accipitridae | [latin] Aquila adalberti | [UK] Spanish Imperial Eagle | [FR] Aigle iberique | [DE] | [ES] Aguila imperial iberica | [NL] Spaanse Keizerarend
spanwidth min.: 190 cm
spanwidth max.: 210 cm
size min.: 72 cm
size max.: 83 cm
Breeding
incubation min.: 42 days
incubation max.: 44 days
fledging min.: 65 days
fledging max.: 44 days
broods 1
eggs min.: 2
eggs max.: 3
Physical characteristics
Large, dark eagle. Generally dark brownish-black with prominent white -shoulders- on forewing and scapulars. Pale golden-cream nape and pale grey basal area on uppertail. Juvenile red-brown fading to pale buff with dark flight feathers and white fringes to coverts. In soaring and gliding flight wings held flat. Similar spp. Adult Golden Eagle A. chrysaetos lacks white -shoulders- and is less dark overall. Immature has large white wing flashes and white base to tail. Wings held in a flattened -V- shape. Voice Repeated barking owk.
Habitat
Spanish Imperial Eagles are found in three types of landscape: alluvial plains and dunes in the Guadalquivir marshes, plains and hills in central Spain and high mountain slopes in the Sistema Central. Except for four pairs that have used electricity pylons, nesting is in trees, with up to 16 tree species known to have been used, most frequently cork oak Quercus suber and stone pine Pinus pinea. The average distance between nests of different pairs is 6.5 km and the average density is one pair per 52 km2. The highest density is in Donana and the lowest in the Tajo valley- breeding density in protected areas is four times greater than in unprotected areas.
The abundance and distribution of rabbits are two of the main factors influencing population density, range and reproductive performance, while a low incidence or absence of irrigated farmland is the best predictor of the eagles presence. Nests tend to be located in zones with abrupt relief, far from roads, tracks, towns and powerlines and where access is difficult. However, newly settled and subadult pairs show greater tolerance of human presence. The Spanish Imperial Eagle prefers areas with a Mediterranean climate, relatively hot, dry summers and warm, rainy winters. The breeding territories are regularly dispersed which indicates that neither food resources nor nest-sites are limiting.
Other details
Breeding birds are found only in Spain, circa 150 pairs. The range includes the Sierras of Guadarrama and Gredos, the plains of the Tajo and Tietar rivers, the central hills of Extremadura, Montes de Toledo, Alcudia valley, Sierra Morena and the Guadalquivir marshes (Doñana). In addition there are occasional nesting reports from Salamanca and Malaga.
During the last century the range was considerably reduced. In Morocco it has disappeared as a breeding species, although one pair was found recently (1992) and juveniles are regularly reported, some of them ringed as chicks in Doñana National Park. In Portugal it is now very rare, with occasional observations, but no breeding has been recorded in recent years.
In Spain it was a relatively common raptor at the beginning of this century, with a range extending over most of the country where habitat was available (except the Cantabrian mountains and the Pyrenees). The population has declined drastically over the last 80 years, birds having disappeared from central and southern Portugal, northern and eastern Spain and the Penibetic Sierras. It was close to extinction in the 1960s when only 30 pairs were found. Recovery started in the early 1980s at a rate of five new breeding pairs per year up to 1994. The breeding population is monitored annually in the main protected areas which include Thirty-three percent of the breeding territories. The main breeding populations are in Monfrague Natural Park (Caceres), Doñana National Park (Huelva) and -Monte del Pardo- (Madrid). The estimated population size has increased annually in Spain since 2000, and the species has recently recolonised Portugal (two pairs). Some of these increases can be attributed to more thorough searches within its range (notably in Andalucia), which is currently split into three subpopulations with relatively little interchange
Feeding
Rabbits generally make up half the prey items and in some cases as many as 70%. Other prey worth mentioning are hares Lepus, pigeons, partridges, Corvidae, reptiles and ungulate carrion of both domestic and wild species. In Donana the most important prey items, apart from rabbits, are aquatic birds (wildfowl, coots Fulica, herons, egrets and waders).
Conservation
This species qualifies as Vulnerable because it has a very small population, which is dependent on ongoing intensive management measures to mitigate the impact of threats such as poisoning, electrocution and insufficient food availability. [conservation status from birdlife.org]
Breeding
The Spanish Imperial Eagle nests in trees, normally pine Pinus or oak Quercus. Most clutches are laid between 21 February and 20 March, the earliest date recorded being 15 February and the latest 28 April. The average clutch is 2.47, two eggs being most common. Hatching success is 71.7%, with 1.36 chicks fledging per occupied nest and 1.7 fledging per successful nest. Of the total number of birds that attempt to breed, 80% breed successfully. Numbers of rabbits Oryctolagus cuniculus and the age of the paired birds are the factors that most affect breeding success. Success is greater in areas with more rabbits, and in adult pairs compared with subadults. The degree of human activity and influence in the nesting territories and the associated disturbance may, in some way, affect breeding performance. A decrease in breeding success has been noted with increasing proximity to roads and people.
Cainism (aggression between siblings) is common in Spanish Imperial Eagles and frequently leads to the death of the youngest chick. The young fledge at 65-78 days old and remain 3-6 weeks in a small area near the nest, dependent on their parents to provide food. Parental negligence and aggression determine the move to independence and the start of juvenile dispersal. Once independent, the juveniles leave the area in which they were reared and make ever-greater dispersal movements.
Migration
Adults sedentary. Young birds, when they become independent, leave natal areas, dispersing in all directions and travelling up to 350 km, especially to NW Africa. During dispersal the young tend to concentrate in a few specific localities with an extraordinary abundance of rabbits, moving between the various sites. These focal areas, which are very important for the survival of the species, are located in the south-west of Madrid, the Tietar valley (Toledo), south-east of La Mancha (Ciudad Real), south-west of Badajoz, the Guadalquivir marshes (Huelva) and El Andevalo and Medina-La Janda plains (Cadiz).
2days ago,I had a lunch in the cafe with my friends.
A dog can stay with owner in here, too.
I went to there with Ku- and Nonta.
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Accipiter nisus
Spioróg
[order] Falconiformes | [family] Accipitridae | [latin] Accipiter nisus | [UK] Sparrowhawk | [FR] Epervier d'Europe | [DE] Sperber | [ES] Gavilán Vulgar | [IT] Sparviero eurasiatico | [NL] Sperwer
spanwidth min.: 58 cm
spanwidth max.: 80 cm
size min.: 29 cm
size max.: 41 cm
Breeding
incubation min.: 33 days
incubation max.: 35 days
fledging min.: 24 days
fledging max.: 30 days
broods 1
eggs min.: 4
eggs max.: 6
Status: Common resident, with occasional winter visitors from Continental Europe.
Conservation Concern: Green-listed in Ireland. The European population has been evaluated as Secure.
Identification: A small bird of prey (raptor) with broad wings with blunt wing tips and a long tail. Small hooked bill suitable for eating meat. Tail is banded in all plumages with four or five bands. The sexes are different in size, the female is larger than the male. Sparrowhawks have barred underparts in all plumages, with the barring extending across the underwings, breast, belly and flanks. Males are bluish-grey above and often have orangey-brown barring on the breast, belly and underwing coverts; the rest of the barring is brown. Females are grey above with brown-grey barring on the underparts. Juvenile birds are dark brown on the upperparts with finely marked feathers; the underparts are coarsely and irregularly barred.
Similar Species: Goshawk, Kestrel
Call: The main call a rapid high pitched chattering, which is usually only heard in the breeding season.
Diet: Usually small birds which are taken when perched or in flight, sometimes after a long chase. Attacks with one or both feet, will pursue prey on foot. Sparrowhawks often utilize hedge rows or other cover, flying low on one side and then crossing over to other side to surprise its prey. Is a master of flying in woodland where it can fly through small gaps in branches pursuit of its prey, displaying great agility. Will use woodland edges, rides as well as any cover, especially cover that adjoins woodland. Will even pursue prey birds on foot over the ground.
Breeding: Probably the most common bird of prey in Ireland. Widespread in woodland, farmland with woods, larger parks and gardens. Nests in trees. Breeds throughout Ireland but is scarce in the west, where tree cover is low. Formally bird of woodland, it is now also found extensively in wooded farmland and will venture into urban gardens, where small birds attracted to bird feeders are taken, much to some peoples distress.
Wintering: Resident in Ireland. Can be seen throughout the country, although numbers will be low in the some parts of the west. Resident birds will be joined by wintering birds from Britain and Europe.
Where to See: Many people see these birds in their gardens, where they will be hunting on small birds. Can be difficult to spot in the countryside but will often give good views, when flying over head, where it may on 'prospecting' flights.
Physical characteristics
The Sparrowhawk is about the same size as a Kestrel and has a similarly long tail but its wings have rounded not pointed tips and are shorter as if not fully extended. Whether soaring or gliding, Sparrowhawks have a characteristic flap-flap-glide action
Habitat
Breeds and winters in woodland, particularly coniferous, and also occurs in winter in farmland and even gardens
Other details
Accipiter nisus is a widespread breeder across most of Europe, which accounts for less than half of its global breeding range. Its European breeding population is large (>340,000 pairs), and underwent a large increase between 1970-1990. Although there were declines in a few countries during 1990-2000, populations were stable or increasing across most of Europe-including the key one in Russia-and the species increased slightly overall.
There are 32 000 breeding pairs in Britain with a further 11 000 in Ireland. Including non-breeders, by the end of summer the resident population will probably be around 170 000 birds. 150,000-170,000 breeding pairs widespread throughout most of Europe. The UK is a stronghold with about 34000 pairs. Russian population 140000-180000 Turkish population 3000-10000.
Feeding
The sparrowhawk is a specialist feeder, as its name suggests. It takes birds of varying sizes, from finches and sparrows, to the size of wood pigeons. It does on occasions take small rodents and other small land based prey, but birds account for well over 90% and maybe as high as 98% of their diet.
Conservation
This species has a large range, with an estimated global extent of occurrence of 100,000-1,000,000 km2. It has a large global population estimated to be 1,000,000-10,000,000 individuals (Ferguson-Lees et al. 2001). Global population trends have not been quantified, but populations appear to be stable (Ferguson-Lees et al. 2001) so the species is not believed to approach the thresholds for the population decline criterion of the IUCN Red List (i.e., declining more than 30% in ten years or three generations). For these reasons, the species is evaluated as Least Concern. [conservation status from birdlife.org]
Breeding
Eggs from late April or early May in Britain and north-west Europe. Up to 2 weeks earlier in southern Europe and 2-3 weeks later in northern parts of range. The nest is build in the fork of tree, often close to trunk where 2 or 3 branches start at same level. Also on horizontal branch, usually in lower parts of main canopy. Conifers are preferred where available. Selected tree usually close to path or clearing for convenient access. A new nest is built each year, sometimes on foundation of old nest of Woodpigeon or other species, though normally close to previous nests. The nest is a loose structure of twigs with deep cup. Nest size varies with position in tree, with nests in forks built up until surface area is large enough. Twigs up to 60 cm long are used, during laying, lined with fine twigs or bark chips. The clutch size is 4-6 (3-7) and the incubation lasts 33-35 days per egg, average 39-42 days for complete clutch. The young fledge after 24-30 days, males before females.
Migration
Migratory in northernmost parts of Europe and in most of Asia. Partially migratory in Central Europe. Sedentary in South of range. Various Central European countries receive Northern migrants, some of their breeding birds possibly migrating further South, reaching Mediterranean countries. Most migration actually from North-East to South-West. Few migrants reach Africa, although some birds winter in North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa, occasionally South to Kenya and Tanzania. Siberian population winters in South and South-East Asia.
Common Yellowthroat
Order: Passeriformes
Family: Parulidae
Geothlypis trichas
About 60 years ago my sister and I were picking blackberries and a funny masked bird kept hanging around where we were picking. I looked in my 1947 Peterson to learn that it was a Maryland Yellowthroat. We had either gotten too close to the nest or were stirring up enough bugs to make it worth his while to hang around with us.
I am finally able to add it to my photo life-list. I have seen them a number of times flitting low in the bushes when I had a camera and perching in the open when I didn't. One of my goals for my trip to Bombay Hook was to encourage one to make a mistake and give me a clear perch shot. Now I need to get a shot of a female. I hope that does not take another 60 years.
All of these will be used for alpha company. With the exception of the minifig stand. Comes to exactly $40 including shipping.
Creativity is the order of the day - and on June 27th some of the artists and urbanites driving the movement will share their secrets and offer hands-on workshops. Come to The American Book Center’s Urban Culture Event …and get creative!
The Urban Culture Event at ABC Amsterdam, June 27th, 2009
Participating artists/authors:
Laser 3.14: With the publication of his first solo book, Are You Reading Me? Laser claims his place as one of the leading streat artists of our time. www.Laser3.14.com
Umbrellart: an Xstreets Collective initiative. Bringing art back to the streets and bringing artists from all over the world together.
Idle Hands: I’d rather be knitting! The new community for people that love fibre crafts: be it knitting, crochet or sewing!
Pia Jan Bijkerk: author, Paris: Made by Hand
Julia Laura: MAOMA DESIGNER TOYS.
Maki: a small design and illustration studio with a big influence! T-shirts, shoes, and books - Maki was the driving force behind ABC’s 2008 Custom Kicks event. www.makimaki.nl
Here's a bag I custom ordered from Etsy seller samann1121.
She normally makes them with just the one tile on the front, but I wanted to have one with my initials because I am THAT big of a Scrabble geek. I love this bag, and have already been using it to store some of my Scrabble tiles in it for my own crafting.
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