Retired chemistry teacher; distance runner (slow but steady); Quaker by convincement; here for the news & the snark; am easily amused.
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A new Science study shows that bumble bees can position a ball underneath a fake “flower” to reach a reward, suggesting they can exhibit spontaneous problem-solving and challenging the notion that such advanced cognitive abilities are exclusive to large-brained vertebrates. https://scim.ag/4vs08dC
Phil does good work.
“What we now know is the attacks were orchestrated by a neo-Nazi hate group—part of the so-called Active Club network that I have been investigating for several years now—and were not part of some spontaneous uprising by the Irish.”
A couple follow up shots from the same photographer, at the same place, of the same bird. Do zoom in to get some interesting details, like the bug being caught, and the ridges on the wren’s upper pallet.
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This one is super easy; hoping tomorrow I’ll make the calls.
Today’s #ByrdOfTheDay is #YourChoice
That means my choice! I am opting for a pic from yesterday’s drive (Snoqualmie back to our hometown). En route we noticed a wildlife refuge so decided to stop.
The marsh wren teased us for about 10 minutes before finally coming into view for this photo.
@alan678.bsky.social has chosen for the #BirdOfTheDay
#SilentPresence
Here is a photo of a wood duck taking a nap.
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The Bengali Knicks poet and the Sikh dholi guys combined forces for a follow-up!
Now we just need the sewing machine guy and the ride a bike with stuff on his head guy to meet.
#BirdOfTheDay
#Preeners&Scratchers
I’m going to post two photos here of a bald eagle. I’m curious to find out if viewers have a preference for one over the other, or if you like the pairing of the original with a zoomed-in view.
Solar ftw
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The amount of solar power generated in the U.S. is continuing to grow.
ICYMI: Sometimes, I get tired.
Tired of confronting a hate that seems more emboldened than ever to roar back with all the venom it can muster.
But in those times, others--like a woman from Belfast--lift me up.
(Read more and subscribe at link below.) www.hatecomestomainstreet.com/p/finding-ho...
The OOI is being dismantled right now. Ships are in the water. Buoys are coming up.
Congress is fighting back, but the window is closing.
I put together a one-stop action page. Call, text, sign, takes five minutes.
Link 👇. Do it today.
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Good morning all.
Today's #BirdOfTheDay Theme is #Preeners&Scratchers, birds preening plumage or scratching, the Al Theme is #Black&White, birds with Black & White in their plumage.
More Bird Cup Stories in Alt Txt.
#birds #ECK @rspb.bsky.social #photography #ukbirding #CanonR5mkii #BirdLife
Folks I’ve tried to get Rob but he’s maybe driving. I’m out walking the dog. So I’ll post the #BirdOfTheDay theme and it’s #YourChoice any bird capture. No alt. I’m sure you’ll all find something. 😂
I’ll always pick a Jay for mine.
#birds #photography #ECK
On Monday, nine tribal members graduated as entry-level firefighters and ecological restoration workers. They are joining a workforce that blends ancient and modern approaches to forest health to better withstand wildfires.
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📷: Lomakatsi Restoration Project
Phil Williams
Jon Corsiglia (he/him/el) | Eco-Economy Insider
This past week was one of those times when my decision to confront hate seemed overwhelming. Then, a follower from Belfast lifted me up.
The Trump administration is dismantling the Ocean Observatories Initiative — a $386 million network of 900 deep-sea sensors built to run for 30 years. Congress is calling it illegal. Scientists are…
