It's kind of crazy and insane just how many animals are out there. There are so many of them. Who even are they? What are they thinking? Would they even know what to do if I walked into the room?
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| Roseate Spoonbill, from John Latham's A General History of Birds (1824). |
I've been learning about bird species recently. My grandma liked birds, and once I bought this birdspotting guide in her presence, and she was beyond delighted. I don't think I have ever in my life gained someone's approval more strongly than in that moment. So I sort of thought I should study flashcards and really learn all the British bird types.
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| My beautiful bird book. |
Some of my favourites include:
Redstart
Now this is a bold character. This is the sports car of birds. High contrast. Love it.
Tufted Duck
Look man, you gotta be tufted. I would be tufted if I could be, but legally it's not possible.
Pied Wagtail
I just think this little snowball is so cute. I love that long tail and that tiny body, the beautiful white and black pattern. An adorable creature.
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There are endless variations of little (and big!) birds, and just knowing more of their names is really helping me to develop an appreciation for all of the many varieties and patterns and colours. Starlings are so spiky and have an understated green iridescence. Black-headed gulls look like they're wearing a deku mask. Little Auks look like very cute little aliens.
They are all so great. I love them.
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