Sentences with phrase «of aquatic birds»

The remote wetland sanctuary harbours one of Central Americas largest concentration of aquatic birds and is the most important migratory bird site of the Mesoamerican Pacific

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(This is a drawing I did of a woman being rescued by a pair of Northern Loons, a large aquatic bird that can dive to incredible depths.)

The Lodi Rules ™ Program certifies sustainable management of the ecosystem, soils, water, business practices, human resources, and pest control with an emphasis on reducing pesticide risk to farm workers, consumers, small aquatic invertebrates, birds, and bees.

Two crews of Italian videographers were aboard the ship and the one that was shooting a television nature documentary put on heavy - duty wetsuits to brave the freezing ocean, while getting up - close and personal with the aquatic birds.

With this package you can see 32,000 aquatic animals — 1,500 species of fishes, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, birds and mammals from waters around the world — during your stay at the Hilton Chicago.

While wild ducks and other aquatic birds are known to be natural hosts for low pathogenic flu viruses associated with milder symptoms, the results of this study indicate that is not the case with the highly pathogenic flu viruses that are associated with more severe illness.

Overall, this study provides evidence for understanding the evolution of diving adaptations among the earliest known aquatic birds.

«When we look beyond fossil dinosaurs, we find most of Halszkaraptor's unusual features among aquatic reptiles and swimming birds,» concludes lead author Andrea Cau.

Some aquatic birds are known to host strains of the virus with no or minimal symptoms.

This included a strongly supported clade (100 % BS on most branches) that comprised the three groups of vocal learners (parrots, songbirds, and hummingbirds) and most of the nonpredatory core landbirds, a monophyletic clade of diurnal birds of prey and seriemas (albeit with low 40 % BS), and a monophyletic clade of all aquatic and semiaquatic species of Passerea and Columbea (also with low 20 % BS)(Fig. 4D).

Chemicals in the sediment can cause reproductive problems in mammals, birds and aquatic life, and they become increasingly concentrated as they move through the food chains of ecosystems.

Instead, the researchers speculate that the birds were responding to movements of their aquatic prey timed to the spring - neap tide cycle, a hypothesis that could be confirmed through a study jointly tracking predator and prey abundance.

«There was a diverse aquatic fauna at Shuitangba, including fish, crab, mollusks, turtles and frogs, as well as many different species of water birds, all of which could have been potential prey for S. melilutra.»

Nevertheless, most of the known modern - looking birds from the late Cretaceous were aquatic, says Gerald Mayr at the Senckenberg Research Institute in Frankfurt, Germany.

He suggests that while the opposite birds found safety in the trees, life in more open, aquatic spaces may have given the ornithuromorphs «more choices of high protein food» and favored their evolution into swift fliers so they could avoid the danger of predators.

Furthermore, Archaeornithura had long legs and feet apparently adapted to wading in water, similar to those of today's plovers, suggesting that modern birds arose in aquatic habitats.

Red tide toxins that end up in the food web can be transferred to other forms of life, from tiny zooplankton to birds, fish, aquatic mammals and humans.

Opponents say the dam is unnecessary, will block the migration of salmon and destroy the habitats of clams, in turn wrecking a unique haven for birds and aquatic life.

He re-told the familiar tale of the evolution of land animals from ancient fish, and then considered the return of various groups of reptiles, birds and mammals to an aquatic existence: ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs, crocodiles, sea - snakes, penguins, whales, dolphins and porpoises, manatees and dugongs, and seals — as well as polar bears, otters and water voles, who hunt in water.

In our studies, we find plastic and microplastics in both aquatic organisms and various types of sea birds all the time.»

Bringing an end to one of the most wide open best picture races in years, «The Shape of Water» — a fantastical fable about a mute woman who falls in love with an aquatic creature — claimed the top prize Sunday night at the 90th Academy Awards, beating out a strong field of eight rivals that included box office hits such as «Dunkirk» and «Get Out» as well as smaller, more intimate fare such as «Call Me By Your Name» and «Lady Bird.»

It will not enter the water table or cause problems for nearby aquatic, bee and bird life, a concern of many with the overuse of traditional pesticides.

And finally, the International Association for Aquatic Animal Medicine (IAAAM) is an organization of veterinarians and other professionals interested in aquatic animals (marine mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates,Aquatic Animal Medicine (IAAAM) is an organization of veterinarians and other professionals interested in aquatic animals (marine mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates,aquatic animals (marine mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates, etc.).

There is plenty of fascinating content for you to explore, including cat supplements, aquatic lighting and wild bird products.

I have a variety of pets from dogs to more exotic things like reptiles, and aquatics ranging from my snakes, lizards, reef tank, birds and more!

Both of the active ingredients have raised environmental concerns about their impact on bees, birds and aquatic life.

Ilenna has raised many species of pets throughout her life including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, mice, aquatic turtles, lizards, and even some insects!

These three individuals were charged with creating a list of dangerous wild animals, which are defined as «a mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian and aquatic animal, including a hybrid, that is dangerous to humans, other animals or the environment due to its inherent nature.»

During this pet - friendly celebration, customers can find a large assortment of food, toys, treats, and accessories for dogs, cats, reptiles, small animals, birds and aquatics, as well as a professional grooming salon.

Dr. Welborn's family includes: wife, Laura, daughter, Kaitlin, son, Christopher, furry friends, Levi and Lance, three birds, Harper, Milliku and Connie and a marine aquarium full of aquatic companions.

Inventory activities include counting seals, documenting insects, spotting birds, examining aquatic invertebrates and using technology to better understand the varied ecosystems of these unique national parks in an urban area.

Crissy Field is ever - inspiring with its combination of bird -, dog -, landscape - and people - watching opportunities, and the sight of swimmers at Aquatic Park always make me shiver.

Tours of El Cacao Lagoon wind through a mangrove forest inhabited by howler monkeys and aquatic birds.

Through their efforts, a river that had all but been abandoned, has seen a rebirth of aquatic and bird life.After a break of eight years, several Licking County and City of Newark agencies came together to bring back the River Round Up in 2011.

Finally, the wild and beautiful Mana Pools National Park, one of Zimbabwe's most popular parks, where large mammals, lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas, over 350 bird species and aquatic wildlife live.

The park, which encompasses roughly 378 square miles, hosts large numbers of rare fauna, including large aquatic birds, Sri Lankan elephants, leopards and sloth bears.

The Peel region south of Perth is diverse in its attractions a coastal strip with aquatic attractions: boating, fishing, crabbing for Mandurah's famous blue crab in the Peel Inlet, dolphins, pelicans and many more birds from the breeding sanctuaries near by.

The boat ride is pleasant often includes our first sightings of parakeets, aquatic birds, and other species that frequent the edge of the river and rainforest.

Although not the body of water that it once was, US Fish & Wildlife is has taken on the challenge to improve the lagoon to create a better habitat for migratory and aquatic birds.

Stroll through Heritage Garden, enjoy the Tea House with its panoramic views, and the lake area which forms a natural habitat for the Cayman Blue Iguana and breeding ground for a variety of rare aquatic birds and animals native to the Caribbean.

In this government owned aquatic theme park, you can snorkel and swim in the lagoon, see the Green Sea Turtle breeding grounds and touch the turtles — ranging in size from a few inches to over 600 pounds — walk a nature trail, see the native birds in the aviary, view (and even feed) the sharks, grouper and eels in the Predator Reef aquarium, and get a taste of Cayman culture and heritage in the Cayman Street exhibit.

The Placencia Peninsula is just a few miles from some of the best atolls and islands to see coral, sea turtles, sharks, and a wide array of aquatic life, including Laughing Bird Caye National Park and Silk Caye.

We have a wide range of animals including birds of prey, chinchillas, chipmunks, cows, deer, donkeys, ferrets, goats, guinea - pigs, hare, lemurs, llamas, meerkats, monkeys, parrots, pheasants, pigeons, ponies, poultry, rabbits, Reptile & Aquatics Halls, rheas, sheep, squirrels, wallabies and zebras.

Paddle down the Banana River Aquatic Preserve to secret spots where we'll have good chances of seeing manatees, dolphins, schooling fish, and many species of waterfowl and birds of prey.

This is a lush, verdant valley nestled between two mountains where exploration can reveal freshwater springs, a deer park, birds, monkeys, plants and endemic animals, plus a couple of green houses, and even some aquatic life.

In the south amid the tourism areas, the extensive coast of Maspalomas, well - known for its dunes and beaches, has as many leisure facilities as you can imagine: aquatic parks, exotic bird parks, theme parks like Sioux City, submarines that allow visitors to view the bottom of the sea, golf courses, tennis courts, squash, and much, much more.

In route to Tortuga, as you cruise along the calm waters of the Gulf of Nicoya there is always a possibility of spotting dolphins, sea turtles and aquatic birds.

Each exciting adventure lets you observe an array of fascinating and unusual creatures, such as birds, lizards, aquatic life, and the famous Galapagos tortoise.

From aquatic mammals to reptiles or even turtles and flocks of rare birds, tourists will certainly be treated to an extensive array of wildlife that never fail to impress.

Other examples include Bird, 1949, and Wounded Pigeon, 1951 both expressive, naive paintings by Constant A. Nieuwenhuys (1920 - 2005) and Wassily Kandinsky's 1930 painting, Launisch of an ambiguous aquatic or air - bound vessel.