Author Archives: Scott

These are New Zealand blue penguins, the smallest species of penguin in the world. I saw these guys in the Antarctic Center in Christchurch, New Zealand two summers ago. They were injured penguins that were rescued and cared for by … Continue reading →

These gracious long-necked birds have served through the ages as symbols of artistic creativity and spiritual enlightenment, though on the down side, women in the middle ages were often turned into swans by evil sorcerers. That’s the message of Swan … Continue reading →

Sorry for the late post, folks, but I have so much on my plate that I wasn’t sure I would be at Urban Beans this Saturday morning. As it turns out, I need the practice! So I’ll be there, amplifier … Continue reading →

The one pictured above is called the Least Grebe. It is found mostly in South America, but breeding pairs have been seen in Arizona. They are small birds with legs that are set back on their body, making them much … Continue reading →

Due to technical difficulties (which means I’m still not good at figuring out this blogging stuff), I haven’t posted events to my calendar. But you can still come and taste the coffee, enjoy a pleasant conversation or a quick read, … Continue reading →

Herons are the Ichabod Cranes of the bird world. Maybe that’s where Washington Irving got the idea for his Sleepy Hollow teacher. Tall and lanky, they are about three feet long and have a wingspan of over six feet. They … Continue reading →

Attention all you groovy guys and gals. I’ll be playing some cool tunes at Urban Beans this Saturday morning. Come on in, the coffee’s fine!  

Canada Geese are not necessarily Canadian. In fact, they quite often eat my grass, poop in my yard, and hiss at me when I come home from work–hardly the way Canadians act. Still, I like them. They raise their young … Continue reading →