Note: All flying birds are subject to the strict laws of aerodynamics and the physical demands of flight and yet they adorn the earth with such vivid variety!
Below are species showing some of the variations of color, form and function expressed within the common theme of flight. Included are Solomon Island eclectus, Moluccan cockatoo, yellow naped Amazon, Gouldian finch. and a red factor canary.
Birds, and their powers of flight, have fascinated us since the beginning. Perhaps we can thank birds for leading us onward to the present age of routine air transportation
As mentioned in the home page, this site recognizes the need for both science and religion in the affairs of our lives. My personal experience has been with the growing science of aviculture, that is, the keeping and breeding of exotic birds in captivity.
Here is a slide show showing the growth of a hand-fed scarlet macaw chick
Archeological evidence supports birds being closely allied with dinosaurs.
If you wish to learn more about the birds shown here >click here!