#white Crested helmetshrike

[andramariestudio]

Birbfest 2024 Day 9: White Crested Helmetshrike.

[lowcountry-gothic]

Birbfest Collection 2024, by Aga Więckowska.

[starskynder]

White-crested Helmetshrike

[mutant-distraction]

White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus) in Senegal by ASalafa Deri.

[herpsandbirds]

White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus), family Vangidae, found throughout much of Africa

Photograph by ASalfa Deri

[kateammann]

daily birds week 25!

white-bellied treepie + ornate hawk-eagle

australian magpie + white-crested helmetshrike

wood thrush + white-winged fairywren

yellow-tufted woodpecker

[nuevocleo]

White crested helmetshrike. Source image by Asalafa Deri, sketch and colours by me

[theobsolete]

White-crested helmetshrike by Roxanna Moix

[gemtvusa]

Small birds 8K ULTRA HD with Names and Sounds

Small Birds in Vivid 8K Ultra HD: Names and Nature's Melodies Immerse yourself in the breathtaking world of small birds showcased in immaculate 8K resolution. This video not only offers vivid visuals of these avian wonders but also introduces each with their names and distinctive calls, letting you identify and appreciate them. Small BIRDS 8K ULTRA HD with Names and Sounds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m91SBnRxlYQ From the vibrant hues of the cardinal bird and sunbird to the mesmerizing sounds of the dark-eyed junco and bearded reedling, each moment brings you closer to nature's beauty. Whether you're an avian enthusiast or just looking to unwind, this 8K experience provides both educational and aesthetic value. With added ambient sounds like the rustling of leaves, gentle waves, and distant animal calls, the ambiance becomes more authentic and immersive. For an enhanced viewing experience, we've incorporated educational elements, including commentary, voice-overs, and on-screen identifiers for each bird. Some of the avian stars featured include: - Scarlet tanager, cape longclaw, daurian redstart - White-crested helmetshrike, barred antshrike, red-backed shrike - Silver-breasted broadbill, european goldfinch, baltimore oriole - Golden-breasted starling, barred warbler, banded kingfisher - Broad billed hummingbird, woodlark, meadowlark ...and many more. With a delightful combination of nature's visuals and symphony, this video serves as a relaxing escape and an educational journey. Dive in and let the colorful world of birds enrich your day!

8K Ultra HD: The Pinnacle of Visual Clarity

As the world of technology constantly evolves, the realm of display resolutions has reached new heights with 8K Ultra HD. Here's a deep dive into this visual marvel: Definition: 8K Ultra HD, with a resolution of 7680 × 4320 pixels, offers a staggering four times the number of pixels as 4K (3840 × 2160) and sixteen times the resolution of Full HD (1920 x 1080). Benefits: - Unparalleled Detail: 8K resolution captures intricate details that can be discerned even when viewed up close on massive screens. - Enhanced Depth: The richness of pixels in 8K translates to more depth and three-dimensionality, making visuals pop out. - Improved Color Accuracy: With the additional data in each frame, there's a broader range of colors and greater color accuracy. - Post-Production Flexibility: For videographers, having 8K footage means more flexibility during editing, such as cropping, zooming, and stabilizing videos without sacrificing quality. Hardware Considerations: - Display Size: To fully appreciate 8K, one would typically need a larger screen (65 inches or above). - High-speed Connections: Streaming or playing 8K content requires robust data handling. HDMI 2.1, for instance, supports 8K video at 60fps. - Storage: 8K videos, particularly those at higher frame rates, can be massive in size, necessitating considerable storage capacity. Content Availability: As of recent years, 8K content has been somewhat limited. However, with the advent of 8K cameras and TVs, more content creators are adopting this resolution, making it more accessible to the general audience. Future of 8K: With the proliferation of technology, 8K will likely become more standard, especially for larger displays and professional setups. As bandwidth improves and storage becomes cheaper, 8K could soon be as commonplace as 4K has become today. In conclusion, 8K Ultra HD is not just a step but a leap forward in the world of visual display technology, promising a viewing experience that is nothing short of mesmerizing. Whether for professional use or personal entertainment, 8K is the epitome of what the future holds. Read the full article

[birdygotback]

White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus)

© Leon Molenaar

[shrike-is-love-shrike-is-life]

White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus)

© Leon Molenaar

[birds-in-trees]

White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus)

© Leon Molenaar

[morphofan]

Caffeine Birb

Today I learned about Prionops plumatus, the White Helmetshrike, who looks permanently strung-out on caffeine, and I can't stop laughing....

Hey! Hey Jeff! Pick me up another triple espresso on your way back!

“Become a mother!” they said. “It’s so rewarding!” They said. Fuuuuuuuck, I will never sleep again.

Everyone can hear the grass growing, right? I mean... it’s not just me... right?

Oh my f*cking GAWD, Randy, will these damned kids ever SLEEP????

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?! QUIT JUDGING ME!

[mutant-distraction]

White - Crested Helmetshrik

by ASalafa Deri

https://asalafaderi.wixsite.com/asalafa-deri-nature

[sammyandmattsblog]

Hello Kruger, we've missed you

When we lived in Maputo we had to cross the border once a month for Matt's car and my visa, so we ended up going to the Kruger (A LOT) and completely falling in love with the place, as well as with birding..

From our house in the city, over the border and to the Croc Bridge Gate, was 1 1/2 hours (not much more than from Nelspruit to the park) so it was an easy excuse to find ourselves there on a Friday morning at 7:00am until Sunday afternoon.

Because we visit the park so much, our trips there have all begun to blend into each other and we've forgetten a lot of what we have seen and done. Therefore, I really want to record our experiences at the park, to look back on and remember all the wonderful times (so expect a lot of Kruger posts :)

We've been to the park on day trips twice this week 😂😂😂 but with a totally different MO than before. Now it takes us 3 hrs to travel the distance of about 30kms, as we have time to stop for every bird or sit somewhere shady for a while to just enjoy the sounds of the bush.

Women's day was our first time back in the park since January and things couldn't have been more different. Now they only accept pre bookings and only a few of the gates are open. You also have to go at a certain time and can only use the gates in your province. I think they are currently only allowing 30% capacity, which is really nice because you can drive for an hour without seeing another car. We went from Malalane up to Skukuza (H3 via Afsal) and then out Paul Kruger gate. We also stopped for lunch at Skukuza, where they have reopened the old train station and turned it into a restaurant, complete with the original steam engine and train. I found this info about the station on the internet:

A TRIP BACK IN TIME

Known as the railway that saved the Kruger National Park, the Selati line is one of the most expensive railways ever built connecting Komatipoort with Tzaneen during the gold rush heydays. The construction of the line started in 1892 and was only completed in 1912.

In 1923, the South African Railways took over and introduced a “Round in Nine” train tour through the Lowveld, with a stopover at Sabie Bridge, today called Skukuza. The tour soon became very popular for its game viewing, and Kruger was established as a national park in 1926.

Trains still ran through the park up until 1973 after which most of the tracks were removed, leaving the bridge as is and part of the Skukuza scenery.

The old South African Railway Class 24 steam locomotive number 3638 that sits at Skukuza has been stranded there for a while, with only one carriage in tow. This specific carriage has had a fascinating journey. After serving as a suburban coach from 1942, it was converted into a funeral coach and in 1950, it transported the last remains of General J. C. Smuts from Irene near Pretoria to Johannesburg for cremation. In 1967, the coach was repaired, outshopped and became the State Funeral Coach where during its service, it transported the last remains of the Hon. J. G. Strydom. It was eventually donated to the National Parks Board (SANParks), and from 1984-2014 it housed a restaurant. Originally the lounge was paired with a kitchen and dining carriage, but sadly these burnt down in 1996. What was once a beautifully-preserved train and purpose-built station has been off limits to visitors for a while until now. Thanks to the new Kruger Station – a unique lifestyle precinct that captures an important part of the park’s history, it will reopen for all visitors to the Kruger in 2020.

New birds:

.Retz's Helmetshrike (yay finally)

.Brubru

.White-crested Helmetshrike

Then yesterday (Saturday 15 Aug) we went back to the park for another lovely early morning (which turned into a late afternoon). We arrived at 6am and took the S114 dirty road from Malalane to Skukuza, which is about 50kms. We took it slow, stopping at the watering hole on the S114 to watch the birds bathing and then chilled at the Biyamiti weir.. and trust not seeing anyone the whole time but the minute I jump out the car to have a wee, a car pulls up behind us, getting a great view of my bottom 😂😂.

New birds:

.Hooded Vulture

.Lappet-face Vulture

.Common Scimitabill (finally)

.Sabota Lark

.Red-breasted Swallow

Then also saw a very cool Secretary bird

When we were there on Monday we found a previously undiscovered dirty road but didnt have time to explore. So today after lunch we drove from Skukuza to the Phabeni gate (also never used this gate before), using the Very cool Sabie River Road)

On the way home, Matt had to go kind of fast to get up the Hazyview Hills because the clutch (the same one he had fixed twice this year) is not right and we had planned to take it to the mechanic on Monday.. then just like the good old days, bam, a belt snaps (which also should've been checked on the major service in March---- mechanics, what you gonna do 🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️). Anyways, luckily Matt noticed the temperature rising so we pulled over and called the AA, who informed us that because of corvid, we both werent allowed to drive back with the tow truck and one of us was going to have to make another plan. Yikes.

We called our mechanic who was unfortunately in Machardodorp, so we called his wife who sweetly changed all her plans to save our day. We didnt say anything to the truck driver about not being able to drive with him and both just jumped in the truck and put seatbelts on and he didnt say anything, so off we went. Then Veronica opened the shop, and dropped us off at a taxi which she had arranged to drive us the 25kms back to our place. Gosh, I must be the bad luck one because this is the first week I've been back in the car since all the drama in Zambia back in feb (which is when the clutch broke) and the car breaks down Haha!!

[kateammann]

If you're still taking bird suggestions, I've got a few!

Secretary Bird

Black-headed Heron

Black Crake

White-crested Helmetshrike

Crested Francolin

Red-billed Teal

Keep up the good work!! :) 🐦‍⬛🐦

Thank you so much!! And yess bird suggestions will always be appreciated :D