The birds of Spain, in a digital ornithological en...(photographing and drawing birds; interac...)

Date:12/17/2008

photographing and drawing birds; interactive games for different ages and knowledge levels; a special section on garden birds and two main blocks devoted to bird-watching trips and soundscapes. Twenty-seven of the best bird-watching spots in Spain are described in detail, accompanied by a general map of Spain and interactive maps of each individual itinerary with photo highlights of local bird species and areas of outstanding natural interest. The soundscapes feature, meantime, takes users on an acoustic and visual tour through moving landscapes, where they can practice identifying the songs of the most commonly found species.

HOW TO PROTECT THEM

This section focuses on the main birdlife conservation activities organized by SEO/BirdLife and other environmental and wildlife NGOs. Citizens wishing to do their bit to protect birdlife and nature in general can participate as volunteers in a wide choice of programs including ringing campaigns, bird censuses, conservationist work and activities in protected areas.

BIRDS AND THEIR WORLD

Twelve ornithological themes are presented in this section. One deals with the origin of birds and their physical characteristics, in particular their reptilian ancestry, flying ability, skeletal structure, anatomic peculiarities, nervous system and sensory organs. Another looks at their distribution and classification, focusing on the evolution of modern birdlife, and its main distribution areas or endemisms. The chapter "Birds and their environment" covers topics to do with bird biodiversity and species' adaptation to particular habitats, while "Flight" offers some little known facts on birds and their locomotion, with discussions on energy budgets, flightless birds and their adaptation to the aquatic medium.

Other themes covered are feeding behavior, courting and birdsong, nesting, hatching and chicks, and migration (its origin, navigation systems, flight techniques, etc.). The hi
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Contact: Javier Fernandez comunicacion@fbbva.es 34-915-376-615 Fundacin BBVA Source:Eurekalert

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