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BROAD-WINGED HAWK – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
The Broad-winged Hawk is a rather small, compact hawk; about the size of Red-shouldered Hawk READ MORE
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ROADSIDE HAWK – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
The Roadside Hawk, which is found from northern Mexico south to Argentina, is one of the most widespread raptors of… READ MORE
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COMMON BLACK HAWK – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
The Common Black Hawk is an entirely black hawk with broad wings and short tail with a distinct white band. READ MORE
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DOUBLE-TOOTHED KITE – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
The Double-toothed Kite is named for its most distinguishing morphological trait, the presence of two tomial “teeth:” tooth-like emarginations on… READ MORE
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SWALLOW-TAILED KITE – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
With its striking black and white plumage, deeply forked tail, and extraordinary aerial grace, the Swallow-tailed Kite is rarely misidentified… READ MORE
ABOUT ME
Through my lens and prose I hope to instill a greater sense of awe, compassion and inspiration as I discover new creatures, explore interesting habitats, and gain wisdom about the natural world that’s all around us. It is my hope that readers are motivated to learn more about our environment and its inhabitants, and become passionate advocates for conservation.
I earned my college degree in biology, a foundation that shaped not only how I see the world, but how I’ve spent my life sharing it with others. For more than 35 years, I worked in education as both a teacher and administrator, guiding students through the wonders of science and the joy of discovery. That same spirit of curiosity has carried me through decades of volunteer work in citizen science and conservation. This blog brings together my passions for birding, conservation, and storytelling.
~ Jim Gain
Reflections of the Natural World 