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Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Longtail
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a simple image of a Bermuda Longtail. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Lavender Longtail
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an iconic Longtail adorned with soft Bermuda flag accents The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes... Read more of this article
Record-Breaking 2024 Nesting Season
In collaboration with Nonsuch Expeditions, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] said they are :delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the 2024 nesting season for the Bermuda Petrel, also known as the Cahow.” “Although we fell just short of the 2021 record of 78 fledged chicks, with 76 this year throughout... Read more of this article
BUEI & Audubon Society To Host Cahow Lecture
In collaboration with the Bermuda Audubon Society, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will be hosting a new ‘BUEI Talks’ presentation A spokesperson said, “This lecture, titled “Return of the Cahow: New Research Unveils the Mysteries of Bermuda’s National Bird,” will be held on Thursday, June 27th from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. “The... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Longtails At Cooper’s Island
The photo gallery below shows a look at some of breathtaking beauty of Bermuda’s longtails, with a number of them recently seen in Cooper’s Island in the East End. The Bermuda Department of Environment and Natural Resources describes the longtail by saying, “The White-tailed Tropicbird is almost always known in Bermuda has the ‘Longtail’... Read more of this article
Magazine Highlights The Bermuda Longtail
Hakai Magazine has featured the iconic Bermuda longtails, noting they have been “turning up in Bermuda earlier and earlier.” The story said, “White-tailed tropicbirds spend most of the year at sea, out of sight of people. When the seabirds make their annual descent into Bermuda to breed, though, their long, streamer-like tails, snowy... Read more of this article
BUEI Talks: ‘A Big Year For Birds In Bermuda’
In collaboration with the Bermuda Audubon Society, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will host the BUEI Talk: ‘2023: A Big Year for Birds in Bermuda’ presented by Dr. Miguel Mejias on Thursday, February 8th at 7:30pm at the Tradewinds Auditorium A spokesperson said, “During his informative talk, Dr. Mejias will present his... Read more of this article
Update On 2024 Cahow Breeding Season
The Nonsuch Expeditions website provided an update on the 2024 breeding season of the critically endangered Cahow, saying that it has “entered what is arguably it’s most exciting phase, with the return of the breeding pairs.” Senior Terrestrial Conservation Officer Jeremy Madeiros said, “The 2024 breeding season of the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Backyard Birds Commemorative Stamp Issue
The Philatelic Bureau of the Bermuda Post Office will be releasing a new commemorative stamp issue, “Backyard Birds” on Thursday, September 21, 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, nine songbird species live in backyards across the Bermuda archipelago. Of these, seven were introduced by humans, while two species are indigenous to Bermuda,... Read more of this article
Skyport Introduces Wildlife Control Measure
Skyport has introduced an “advanced wildlife control measure” at the airport which “aims to mitigate bird-related safety hazards during critical flight operations such as landing and take-off.” A spokesperson said, “Skyport Facilities and Asset Management is delighted to announce the introduction of an advanced wildlife control... Read more of this article
Partnership To Help Enhance Bluebird Population
“We are thrilled to partner with Mr. Jaavaid Warren-Smith to create a more sustainable future for our bluebird population,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch of an initiative to preserve endangered species and biodiversity in our parks. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Parks announces its partnership with... Read more of this article
Free Lecture On Bermuda Cahow Genetic Project
CariGenetics is inviting members of the community to a public lecture on Saturday, May 20 at the Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is inviting members of the community to a public lecture with a twist! On Saturday, 20 May 2023, we will be hosting our first relay public lecture, where each set of presenters speak for 15 minutes,... Read more of this article
