Wednesday, December 29, 2010

The Nubian ibex (Capra ibex nubiana).



The Nubian ibex (Capra ibex nubiana) is a rocky desert dwelling goat antelope found in mountainous areas of Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt, Yemen, and Sudan. It is generally considered to be a subspecies of Alpine ibex, but is sometimes considered specifically distinct (Capra nubiana). The wild population is estimated at 1,200 individuals.
It lives in herds composed solely of males or females. Diurnal.
Habitat: They eat mainly grasses and leaves and are preyed upon by leopards, eagles and bearded vultures.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

ID Wanted !!!


Hi all !
I need help! This photo was taken in the Safari zoo in Tel-Aviv, Israel. Unfortunately I don't know the name of these gorgeous animals! Can you help?
Thanks !

Sunday, December 19, 2010

Monday, December 6, 2010

European Starling.( Sturnus vulgaris)

European Starling.( Sturnus vulgaris) Introduced to Noth America in 1890, First seen in British Columbia in 1905.

Introduced to Noth America in 1890, First seen in British Columbia in 1950.