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Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Love in the New Guinea Jungle - HAW!



The other night, I saw a wonderful PBS documentary on the colourful, dancing birds of New Guinea!  These "Birds of Paradise" are aptly named.  Their plumage is gorgeous....their dance - wonderful! This was the best clip I could find.....

For those of you locked in frigid snow and ice, I thought a bit of the steamy jungle would warm you up a bit!

Love,

♥ Robin ♥
Posted by Robin at 6:52 AM
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  1. studio loloJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    OMG that is the most bizarre bird display I've ever seen!!! Can you believe that last one? I never knew they could lift their fronts like that. The one bird looked like she was lifting a skirt! I know it was a male though. jeepers, amazing stuff! Thanks for finding it and sharing it ;)

    xoxoxo
    BS♥

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  2. JinksyJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Gives a new meaning to birds of a feather?! LOL

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  3. RobinJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Lolololooooo...aren't they incredible? I was in awe during the entire programme....but, was delighted to find the clip of this little guy....when he opened his "magic cape" and the blue band and dots appeared, I gasped! Who could resist him?

    MUWAH!

    ♥ LS ♥

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  4. RobinJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Jinksy! Lovely to hear from you.... I have e-mailed you several times, but never heard back...did you receive them?

    Missing our beautiful Tessa and all her wise and wonderful words...

    Love your comment!

    Always,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  5. kjJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    i have a dress that plumms like that and then i walk exactly the same way. what a tweet, wrobin.

    xoxo

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  6. sukipoetJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Oh my this fellow was amazing. where those colors came from I am not sure. I wonder why she rejected him??? I thought he was pretty cute and love the clicks.

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  7. marianneJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Wow what amazing birds!
    They made my heart beat faster.
    Only a little bit of a sad end........I thought that was pretty impressing but not good enough for her :)

    Thanks for always finding these cool facts robin!



    HAW
    (late)
    ♥♥♥
    >M<

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  8. Amanda SummerJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    what amazing creatures -- and i just love the way he 'swipes' his branch to clean his nest -- reminds me of what our beloved little zebra finch used to do!!

    robin - can you send me your email address? i want to send you something only you could appreciate ;-)

    amandasummer10@aol.com

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  9. secret agent womanJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Aww, "It's hard not to feel deflated when even your best isn't good enough."

    I can NOT get your blog to show up in my Reader and I don't know why.

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  10. MimJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    woowee - this is just amazing and how I wish I was there in the steamy jungle with them! thanks robin - this is a treat

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  11. nollyposhJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Just popping in to give you a (((BIG HUG))) <3

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  12. Beaudor et BaronJanuary 27, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    What a wonderful thing to start My day,just stunning Robin,Mr.B was almost in my laptop just now,searching for the birdies hahaha.
    Today We get Sun jieha,going for a long walk with my doggyMate,and work in the garden to gain some energy.
    Now Your not only teaching Me opera,thanx sister,
    xxxMar and a Big one from Your Mr.B.

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  13. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    KJB - HA! Yes, although the bird is a male, his dress is very provocative....and I think some Haute Couture designer should copy it!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  14. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Suki....I know...he was adorable and displayed his plumage so beautifully! (Plus, he was so neat and tidy!) Ah, LOVE....the eternal mystery!

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  15. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Marianne... hello you! So nice to have you back! Now I know you are feeling better!

    Yes, that was a sad ending.... but perhaps he tried again - and she changed her mind? (We women have been known to do that!)

    Love,

    ♥ R ♥

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  16. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Amanda.... I thought you would like that clip!
    How sweet to have a Zebra Finch who was a "neat freak"!

    E-mail address coming your way!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  17. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    CS....hello! Nice to see you back and feeling great! The "Birds of Paradise' DO have quite a sexual drive.... (there are many other colourful species - but I couldn't find a good video).....I guess is IS the steamy, jungle air! Ha-ha!

    As for my blog appearing on everyone's sidebar - so far, Lo is the ONLY person who has been able to figure out how to make that happen... darn!

    Sending you a warm Winter hug!

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  18. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Mim, I posted this especially for you, Suki, Lo and KJ! I love the sounds of the jungle - they make one feel a bit warmer!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  19. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Vicki! Every time you come for a visit....my heart is warmer and my being totally filled with joy!

    You are my inspiration - always!

    Warm and gentle hugs!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  20. RobinJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Marja - JEEHAW! Sonne fur Du und Prinz B!
    I know the two of you will have a glorious day!
    Enjoy working in your garden!

    Looking forward to some photos!

    Love, hugs and a BIG, Wet One to Beaudor!

    Deine Schwester,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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