The next Eugene Birders Night (SWOC) meeting will be held Monday, Dec 16,
2019, 7 pm at the McNail-Riley house, 601 W 13th Ave, Eugene. The
McNail-Riley House is the restored historic house at the NW corner of W.
13th Ave. and Jefferson St. The parking area, located immediately west of
the McNail-Riley House, can be accessed from 13th St, by turning left
(north) shortly before Jefferson St. It may also be accessed by Jefferson
St. via the driveway located immediately north of the M-R House. We are
allowed to park only in the 5 spaces closest to the M-R house. If these
spaces are full, you can take the west exit from the M-R parking lot on to
13 Ave, then go directly across 13th to enter and park in the Fairgrounds
parking lot.
After initial introductions, we’ll share recent sightings and discuss
birding connected topics. Then UO Biology Professor Emeritus Bitty Roy and
Michael Wherley will take us on a tour of four national parks and a few
places between, such as the lovely park around the Taj Mahal.
Nature in India is surprisingly rich, despite its large population.
Most people do not eat meat. Many animals and birds are thought to be
blessed
by the gods, and trees are essential for shade. There are many
endemic birds and animals because India has been isolated from other
regions
by the Himalayas and the sea for a very long time. A few highlights:
several critically endangered vultures, Desert White throats,
Blue-capped Rock Thrush, Indian Paradise-flycatcher, Plum-headed
Parakeets. As well as some cool antelope, monkeys and large cats.
No entrance fees! All are welcome!
Contact ellencantor@xxxxxxxxx for further information
