Category Archives: Birds

The Green Planet, City Walk Dubai

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Alice

Tuesday 4th October 2016 Right now, possibly no other activity within the cityscape of Dubai is as invigorating as exploring The Green Planet located at the super slick City Walk precinct. And I mean this for children and adults alike: three … Continue reading →

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Pharaoh Eagle Owl

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Alice

Possibly three of my favourite words combined into one: the Pharaoh Eagle Owl. Such a majestic creature. It is found throughout North West Africa, across most of the Sahara, Syria, Israel to W Iraq and E Arabian Peninsula and is well … Continue reading →

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30 Days of Gratefulness-Ramadan Pt 10: Travel

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Alice

Lift off! Birds taking flight…look at the spirited fellow on the right, dipping his head, leaning forward, feet gripped tight on craggy rocks before a take off. What a way to view the world – from up high. But my feet are … Continue reading →

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Here’s a lesson for you: Subject: the magestic raptor of the Middle East – the falcon. Falcons in UAE are registered and issued passports with the aim of reducing an illegal trade in the species. The falcon has been trapped in … Continue reading →

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Alice | 1 Comment