Fly- Away Winner
“Ornithologist
David Lindo wants Britons to vote for a national bird next week. Here are the
favorites:
ROBIN
Voted Britain’s
favorite bird 30 years ago…According to a recent YouGov poll, however, the
robin is still soaring, with more than 35% support.
MUTE SWAN
Large,
territorial, & violently aggressive, it is said the mute swan can break a
man’s arm with its wing…Detractors point out it is already the national bird of
Denmark.
KINGFISHER
With their
long beaks & bright plumage, kingfishers are most often found near rivers
& lakes, where they will dive beneath the surface in search of prey…
BARN OWL
It has a
signature screech, is seen as a symbol of wisdom & is strongly associated
with the U.K.,
though its empire extends across much of the globe. The males & females are
also known to roost separately.
BLACKBIRD
‘It needs
no gaudy feathers & makes no demands,’ & is thus a worthy emblem of the
British, says veteran broadcaster John Humphreys, who has emerged as a key
backer of the race’s dark horse contender. Presumably it’s also Paul
McCartney’s choice.
The Wren,
Red Kite, Blue Tit, Puffin, & Hen harrier round out the Top 10”
THE
NATIONAL POST
The Montreal Gazette
May 2/2015
*UPDATE: The results are in & the winner is the Robin.
#2- Barn Owl
#3- Blackbird
#4- Wren
#5- Red Kite
#6- Kingfisher
#7- Mute Swan
#8- Blue Tit
#9- Hen Harrier
#10- Puffin
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