~ Early Web Links ~

Peripheral Drift is an interactive slideshow tool designed to test whether your pets can perceive motion illusions, the kind that trick human eyes into seeing movement in static images. Visitors can adjust the display speed from 4 to 20 seconds and observe how cats, dogs, birds, and other animals respond to the optical effect.

Tony Duckett's birding blog documents bird sightings across London's Regent's Park, Bushy Park, and Richmond Park, with a searchable log of species spotted over the years. The site includes a sightings map, a photo gallery, and posts covering birding trips further afield such as the Lake District and Norfolk.

A fanlisting dedicated to lemurs, inviting fans from around the world to join and be listed among 71 fellow enthusiasts of these charismatic primates. Simple to join with just a name and country, it has been running since October 2006 as part of the TheFanlistings.org community.

Montgomeryshire Birds is a community bird-watching blog tracking notable sightings across Montgomeryshire, Wales, with dated records of rare and interesting species like White Stork, Glossy Ibis, and Purple Heron. Run by Simon Boyes and contributors, it features county reports, sightings archives, local reserve updates, and links to Welsh ornithological organizations.

A fanlisting dedicated to cockatoos, the charismatic and crested parrots beloved by bird enthusiasts worldwide. The site is currently closed but was part of the 'Planets Bend Between Us' collective, with members and codes available on request.

The Louisiana Ornithological Society is the official organization for bird enthusiasts in Louisiana, offering membership, publications, event schedules, and birding resources for the state. Featuring the Ivory-billed Woodpecker as its emblem, the site provides checklists, field trip registration, and the LOS News newsletter for serious birders.

Memoria is a heartfelt tribute and fanlisting dedicated to elephants, covering both African and Asian species with cited facts, personal commentary, and conservation awareness. The site emphasizes the urgent threats elephants face from poaching and habitat loss, encouraging visitors to learn and donate to help protect them.

A seasoned ornithologist and county bird records coordinator shares his expertise on the ten most commonly misidentified bird species in Monterey County, California. Compiled from over twenty years of reviewing rare bird claims, this guide helps birders at all skill levels avoid classic identification pitfalls, with specific species comparisons and notes on local distribution and timing.

Panos Oikonomou's photo gallery showcases stunning images of Greek nature, wildlife, and landscapes with a particular focus on birds. A bilingual Greek-English site dedicated to the natural beauty of Greece through the lens of a dedicated nature photographer.

Birding Pal is a worldwide community connecting bird watchers who want to meet local guides and fellow enthusiasts while traveling, with a focus on Asia and other global regions. Members can find birding-friendly lodging, join fixed-date tours, access field guides, and connect with hosting pals who know the best local hotspots.