~ Early Web Links ~

Jellyquarium is a personal site themed around jellyfish, with planned sections for a jellyfish tank, exhibits, and collections. Still a work in progress, it hints at a charming aquatic-themed showcase for a jellyfish enthusiast.

Planeta.com's Wildlife Links page curates a wide-ranging collection of articles, resources, and organizations focused on wildlife conservation, ethical tourism, and animal protection from around the globe. Topics span everything from the ethics of zoos and marine parks to indigenous conservation efforts and apps for nature enthusiasts.

Bird Links to the World is a massive curated directory of over 37,654 links devoted to birds, birding, and ornithology, organized by region and topic. Whether you are looking for species checklists, bird sounds, conservation resources, or local birding hotspots, this is one of the most comprehensive link collections for birdwatchers and ornithologists on the web.

Bardsey's Wildlife is a nature blog chronicling daily wildlife observations from Bardsey Island (Ynys Enlli), a remote Welsh island teeming with birds, marine mammals, and insects. Run by Steve Stansfield and the Bardsey Bird and Field Observatory, it features daily diary entries, video diaries, rare bird sightings, and updates on marine mammal conservation projects.

Tony Phillips of SUNY Stony Brook has assembled an extensive curated directory of birdsong and birding resources, linking to hundreds of sites including the Macaulay Library, Xeno Canto, and Avibase. The collection is organized by region and topic, making it a valuable starting point for anyone interested in bird sounds, ornithology, or backyard birding.

Birding Pal connects birdwatching enthusiasts around the world, matching traveling birders with local hosts at prime hotspots across every continent. Members pay a $10 annual fee to join a verified network of thousands of pals who have met for successful birding outings, with a private messaging system keeping email addresses secure.

Scott Atkinson documents his regular visits to Lakeside Park in Kitchener, Ontario, sharing detailed observations of local wildlife including black-crowned night herons, bald eagles, beavers, wood ducks, and dozens of other species. The writing is evocative and patient, capturing the quiet rhythms of a wetland ecosystem through the eyes of a dedicated naturalist.

The DFW Herpetological Society is a Dallas-Fort Worth club dedicated to promoting understanding, appreciation, and conservation of reptiles and amphibians through monthly meetings, field trips, and educational events. Visitors can learn about local species like the Texas rat snake, access guides to identifying venomous snakes of north Texas, and find out how to join the society.

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.

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.