Birds of a Feather Celebrates 100th Episode on U&Drama

The American woodcock, a member of the sandpiper family found in Ohio, is notable for its distinctive long bill, large eyes, plump body, and unique, comical movements that resemble a break dancer's mincing steps. Among the 37 sandpiper species recorded in Ohio, the woodcock and the spotted sandpiper are the most common breeders in the state. Most sandpipers are migratory, using Ohio as a stopover between distant breeding and wintering grounds. Russell McGregor, an award-winning historian and birding enthusiast, has authored 'Enchantment by Birds: A History of Birdwatching in 22 Species,' the first history book structured around birds and focused on Australian birdwatching, highlighting the cultural and natural significance of birds to all nature lovers. Additionally, England's fifth cricket Test at the Oval continues to draw early morning attendees who, despite varied interest in cricket, gather to experience the event and its community atmosphere. These topics collectively underscore the diverse ways birds and nature enrich human culture and leisure, from historical appreciation to sporting events and natural observation.