Rebecca Flemingbird

Status: Several records in the province, though the authenticity of some of these reports is questionable. The Rebeccabird is easily confused with the likes of Sharon Stonebirds and Cameron Diazbirds. The Rebeccabird is often spotted on Saturday afternoons eating Eggs Benedict with extra parsley at the "Moustache". Other confirmed sightings include: May 22nd, 1995 in graduation plumage; an unusual sighting August 21st, 1997 emerging from the Sydney casino with a wad of cash; August 22nd, 1997 in brand new fall plumage.

Breeding None worthy of the description. Nest: One-bedroom nest, lined with fur of unknown origin that appears mysteriously in the vaccuum cleaner. This crafty little bird collects plastic yogurt containers, which occupy at least 1/3 of nest's cupboard space. I once placed a perfectly good Tupperware set in a Rebeccabird nest, but the frugal bird continued to collect the opaque, spaghetti-stained yogurt containers. Their purpose remains a mystery.

Remarks An innocuous looking little creature, the Rebeccabird is surprisingly ferocious. On October 27, 1997 one was spotted vociferously scolding the driver of a dry-cleaning van who drove through a puddle and ruined her plumage. The Rebeccabird was spotted again the following day, collecting her complimentary dry-cleaning. The Rebeccabird has managed to forge a symbiotic relationship with the Mikebird, who occupies a similar niche. She has developed an immunity to his ear-splitting "C'mere I wanna show you something" squawks, cleverly feigning deafness, and on occasion, unconsciousness. The Rebeccabird's call, a cheerful-sounding "Wanna-buy-an-article?" can frequently be heard in local newsrooms. Check out Rebecca's resume.