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Birding Shanghai in December 2023

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In the same article, Henry Adams, wildlife management coordinator for Lincoln Park Zoo’s Urban Wildlife Institute, describes the night heron as having “grumpy old geezer energy.” However, the fact that there are 30 subspecies seems to indicate that the species has a slightly overblown estimation of its own importance.

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Birding at the Tip of Florida: A Bit of Everything

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In this article, we will touch upon the high diversity of passerines that either winter or migrate through southeastern Florida, the dynamics of bird colonization by both natural range expansions and introductions, and the large number of strays that show up annually from the Caribbean, the north, and the west.

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Birding Sepilok, Borneo (Part 1)

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Anyway, one of the babblers of Sepilok is the Bornean Black-capped Babbler – the result of a split of the Black-capped Babbler (well, at least from a human perspective – the birds themselves are probably quite nonchalant about it). Yes, you can get that information! Probably without having a single thought while doing it!

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Birding Shanghai in April 2023

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Apparently , the two main factors influencing double brooding are the individual quality of the breeder and the timing of the first clutch. The photo of a relative of the Grey-capped Greenfinch is featured in an article on how being around birds is linked to lasting mental health benefits. Who are these weirdoes?

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What To Do If You Find a Pit Bull

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However, any breed of dog that has been abused, neglected, or homeless may be aggressive to humans or other dogs. If you find that dog of any breed is aggressive to humans, it is best to notify the relevant authorities. Amy Shoemaker is a guest post and article writer bringing to us her thoughts on what to do if you find a pit bull.

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Urban Ornithology: 150 Years of Birds in New York City–A Book Review

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Not all habitat change is due to humans; there is Chestnut Blight destroying American Chestnuts in the early 1900s, and the more recent Dutch Elm disease. The first three sections are brief, presenting a summary of the bird’s current NYC status (migrant, resident, breeder, vagrant, etc.), Eaton, and John Kuerzi.