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The Best Birding Locations in the United States (according to ChatGPT)

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My high-level impression is that ChatGPT can synthesize lots of information and produce results that initially seem impressive, but that it still makes obvious mistakes and some of its algorithms can lead it astray, particularly for a subject like birding where there is likely a paucity of credible source material on the internet.

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An Osprey Nest and The Migratory Bird Treaty Act

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A letter requesting information on the permit issued to remove the nest got this response from the city, “In reference to your request for documentation for the removal of an active Osprey nest from the light pole at the soccer field, please be advised that none exist. This is a poor photo I took of this pair’s nest back in 2009.

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Feather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds–A Book Review

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Transported by the falcons’ inimitable aerial prowess, I could almost feel the wind stream behind me, feel every subtle movement of wing or tail that determined my trajectory, my speed, my effortless engagement with the wind. Becoming one with the sky, the peregrines flew with ineffable grace, dazzling speed, and breathtaking agility.

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Northern Lapwing

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“ The Beast from the East ” hit the UK last week, bringing over an inch of snow in some parts, crippling communications and transport. But I know you all like lists, so for your information, the lapwings brought my garden list total to 52.

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The Wonderfulness of Local Field Guides: Reviews of ABA Field Guide to Birds of Maine & Birding Guide to the Greater Pasadena Area

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we learn) that are home to coveted boreal species, breeding wood-warblers, and two species of Grouse. Text alerts, if you’re lucky enough to know about them, are great (though most don’t allow for information beyond rare bird sightings). ” birders tell me. Well, eBird is great.

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Reddell Beach shorebirds

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Reddell Beach or Riddell Beach, depending on your source of information is a very picturesque beach in Broome between the port of Broome and Gantheaume Point. You are then able to position yourself behind the shorebirds and enjoy their magnificent breeding plumage! Standing behind shorebirds an hour after the tide has turned.

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Cliff Swallows and Pest Management

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In addition to their homing tendency, breeding swallows are attracted to old nests. It is illegal for any person to take, possess, transport, sell, or purchase them or their parts, such as feathers, nests, or eggs, without a permit. Completed nests during this breeding season cannot be touched without a permit from the U.S.

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