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Birding Ruoergai, Sichuan, China

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The HBW even mentions the importance of Ruoergai for this species: “Key sites for migrants include the Ruoergai Plateau (China), which is also an important breeding area” Common Mergansers also seem to use these wetlands as breeding area. The post Birding Ruoergai, Sichuan, China appeared first on 10,000 Birds.

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Crested and Proud

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Their main use is to display – either to communicate with other members of the species or to scare other species, as a raised crest makes the bird appear larger. In fact, crests occur in at least 20 of the 30 orders of extant birds, and in all major groups of passerines. Crests are made of feathers.

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Birding Balangshan, Sichuan, China (part 3)

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DNA fingerprinting has been used to show that, within broods, there is often mixed paternity, although the female is always the true mother of the nestlings raised within her nest. In turn, males seek matings with all the females. ” Sounds like a good topic for a raunchy novel.

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Whooper Swans at Lake Kussharo, Hokkaido

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However, some swans claim that the views are much better in the highland habitat, and others are not that keen on raising chicks anyway. in migratory whooper swans ( Cygnus cygnus ) in China” And if a swan looks at you in a particularly arrogant way, show it these papers too.

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Birding Yibin, Sichuan

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Yibin is a typical smallish Chinese city (which in China means slightly above 850,000 people in the metro area, which would make it the fifth-biggest city in Germany but does not get it into the top 100 in China). What a pity.) But then, would a lady pheasant be pleased to be described as “large”? What a weird world.

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Tainted Milk Poisons Dogs Raised for Fur

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Only from China could you get TWO atrocities in one. Not only did tainted milk kill 1,500 raccoon dogs (they really look like raccoons), but these dogs were being raised for their FUR! Tags: fur china food.

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Potential Efficiency Improvements

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Today, I invite you to join me, Kai Pflug, on an extraordinary avian expedition as we explore the vibrant cityscape of Shanghai, a hidden gem for birdwatchers in the heart of China. Birding Beyond the City: For the more adventurous birder, Shanghai serves as a gateway to explore the diverse landscapes of eastern China.

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