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Second Atlas of Breeding Birds in Pennsylvania: A Review by an Atlas Novice

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The Atlas of the Breeding Birds of Nevada (Univ. of Nevada Press, 2007) features a cover by David Sibley. And, if you are part of an ongoing atlas project in your state, tell us about your experiences. Behind every distribution map, there must be a fascinating birding experience. of New Mexico Press, 2005).

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Laws Guide to Drawing Birds

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In June 2012, I had the great fortune to visit Trinidad and Tobago in a group that included birder and artist Matthew Dodder. But for non-artist birders as well, stopping to notice this feature in a bird enriches our birding experience whether we plan on drawing or not. Enter John Muir Laws.

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Best Bird of the Year 2013

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As 2013 draws to a close we here at 10,000 Birds thought that it would be a great idea if we, like we did in 2010 , 2011 , and 2012 , shared our Best Birds of the Year. It was easily one of the best birding experiences I’ve ever had, even impressing my nonbirder fiance. You can read more about his experience here.

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