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Vagrancy in Birds: A Book Review

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Vagrancy in Birds is organized into two major parts: (1) A detailed, 62-page synthesis of research and theory and (2) “Family Accounts,” 259 pages covering bird families from Struthionidae/Ostriches) to Thraupidae/Tanagers and allies (Clements is the taxonomic authority). It may become a poster child (poster bird?)

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Collaborative list – September 2018

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The migrants face many perils, hunters, predators, adverse weather conditions and lack of refueling opportunities due to habitat loss. Common Ostrich – Struthio camelus. The beats have been out to line their route and cheer them along, wishing them bon voyage and a safe return next spring. Kruger NP Central Park. 23 May 2018.

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