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The Glitter in the Green: In Search of Hummingbirds–A Hummer Book Review

10,000 Birds

If you had your choice of one bird family to pursue, to seek out and observe and photograph and kvell over, which one would you choose? A passion for one bird family is also very useful. It provides goals and a definite direction for your birding travels and thoughts; sometimes it even becomes the basis of a book!

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Should We Take the “Christmas” out of the Christmas Bird Count?

10,000 Birds

The oft-told tale of its start in 1900 as an alternative to the “side-hunt” which was itself a long tradition in many families warms many a birder’s heart. Bear with me, keyboard commandos of the 101 Chairborn Patriot Squad. Second, a name that includes Christmas in it is, pretty much by definition, not inclusive.