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Rice Ain’t Necessarily Nice for Wintering Bobolinks

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A new study published in The Condor analyzed the feathers of Bobolinks to determine what they eat after they leave their North American breeding grounds and fly south for the winter. Rice farmers may use pesticides, or other methods to prevent the birds from eating their crops, further hastening the decline of the species.

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Birding According to ChatGPT, Part II

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What are the best field guides for birds in North America? Birders often venture into various habitats, such as forests, wetlands, grasslands, or coastal areas, to encounter different bird species. The primary objective of birding is to identify bird species based on their physical characteristics, behavior, and vocalizations.