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The National Wildlife Refuge System: Birders Leading the Way

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To insure that those places continue to exist, birders should lead the way on education and advocacy regarding the Refuge System. The System also protects bison , bighorn sheep , panthers , elk , grizzly bears , manatees , and ocelots , among others. The reason is twofold, size and mission. It’s not just for the birds.

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Ingrid Taylar: Bridging the Divide Between Cat and Bird Lovers

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It was Los Angeles, after all, where mileage has no bearing on time, but where time was precious for my little rescue on this crystal morning. Now, he lay frightened and ruffled in my hands, his tail tattered, his feathers damp from the maw of a cat named Puck. I scrambled for a box. The wildlife center was an hour away if I was lucky.

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