10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Developed in the post-frontier era, the NAMWC helped put a stop to wanton wildlife destruction in an era where many species were being hunted and trapped ruthlessly to the brink of extinction. Now, in 21st century America, we’re entertaining new considerations, in keeping with our modern understanding of wild animals and conservation.

Wildlife 238

Wildlife Coyotes Hunters Wolves 238

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

It is now more important than ever to draw on the diverse group of refuge advocates around the country to safeguard America’s wildlife heritage 1. Without adequate funding, habitats are not restored, invasive species are left unchecked, poaching and other illegal activities occur and our nation’s wildlife suffers 1.

Wildlife 199

Wildlife Hunters Ducks Hunting 199

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

BBC Nature has a really cool video of the Peregrine hunting a pigeon in a stoop. Although Peregrines are famous for hunting birds from above by stooping down on them, they use several other means of attaining prey and are most active at dawn and dusk. Don’t miss it! Peregrine Falcon from Sacramento NWR auto loop.

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Falcons Wildlife Sacramento Endangered Species 134

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

but the property continues uphill into the foothills of the Talamanca Mountains to more than 600 m / 2,000 ft, and those higher reaches are overgrown with primary rainforest that adjoins one of the biggest transboundary conservation areas in Central America, La Amistad National Park (1 million hectares / 2.2 million acres).

Costa Rica 137

Costa Rica Reptiles Farming Mississippi 137

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

The one downside: they make your feet incredibly stinky, but if that’s what I must suffer for foot comfort, so be it. Even if your birding trip is June, even if you’re going to be in Central America–always pack a pair of gloves. They have great arch support and toe protection and are great for hiking.

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Birds North Dakota Florida Soreing 259