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Birding Longcanggou, Sichuan again (but maybe for the last time)

10,000 Birds

Apparently , they use the presence of their own eggs as a cue for recognizing parasitic eggs – so without the presence of their own eggs as a template they fail to recognize a parasitic egg. As we all know, among the animal classes, mammals are the ones responsible for the largest number of wars. All caused by mammals.

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A Stick! A Bird! A Tree!–Books on Nature for Parents & Kids

10,000 Birds

I think each represents a template of a specific way of approaching this subject. Cleverly illustrated with photographs, maps, and drawings, it focuses on easily found birds, animals, reptiles, insects, and plants and encourages nature-supported activities as both outings and a way of life. The book’s goal is to change all that.