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The Incredulous New Caledonian Crows

10,000 Birds

A number of research projects have sought to determine if some of these human brain abilities are found in other animals. Research to determine the ability to understand the HCA vs. UCA distinction has shown this to be rare as well. But that’s another story. Here’s the idea. The graph shows the results.

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First Outbreak of Usutu Virus in Germany

10,000 Birds

A few dead birds were collected by authorities and sent to a laboratory for investigation. The first detection outside Africa occurred in Vienna/Austria between 2001 and 2006. The Usutu Virus has spread considerably in central Europe over the last 10 years.

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