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Association of Shelter Veterinarians – April 19, 2023

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The Association of Shelter Veterinarians held its annual member reception in Baltimore on April 19. The association presented awards and announced new officials.

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The Once and Future Oriole

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I can’t possibly remember when the Baltimore and Bullock’s Orioles were lumped into Northern Oriole. I felt like the injustice was fresh, and that I, personally, had been robbed of the Baltimore Oriole. You’ll note that I felt robbed of the Baltimore Oriole. Images courtesy of the US Fish and Wildlife Service.

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Orange You Glad To See Me?

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Baltimore Oriole. If you ask me, no bird looks more at home with an orange than a male Baltimore. Normally a suspicous and scolding bird of thickets, catbirds become a bird of close proximity and courage when confronted with a fresh orange. Orchard Oriole. Orioles, really, really like oranges. They can’t get enough.

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I and the Bird: What is a Raven?

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But when the Baltimore Ravens are set to play in Super Bowl XLVII, suddenly everyone loves ravens. And come back later in the week when I predict with almost uncanny certitude the likelihood of the Baltimore Ravens winning Super Bowl XLVII! Enjoy our special RAVEN edition of I and the Bird.

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The Oriolest Oriole

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In North America, at least in the eastern part of it, we celebrate the return of the Baltimore Oriole to parks and farms this time of year. Baltimore Orioles are surprisingly slight when you get a look at them, but troupials are about the size of a jay, and with the bearing to go with it. I will broker no argument to the contrary.

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Where Are You Birding This First Weekend of 2015?

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Corey has already added some cracking birds to his year list and will continue his relentless observation of avifauna while visiting Baltimore this weekend. A pristine weekend lies before you like an untroubled field of freshly fallen snow. Make your mark and see some birds. How about you? Share your plans in the comments below.

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Signs of Spring Migration in Costa Rica

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Baltimore Oriole- one of the more common wintering birds in Costa Rica. Based on birding this very morning from the back of my place in Costa Rica, I can guarantee that at least some Baltimore Orioles, Tennessee Warblers , a Painted Bunting and a few other migrants are still far to the south.