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The Gas Station Bird

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You can own a gorilla in Indiana, but not a bear in Michigan. No guarantees, but in this case the agency had already given the owner a warning and was responsive and willing to investigate complaints. One’s ability to own an exotic species varies from state to state. You can own a yak in Kentucky, but not a cheetah in Maine.

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The Secret Perfume of Birds: Uncovering the Science of Avian Scent–A Book Review

10,000 Birds

About midway through The Secret Perfume of Birds she enthusiastically describes taking on the challenge of becoming managing director of the BEACON Center for the Study of Evolution in Action at Michigan State University, a Science and Technology Center funded by the National Science Foundation.

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