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Protecting nesting birds

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I thought you would like to know that there are some birds here on the Australian mainland that actually have protection. The birds first arrived on the mainland in 1996 after breeding on the nearby island, Lawrence Rocks. They had been breeding successfully until 2007 when every single nest failed due to predation by foxes.

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The return of the Old Man

10,000 Birds

Sadly, they no longer breed in Algeria, while in Turkey no free-flying birds remain. (In Storks, Ibises and Spoonbills of the World states that “disturbance by local people, tourists, and egg and zoo collectors has similarly reduced the colonies, and more protection is vital”. In 1890 an estimated 3,000 pairs nested in Birecik.)

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Rarer than Tigers: the Indian Wild Dog

10,000 Birds

We are observing a Dhole , also called Asiatic or Indian Wild Dog. A hundred metres down the track, several more Dholes await us, totalling eleven dogs. Even in protected areas of north-east India, prey densities are very low. Only in protected areas in southern and central India (e.g.

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Thirteen years of weekly posts

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As I sit at my desk writing this post about the latest attempt at breeding for one of our pairs of Pied Oystercatchers I realise I have written 677 posts now for this website. This rocky area high up beyond the beach sand offers great camouflage and protection. I suppose they know me! One large Pied Oystercatcher family !

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When Choosing A Pup, Research ‘Breeds’ Results

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His large pouty eyes, silky fur-coat, and silly little paws on which he fumbled all over the hay-covered kennel, lured me in like a dog to a bone. Don’t let the dog eat your homework. Here are some things to consider when comparing different dog breeds: • Do you live in an apartment or a house with a small backyard?

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Why Your Dog Barks

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Barking is a natural means of communication for a dog. Dog barking can signify needs, protection, and dominance. Some breeds are simply “barking dogs”. There are those small breed dogs who seem to love the sound of their own voices, and will bark for any apparent reason. Reasons Your Dog May Bark.

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Mark Zuckerberg ‘Likes’ Two New Dogs

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LA-Based Zoom Room CEO and Dog Training Expert Explores the Breeds He Chose. Choosing the best dog to welcome into your family is a daunting task – even for someone like Mark Zuckerberg. Jaime Van Wye, expert dog trainer, and founder of the Zoom Room, weighs in on the difference between the two breeds.

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