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The Case for Adding the U.S. Territories in the Caribbean to the ABA Area

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The capital is San Juan, an important center of Caribbean culture and transportation. For example, the Endangered Species Act and Migratory Bird Treaty Act—America’s most important avian conservation laws—apply in both territories. Puerto Rico became a territory in 1898 and a commonwealth in 1952. Fish & Wildlife Service.

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Hong Kong Trip Report: February 2014

10,000 Birds

The Bird Watching Society meets just about every weekend, so birders should check their activities calendar for scheduled events. Mai Po Nature Reserve : world famous locale for shorebirds, waterfowl, waders, and wetland birds; wintering grounds for certain endangered species. Guests are usually welcome for a nominal fee.

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