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The Great Bustard Search is On (1)

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It is estimated that there were more than 1000 Great Bustards in the northern lowlands of Serbia at the beginning of the 20th century, but back then these birds were also present in the south and the east of the country. Habitat destruction combined with hunting has pushed them away from their former breeding grounds. Lots of it.

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Feather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds–A Book Review

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The tiercels (young Peregrines) must deal with Golden Eagles, Ravens, adult Peregrines, and foxes; they must also learn to navigate the skies and make their own kills, luckily these skills appear to be innately learned. It’s presented here from a different perspective, both more personal and more scientific (those footnotes!).

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Westminster Weekend and a Purina Giveaway! #wkcdogshow

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Here’s a list of all the broadcasts for this year’s Westminster show: First-ever Masters Agility Championship at Westminster presented by Purina Pro Plan Saturday, February 8 — Airing LIVE on FOX Sports 1 from 7-9 p.m. ET (check your local listings for the channel).

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Owls or Microwaves?

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Since it was still light out when Will picked me up we went first to Papscanee Island to see if the enormous icterid flocks from last week were still present. Also present along the north and south entrance roads were Song , White-throated and Fox Sparrows , the usual host of American Crows , and a sluggish, unresponsive American Robin.

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Urban Ornithology: 150 Years of Birds in New York City–A Book Review

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The authors’ detailed delineation of problems with the accuracy of NYC breeding bird surveys or with the limits of historical writings may test a reader’s patience. The first three sections are brief, presenting a summary of the bird’s current NYC status (migrant, resident, breeder, vagrant, etc.), It’s a very mixed chapter.

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Birding Santa Cruz Island

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Rockpipers are present here on the rocky shores and jetties of the outer harbor from early fall through the middle of spring. At the very northern end of their breeding range in the Channel Islands, they are strictly a Californian bird as far as the U.S. Aside from birds, people really seem to like Island Foxes. is concerned.

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Seizures In Dogs: Could Your Dog Have A Seizure?

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Here are some of the most common causes of/risk factors for seizures in dogs: Breed Susceptibility. Some dog breeds are prone to inherited metabolic disorders that may cause seizures. Along with breeds susceptible to low blood sugar that may cause seizures, puppies of any breed are also prone to the condition.

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