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Birding Fengxian, Shanghai in summer

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Black Drongos must be breeding here – this juvenile was terrorizing his parents with constant calls for food. A large nearby park, Shanghai Haiwan National Forest Park, seems mercifully deserted on weekdays, partly due to the stiff entrance fee, partly because it is not easily accessible by public transport.

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An Osprey Nest and The Migratory Bird Treaty Act

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We are all watching intently as these two beautiful raptors attempt another successful breeding season without further disturbance. After all, we want to see this Osprey pair flying in every Spring to carry on their very successful display of breeding prowess without human interference.

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

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Transported by the falcons’ inimitable aerial prowess, I could almost feel the wind stream behind me, feel every subtle movement of wing or tail that determined my trajectory, my speed, my effortless engagement with the wind. Becoming one with the sky, the peregrines flew with ineffable grace, dazzling speed, and breathtaking agility.

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Northern Lapwing

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“ The Beast from the East ” hit the UK last week, bringing over an inch of snow in some parts, crippling communications and transport. The storm blew in from the Russian steppes and brought the country to a standstill as drifts threatened to top the kerbs and spill onto the sidewalks.

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The Best Birding Locations in the United States (according to ChatGPT)

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The Kirtland’s Warbler is an endangered bird species that breeds primarily in the jack pine forests of northern Michigan. Specifically, the warbler’s primary breeding range is concentrated in a few counties in the northern Lower Peninsula and the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

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Parrot, Parrot, Parrakeet, Hummingbird

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Twenty-five Puerto Rican Parrots are being groomed to be pioneers: The Critcally Endangered birds have been transported from existing colonies to the Maricao State Forest.

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Lakshmi’s Owl

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Lakshmi rides an owl as her Vahana (a spirititual being or animal that transports a God) and the Spotted Owlet has been chosen to represent the family. Prayers are offered daily and at this special time of year, her many names are chanted in devotion. One of these names is Ulkavahini , the one who rides an owl.

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