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The Oriolest Oriole

10,000 Birds

In North America, at least in the eastern part of it, we celebrate the return of the Baltimore Oriole to parks and farms this time of year. I will broker no argument to the contrary. Most make impressively woven, deep, nests, and eat insects and nectar, often coming to feeders well-stocked with oranges and jellies.

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Transit in Dubai

10,000 Birds

Pay AED10 to get through the control gate and turn right shortly after. Internet car hire broker sites are offering small cars for less than £20. Do not expect a taxi driver to know the site as it is basically a turf farm with little or nothing to attract punters in from the outside. You will need to know the way.

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