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What is the State Bird of Nevada?

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The Mountain Bluebird is one of the most striking birds in the United States, and is the state bird of both Nevada and Idaho. Mountain Bluebird populations initially benefited from clearing land for timber and cattle crazing in the 19th and early 20th centuries, as this led to the open habitat that they prefer.

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Collaborative List – July 2019

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They accounted for 562 species at this sluggish time of year. Cattle Egret – Bubulcus ibis. Cassia County, Idaho. Cassia County, Idaho. Cassia County, Idaho. Cassia County, Idaho. Cassia County, Idaho. The year list has moved forward to 1962 and the life list has leapt forward to 3759.

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“Condors over Cologne” – Rogue Ales & Spirits: Condor Kolsch

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Following passage of the United States Endangered Species Preservation Act of 1966, the California Condor ( Gymnogyps californianus ) was among the first 75 species listed for protection, the so-called “Class of 1967”. They’re becoming an expected sight there – and one that’s hard to miss given their immense size.