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The beautiful nests of the Hooded Oriole

10,000 Birds

When it comes to nest construction, few if any birds rival the detail put into their nests, like members of the oriole family. The young male always brought a few different types of berries from the area, I think it had to do with ease of collection. The female, when landing on the nest, fed one baby, and flew away.

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New York State Big Year?

10,000 Birds

Anthony graciously agreed to answer some questions via email that should set the birding community’s collective mind at ease… So, Anthony, the New York State birding community is dying to know – are you doing a big year? It really depends on where the strays and vagrants show up in the second half of the year.

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Is fostering the answer? We think it is.

4 The Love Of Animals

Imagine the heart exploding with happiness that the beautiful pet you have supported and loved, has found forever love with a great family. We collect items through regular donations, music gigs, visual art shows, culinary events, DJ events, drop box programs, and more. The former could not be further from the truth. Look at tail wag.

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