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Stuck in the middle (of the AOU/COS meeting)

10,000 Birds

Some lingered to gaze at samples from the Field’s collection of bird specimens, such as perfectly preserved thrushes, warblers, and even a Rose-breasted Grosbeak under glass. They seem to be a friendly lot, with inquisitive minds and cheerful natures, and are always on the go. Oh, if I didn’t have a day job!).

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South Africa’s endemic birds

10,000 Birds

Richard noticed a variety of pipits that foraged on this grass playing field and after some observation decided that further investigation was called for, as one type seemed larger and longer tailed than any pipits with which he was familiar, and they occurred in large flocks, also an unusual feature for South African pipits.