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Bufflehead in Flight

10,000 Birds

Hes only been birding since 2005 but has garnered a respectable life list by birding whenever he wasnt working as a union representative or spending time with his family. I’ve spotted Buffleheads a few times here in Oregon, part of their winter range. I agree – Buffleheads are anything but bland. Thanks for visiting!

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On THE DOG WHO COULDN'T STOP LOVING

Animal Person

He was adopted by the Masson family and was apparently the most loving dog all who met him had ever had the pleasure of being licked by. This is why we aren't anthropomorphizing when we speak of the compassion or love or grief that dogs show. This coevolution isn't a mere side-by-side existence.

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The Emotional Lives of Animals

4 The Love Of Animals

Many animals also display wide-ranging emotions, including joy, happiness, empathy, compassion, grief, and even resentment and embarrassment. Chimpanzees and elephants grieve the loss of family and friends, and gorillas hold wakes for the dead. Animal Rescues: Feeling Compassion for Those in Need.

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