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Revenge Birding (Shanghai, early June 2022)

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If I was an ornithologist aiming for a grant, I would now definitely highlight the need for more research on this topic. The researchers are quite aware of the differences between humans and birds and thus have completely ignored another explanation for this behavior. The Hair-crested Drongo is a bit more common here.

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Four wings good two wings better?

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This is an idea that has been around for more than a century, to which recent research has given considerable support. This raises an interesting question: Did these early birds have four wings, or three tails?). In human evolution, teeth did a two step from typical ape-sized teeth to mega-teeth to teeth small for an ape.

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The Kirtland’s Warbler: The Story of a Bird’s Fight Against Extinction and the People Who Saved It: A Book Review

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Once a body of research was established and the bird was declared endangered, it took many more years of experimentation, political maneuvering, conflicts with the National Guard, and some tragic fires to establish what is now acclaimed as a model conservation project. Now there are volunteer guides, tours and a local festival.

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7 Tips for Creating a Dog-Friendly Yard

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Although dog ownership may pose some challenges in the quest to achieve garden greatness, it’s definitely not a hopeless cause. Also, check labels and do your research before you use any fertilizers, pesticides, or mulch. Instead, use raised containers or hanging baskets to add some visual interest to your outdoor space.

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The Emotional Lives of Animals

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Scientific research shows that many animals are very intelligent and have sensory and motor abilities that dwarf ours. Dogs are able to detect diseases such as cancer and diabetes and warn humans of impending heart attacks and strokes. In many ways, human emotions are the gifts of our animal ancestors. by Marc Bekoff.

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Proposed Changes to the Duck Stamp Not Well Received

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Modifying the art rules to include additional and appropriate bird species is an ideal way to raise that possibility. Another comment from George Lang: I am against this proposed change and definitely am not in favor of adding a second species to the Federal Duck Stamp. Leave the duck stamp alone!

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A Question of Migration

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Way back when I started what turned out to be my thesis research (on humans), it became important for me to learn about bird migration. I was involved in the study of human movement and navigation on land, and there was a lot of research coming out about bird navigation. Well, no, definitely not. Image source.

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