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The long and winding road

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In the High Arctic we find several migrating species that break that mould. This tiny passerine winters in Africa, places like Tanzania, Nigeria, Somalia. Anywhere from 3-8 very pale blue eggs are laid, incubated by both parents. From the Tundra to the African Steppes. Nests are usually made in a sheltered cleft in rocks.

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Combined Beats’ List – September

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Redgannet missed an opportunity to contribute when he was completely washed out at Lekki Conservation Centre in Nigeria. Contributions this month have come from; Costa Rica, USA, Australia, Mexico, Serbia, South Africa, UK, Botswana, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia and Iran. Big Egg Marsh. Negri-Nepote Grasslands. 25 Apr 2016.

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