10,000 Birds

MARCH 15, 2016

It was a warm afternoon on the Florida Panhandle, and my husband and I were exploring the recreation areas of Eglin Air Force Base, which is the size of Rhode Island. As a result of development and loss of their habitat, their populations have vastly declined , and they have been listed as a federally Endangered Species.

Woodpeckers 101

Woodpeckers Rhode Island Florida Endangered Species 101

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 4, 2012

The authors outline the basic problems of New England’s ecosystem, with attention given to endangered species such as the New England Blazing-star (a late-summer wildflower whose habitat is disappearing) and the dangers of invasive species (beware of Garlic Mustard!).

Massachusetts 207

Massachusetts North America Rhode Island Ohio 207

10,000 Birds

MARCH 20, 2011

What could motivate gunmen (I cannot call them hunters) in two states to deliberately kill North America’s tallest and most critically endangered bird? It may be as sick as deliberately targeting an endangered species for death. Speculation is useless in acts of vandalism. It may be as simple as trying to hit the big white one.

2011 242

2011 Hunting Kentucky Hunters 242