10,000 Birds

AUGUST 3, 2019

There are more than 50 regional endemics to choose from, and many birds are easier to see in Costa Rica than many other places because of access to habitat and/or lack of hunting pressure. Thanks to better protection from hunting, this fancy bird is tame and easy to see at many sites in Costa Rica. Buff-fronted Quail-Dove. Wrenthrush.

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Costa Rica Panama Birds Eagles 202

10,000 Birds

APRIL 12, 2022

I also did a post about eBird Mobile Track using the refuge as an example.). Hunting is also prohibited in this area of the refuge. My impression is that it is a fairly safe area and families are a common sight on weekends, as are school groups. Thus, there is a good amount of online information for planning purposes. (I

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Portland Oregon Laws Experience 190

10,000 Birds

MARCH 15, 2019

Gyrfalcons have long been prized for their ability to hunt prey considerably larger than themselves, as depicted in this painting by Louis Agassiz Fuertes, where the unlucky victim is a Gray Heron (note the jesses on the falcon). Exactly why the name Grifalco was chosen by this Basilicatan winemaker is unknown.

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2016 Iceland Falcons Europe 100

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

He continues with images found in illuminated manuscripts such as Catherine of Cleves’s Book of Hours and Frederick II of Germany’s On the Art of Hunting With Birds. Egyptian tomb painting depicting duck hunting in the marshes, from the eBook version of Birds and Us, © 2022, Tim Birkhead and Princeton University Press.

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Dissection Birds Research Europe 218

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 7, 2020

In addition, many of the numbers and examples given for NYC areas beyond the Bronx represent species observed in Central Park in Manhattan and Prospect Park in Brooklyn. It’s a very mixed chapter. The authors say they want to “place Van Cortlandt Park’s avifauna in a New York City park perspective” (p.34).

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New York City New York Birds Breeding 149

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Not a great place for a family vacation, though I think Duncan will disagree. Species Accounts are grouped by family, following what appears to be Sibley and Monroe’s 1996 taxonomy. (I The plates show differing plumages as required by the individual families and species. Artwork is by Karen Phillips.

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Brunei Birds Asia China 174

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 3, 2011

And where will I be going that will have the birds I want to see and be acceptable destinations for a non-birding family? The Varied Thrush that spent this past winter in Central Park, the only example of the species I have seen. What other birds that I have seen before will I be excited to see again? Wish me luck and lots of birds!

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Seattle Rhinoceros Puffins United States 160

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

Artists rendition of Inkayacu paracasensis There are 17 living species of penguins, which make up their own Linnean family (Spheniscidae), which is the only family in the order Sphenisciformes. So, which came first, the underwater flight, the ability to hunt fish, the exceptional ability to live in the cold, or the tuxedo-camouflage?

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Penguins Seals Peru Science 191

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 4, 2015

The growth of community bird feeding programs in the 1920’s, for example, is shown to be rooted in post-World War I America prosperity–more spending money, more time, and (this is the part I like) the availability of cheap grain. The story of Duncraft is a good example. ——————– *U.S.

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America Industry Squirrels Birds 228

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

It took most of the rest of the day, but finally at around 5 we found the pack literally on the southern fenceline of the reserve, deep inside the hunting concession that made up the bottom of the park. Like other social animals, his family connections were keeping him alive, as his family was feeding him. Resilience.

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Wolves Lions Dogs Vet 189

4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 30, 2011

By Dr. Tim Hunt, DVM. Pick a pet that fits your family’s lifestyle – Look at the purpose the pet will serve in your family. If a child has ADD or ADHD, I recommend starting with a calm dog to help give them an example of what calm can be. Choosing the right pet for your child is key.

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Compassion Guinea Pigs Purebred Animal 100

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 28, 2011

With them were about 40 White-rumped Sandpipers ( Calidris fuscicollis ) , and families of both Semipalmated ( Charadrius semipalmatus ) and Common-ringed Plovers ( Charadrius hiaticula ). Ermine will hunt lemmings under the snow, haunting them in their lairs. They are good examples for all of us up here.

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Seals Falcons Family Hunting 113

10,000 Birds

MARCH 14, 2011

Either way, it was a heck of a sight and another example of why Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is the best place in New York City to see amazing wildlife spectacles. … Tags: ducks , features , jamaica bay , migration , queens • Camping tents - Check out our pop up tents , family tents , and more! Mar 17th, 2011 at 2:18 pm [.]

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Ducks 2011 Jamaica New York 170

10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 6, 2015

But, for those owls who are more well-known and easier to find, we have the delight of seeing them in full-body portraits, perched in their habitat, with mates, as nestlings, hunting and flying, in concealment postures and eating prey. taken from the Macaulay Library of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. .”

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North America Owls America Dominican Republic 221

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

The USA’s only truly indigenous parrot was wiped out by a combination of factors, although direct persecution through hunting seems to have been the major contributor. Well-represented exotic families include starlings, ducks and doves and there are also many more individual species that now thrive here.

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Miami Parrots Research Birds 133

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Each species account starts with names–family name at the top of the page, followed below by English name of the species, alpha code, scientific name, local name in Cuba and the standard name as accepted by the Sociedad Española de Ornitología (SEO). There is even room for notes. Except for the extinct Cuban Macaw.) by Nils Navarro.

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Cuba Birds United States 2000 229

10,000 Birds

MAY 8, 2013

Old World Vultures are nestled within the family Acciptridae along with the hawks and eagles. It’s actually a pretty classic example of convergent evolution, wherein two unrelated families of lifeforms evolve to fill the same niche independently. Vulture Hunts Down and Ravages Sea Turtles – Dale Forbes, 10,000 Birds.

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California Condor Turkey North America Jordan 180

10,000 Birds

JUNE 21, 2012

There are famous overly dramatic renditions of this for the guy folk that you know about … the walkabout and the vision quest for example. But it seems that many societies have a version of this that is less dramatic.

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Birds Collecting Rodents Wounded 169

10,000 Birds

MAY 8, 2012

Furthermore we have another very special stork-like bird, the regal Shoebill , previously known as the Whale-headed Stork but now placed in its own family. This colossal bird is now placed in its own family Balaenicipitidae and it forms an ancient link between storks and pelicans.

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Africa Tanzania South Africa Uganda 239

10,000 Birds

JULY 4, 2023

The species are taxonomically divided into two families: Tytonidae, Barn-Owls, and Strigidae, Owls, encompassed in one order, Strigiformes. They are also hunted. They roost and hunt, at night (mostly) when we can’t see them. It’s a lot of work. It sounds like fun, but I can’t find it anywhere.

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Owls Science Barn Owls Penguins 209

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

One study found that birds living in Botswana had elevated levels of lead in their bloodstreams during hunting season, presumably coming from lead bullets used on animals killed by hunters. For example, this study showed that Malachite Kingfishers spent more time hunting in locations with more fish. ” (HBW).

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Elephants Birds Congo Africa 147

10,000 Birds

JULY 7, 2020

They portray the nesting cycles of Mallard, Red-tailed Hawk, and American Robin, illustrating the various ways in which birds create families. Do they have families too and do they take care of them? Some of the chapters focus on a specific bird, most are about bird families like hawks, tanagers, wrens, etc., I disagree.

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2020 Birds Groups North America 264

10,000 Birds

MARCH 14, 2011

home about advertise archives birds conservation contact galleries links reviews subscribe Browse: Home / Birds / Sandhill Crane Hunt in Kentucky?! Sandhill Crane Hunt in Kentucky?! Tomorrow, MARCH 15, 2011, is the deadline for public comment on a proposal to hunt sandhill cranes in Kentucky. Kentucky Dept.

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2011 Kentucky Tennessee Hunting 245

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 24, 2020

This boldness isn’t restricted to exchanges with other grouse, either: in some locales, members of this circumpolar family are astonishingly foolhardy around humans. The controversial management of Scotland’s grouse moors for these hunts is discussed in last week’s edition of Birds and Booze.).

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Sheep Branding Ireland Fowl 196

10,000 Birds

MARCH 20, 2011

With the proposed hunting seasons on sandhill cranes being discussed in Tennessee, Kentucky and Wisconsin, we must not forget the whooping crane, which travels and winters in the big sandhill crane flocks. More states will doubtless join the queue of those proposing hunts. Another thing to consider. Now, it’s time to go to the top.

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2011 Hunting Kentucky Hunters 242

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 6, 2022

I finally looked up why Chinese Penduline T**s (as many other bird species, for example, shrikes like the Chinese Grey Shrike shown above, or waxwings) have a black face mask. Apparently , the function is to reduce glare from sunlight and thus to increase the success in hunting.

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Birds Chickens Mammals Japan 211

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Thankfully, as the authors note, this focus on animals to hunt has given way to visitors’ fascination with a range of creatures.). There is also a narrative write-up for each species that recounts interesting behavior, family issues, unique biological facts, the animal’s status in Kruger, and notable conservation issues.

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Rhinos Mammals Animal White Rhinos 238

10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 5, 2011

Like for example the Hoarse Gull, which due to some deficiency in its throat was forever unable to vocalise the deep anger it felt at the world (and us in particular). Some gulls are particularly good at hunting the Ashy Storm-petrel, a species which also has its stronghold on this island.

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Breeding Collecting California Hunting 175

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

While the HBW describes the bulbul family as “often rather plain”, I find them usually quite attractive, though in an understated way that may not appeal to the flashiness-seeking HBW authors. A few examples: the Ashy Bulbul … … Black Bulbul … … and the Grey-eyed Bubul. I certainly have.

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Birds Woodpeckers Kangaroos Madagascar 173

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 1, 2024

For example, researchers fenced in part of the nesting area of Northern Lapwings , thus excluding ground predators from some nests. When Reed Parrotbill s go on family outings, they usually just climb up reeds. This is what they do most days anyway, so many parrotbills now feel that these family outings are basically very pointless.

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Birds Research Science Europe 188

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

This outstanding member of the wattlebird family is unique among songbirds in having different shaped beaks for each of the sexes. We’ll also keep our eyes open for several members of the New Zealand wren family. This should give us our first crack at one North Islands most astonishing birds, the North Island Giant Moa.

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New Zealand Ducks Australia Mountain Goats 200

Animal Ethics

DECEMBER 23, 2006

You don't find many hunters who candidly and unapologetically say: "I hunt because I like to kill. Hunting wouldn't be the "noble," "manly" "sport" that it is, if these were the reasons for doing it. Hunting wouldn't be the "noble," "manly" "sport" that it is, if these were the reasons for doing it.

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Factory Farm Factory Farming Morals Meat 40

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

This is how, I think, the “Crossley technique” works best—coverage of specific bird families that pose identification challenges to birders at all levels of skill. Which is why I chose this particular duck as my example. Hunting: You may have noticed that the Written Species Accounts include a section on hunting.

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Ducks North America Geese Hunters 117

10,000 Birds

MARCH 5, 2011

Below for example is the Hippogriff , but which ornithological influences were used to portray such a beast? Birding Northeastern Germany: Day 3, Part 1 Hunting for Birds in Huntington Beach About the Author Redgannet Redgannet has been working for over 25 years as a crew member/flight attendant.

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2011 Alligators Florida Deer 116

10,000 Birds

JUNE 28, 2018

The definition of the word HUNT is “to chase or search for game or other wild animals for the purpose of catching or killing.” ” Obviously the dictionary does not equate hunting with conservation. If you have some insane idea that Hunting Is Conservation: I think we all remember the fate of the Passenger Pigeon ?

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Hunting Hunters Gorillas Wolves 110