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The Wildlife Rehabilitator’s Wish List

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Out of over 30 respondents, almost everyone wanted money for better facilities, paid staff, on-call veterinarians, emergency vehicles, food, and protected land – from Terry and Lindsay in California to Cindy in Michigan, from Sally in Kentucky to Mickie in South Dakota, and Lisa and Lia in New York. wrote Laura, on Long Island.

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After Some Merritt Island Specialties

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The flight shot of the male Eurasian, taken by Tom Dunkerton, shows the unique plumage that is completely diagnostic to that species. Although, these birds in Florida are pretty far south. Not so much anymore, but certainly this is a specialty species anywhere within it’s range. Check out some of these other wigeon shots.

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Where Are You Birding This Third Weekend of March 2011?

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Turkeys, 3 or 4 species of woodpeckers, all kinds of song birds grace our view constantly. All conditions are perfect here in central South Dakota for the waterfowl travelers. Stop by our blog for some nice shots and share the experience!! Almost time for hummers to make there appearance. As I said, we are blessed.

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