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Bird-Eating Fish

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Usually, it’s “Bird eating fish” but here we have a case of a “Bird-eating fish.” ” The Wels Catfish, Silurus glanis , is the second largest fish in its range, which covers much of Europe and parts of West Asia. As noted, the fish-like mammals do this as well. pigeons, Columbia livia ).

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Pel’s Fishing Owls, Phantoms of the Okavango

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For many birders, the Pel’s Fishing Owl roosts in a lofty position on just such a list. One of the most highly desirable birds in the world, the Pel’s Fishing Owl is a true phantom. In full sunlight, at eye-level and eating a freshly caught fish. So my first sighting of Pel’s Fishing Owl was highly appreciated.

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Birding in a Refinery

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Masked Cardinal This Green Kingfisher stared at the water for several minutes, and then proceeded to pounce on a fish that was so close we almost got splashed! They all coexist harmoniously, apart from the fish perspective that is. Due to the plethora of bird species around, invariably we were to experience something breathtaking.

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes 2015 Expansion of Hunting and Fishing Opportunities on National Wildlife Refuges

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Fish and Wildlife Service Director Dan Ashe today announced as part of Great Outdoors Month the agency is proposing to expand fishing and hunting opportunities on 21 refuges throughout the National Wildlife Refuge System. The Service is committed to strengthening and expanding hunting and fishing opportunities,” said Ashe. “By

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Birding Tengchong, Yunnan (again)

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Apparently, the dark color of the plant nectar attracts the bird, as shown by controlled experiments. I am not sure how many tourists this pool attracts, but it certainly attracts a Tawny Fish Owl. ” Contribution to the vibrant bird community. The post Birding Tengchong, Yunnan (again) first appeared on 10,000 Birds.

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A First Christmas Bird Count Experience

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Fish & Wildlife Service expects sea levels to rise due to global warming, swamping beaches on which Snowy Plovers currently nest, it is good news that the number of beaches proposed for protection as Snowy Plover nesting habitat has doubled. Though it is certainly bad news that the U.S. The proposal from U.S.

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Shark Attack Experiment: LIVE

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Nat Geo Wild is airing an amazing show tonight called Shark Attack Experiment: LIVE! will also have the opportunity to connect and tune in to Shark Attack Experiment LIVE online at natgeotv.com and via social media. I for one can’t wait to see what the results of the experiments will be! Will you be tuning in?

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