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Birding Tengchong, Yunnan (again)

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Sadly, the HBW states that the species is “almost extinct in some areas in China owing to hunting and trapping for the cagebird trade and taxidermy” The Maroon Oriole looks much more interesting, though my photos do not really do it full justice. ” Contribution to the vibrant bird community.

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Birding Sepilok, Borneo (Part 2)

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I agree with eBird that the Asian Glossy Starling is “fierce-looking” Appropriately, it is an invasive species in places such as Taiwan, where some papers recommend reducing the population. My cats refuse to even try Fiery Minivets. The associated bird species seek out drongos, apparently relying upon them heavily for protection.

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Duck Migration

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I have had similar experiences at Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge and you are so right on when you say “am I ever glad that I am a birder!&# Duck MigrationSandhill Crane Hunt in Kentucky?!Avian It was a great experience. in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Korea in future weeks.I What a spectacle indeed.

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