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For the Love of Trogons

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The Trogon family (and order, since the order only includes one family) is quite widespread, being found in all the tropical (and some subtropical) regions of the world. So far, one third of my weekly outings have involved trogon sightings, with their distinctive calls being heard on a few other trips. Those are good numbers.

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Songbird-parrot link strengthened in new study, with implications for vocal learning

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The post stimulated some great discussions but not really any additional commentary on the science behind these proposed relationships. Zebra Finch ( Taeniopygia guttata ), one of the study subjects, in Indonesia © David J. Not everyone entirely agrees with this assessment, but more on that in a moment. Ringer Suh et al.

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The Nonessential Whooping Crane

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My friend Vickie Henderson , who has some serious long-range vision, looked at the science behind Tennessee’s crane hunting proposal and found it badly wanting. Tags: cranes , poaching , sandhill crane hunting , sandhill cranes , whooping cranes • Camping tents - Check out our pop up tents , family tents , and more!

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Best Bird of the Year for 2015

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During my previous five trips to Indonesia, I only heard but never caught a glimpse of three species. My Best Bird of the Year isn’t that spectacular … just my lifer Violet-chinned Hummingbird at my husband’s family’s house in CO. I love participating in citizen science! Hummingbirds are awesome!

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