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15 Australian Birds (Episode 2)

10,000 Birds

Honeyeaters are a large bird family (190 species) with a strong presence in Australia. In a nationwide survey in 2005, the Australian public rated the common myna as the most significant pest, beating contenders such as the cane toad, the European rabbit, and feral cat ( source ). ” (HBW).

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The Emotional Lives of Animals

4 The Love Of Animals

Chimpanzees and elephants grieve the loss of family and friends, and gorillas hold wakes for the dead. Paul’s family noticed that whenever he was about to have an attack, Tinker would get agitated. Caledonian crows live in small family groups and youngsters learn to fashion and use tools by watching adults. Jethro and the Bunny.

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