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Bird Day: A Story of 24 Hours and 24 Avian Lives–A Book Review

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” I’m assuming that the series seeks to elevate people’s awareness of the dangers presented by modern life and climate change and encourage conservation and environmental protection, the whole purpose of Earth Day on April 22nd. Indeed, Hauber does make this plea in his concluding chapter.

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The Famous Grouse: Smoky Black Blended Scotch Whisky

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The controversial management of Scotland’s grouse moors for these hunts is discussed in last week’s edition of Birds and Booze.). And with his striking jet-black plumage, he’s the perfect fowl to represent this darker, smoky offering from The Famous Grouse. . Black Grouse Displaying (1907) by Swedish artist Bruno Liljefors (1860-1939).

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