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The Cry of the Curlew

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Research by the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust has shown that predation by Foxes (of both eggs and chicks) is one of the most serious factors limiting the success of nesting Curlews. It is surrounded by a Fox-proof fence No one seems quite sure how many pairs there are today, but my guess would be between 20 and 30.

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The Crossley ID Guide: Britain & Ireland — A Review of the Book

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Fortunately, I had T he Crossley ID Guide: Britain & Ireland by Richard Crossley and Dominic Couzens on my desk. Conceived and authored by Richard Crossley, birder, traveler, and photographer, The Crossley ID Guide: Britain & Ireland is the third book of the series. The description sounded a lot like a House Finch.

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Killingholme Haven Pits

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My Mum will continue to enjoy the countryside and she has always been interested in the birds and wildlife that she sees. Trévaly, TURBALLE (LA), Loire-Atlantique, France. LR-RZ 12.10.14 Saint Armel , Morbihan, Brittany, NW France. Wexford, S Ireland. 10-Aug-07.

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