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Crested and Proud

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A crest is a “comb or tuft of feathers, fur, or skin on the head of a bird or other animal” Birds use them for display purposes – they can be either recumbent (not noticeable when not erect) or recursive (noticeable in all states). Quite a few bird species have crests. Crests are made of feathers.

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Rescue Spotlight: Kitten Rescue

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Founded in 1997, it has become one of the largest animal rescue groups in Los Angeles. Every year they host a great event to help raise the funds that they need to continue their rescue efforts. 2010 Fur Ball at the Skirball Hosted by Jenna Fischer. 2010 Fur Ball at the Skirball Hosted by Jenna Fischer.

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The Geladas of Ethiopia

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We were able to spend hours sitting right in amongst super-groups of 500-600 Geladas that just carried on with their daily business in total oblivion to our presence. The basic Gelada social unit is a harem (or unimale group) made up of a dominant male and several females (1-12), their young and sometimes subordinate males.

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The Emotional Lives of Animals

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Nonetheless, they adjusted their behavior to allow Babyl to remain with the group. Caledonian crows live in small family groups and youngsters learn to fashion and use tools by watching adults. I wondered what in the world he’d brought back and discovered the wet ball of fur was a very young bunny.

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