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The Storks of Africa

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Furthermore we have another very special stork-like bird, the regal Shoebill , previously known as the Whale-headed Stork but now placed in its own family. This colossal bird is now placed in its own family Balaenicipitidae and it forms an ancient link between storks and pelicans.

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What Will My Next Ten Birds in Queens Be?

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Let’s take a look at how I’ve done over the last four times I played this game. Brown Pelican Lapland Longspur Sooty Shearwater Whimbrel. Cory’s Shearwater – 06 Oct 2013 – Going on a whale-watching trip with my family really paid off. Number 300 in Queens!

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