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The little-known effect of the Egyptian Goose on the work load of the Florida Records Committee

10,000 Birds

Some lament the invasive nature of the species and fear for the welfare of their native waterfowl. The reasons for the Florida Records Committee’s anticipation of an increased work-load are twofold: 1 – The species occupies all habitats imaginable so long as they include some form of water.

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Steven M. Wise on Legal Rights for Animals

Animal Ethics

The European Community and the member states signatory to the treaty are required “to pay full regard to the welfare requirements of animals.” But a change in the common law (which Germany does not have) may be the most likely of all. What is the common law? Wise , “ The Evolution of Animal Law Since 1950 ,” chap. Salem and Andrew N.

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Some Germans have a bird – A short birding trip through the German language

10,000 Birds

This model was very popular in Germany in the 1970s and 1980s and it was commonly called “Ente“ (duck) due to its round hood. And then we have the terms “Eule“ and “Kauz“, but the assigning of the various species into these two categories is not consistend and lacks taxonomic base and reason.

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