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Revenge Birding (Shanghai, early June 2022)

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If I was an ornithologist aiming for a grant, I would now definitely highlight the need for more research on this topic. The researchers are quite aware of the differences between humans and birds and thus have completely ignored another explanation for this behavior.

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The Kirtland’s Warbler: The Story of a Bird’s Fight Against Extinction and the People Who Saved It: A Book Review

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Once a body of research was established and the bird was declared endangered, it took many more years of experimentation, political maneuvering, conflicts with the National Guard, and some tragic fires to establish what is now acclaimed as a model conservation project. Now there are volunteer guides, tours and a local festival.

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Extinction Week on 10,000 Birds

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Others are only known from a specimen or two sitting in the drawer of a research institution. Sure, we try not to introduce snakes, rats, cats, goats, pigs, and a host of other creatures to isolated islands. In order to raise our awareness, to remind us of what we have lost, and to inspire us to fight for Every. Maupiti Monarch.

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Birding Shanghai in June 2022

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As with Chinese male humans, having your own building is still vital to raising young. Most scientific research really just proves the obvious. So, the birds start collecting mud and small sticks. Nest building: a good activity for a rainy day. You should try it too. Back to real birds.

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