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Birding Tengchong, Yunnan (again)

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He should not be confused with Stewart Traill (1936–2018), the founder of a cult-like group of evangelical Christians, the Church of Bible Understanding. I am not sure how many tourists this pool attracts, but it certainly attracts a Tawny Fish Owl. ” Contribution to the vibrant bird community.

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What the Owl Knows: The New Science of the World’s Most Enigmatic Birds: A Book Review

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How much do you know about owls? I’ve been fortunate to encounter many owls in my birding life, sometimes because I’m looking for them, sometimes happily by happenstance. What the Owl Knows: The New Science of the World’s Most Enigmatic Birds is a joyous, fascinating read. I don’t think so.

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Bird News Roundup: Birds of a feather … well, you know the rest

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It’s hard out there for a pheasant (in Nepal, that is). A pair of Burrowing Owls are ready for their close-up. News big bird black-throated blue warbler burrowing owls cats International Bird Rescue mating penguins pheasants social groups spill' Single, for the moment, BTBW above by Corey.). Sorry, couldn’t resist.).

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