10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

The USA’s only truly indigenous parrot was wiped out by a combination of factors, although direct persecution through hunting seems to have been the major contributor. Today, if you want to see parrots in the USA you need look no further than Miami. Red-masked Parakeets , readily seen around Miami, are not countable.

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Miami Parrots Research Birds 130

10,000 Birds

JULY 18, 2013

And in modern times, that football powerhouse the University of Miami has as it’s mascot a tough-looking White Ibis, known locally as a “ Hurricane Bird ” for it’s bravery (some may say stupidity) in riding out those massive storms. Biblical tales? No wonder ibis are so beloved.

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Birds North America Charlotte New Jersey 203

10,000 Birds

MAY 8, 2013

Turkey Vulture on Little Miami River – Kelly Riccetti, The Red and the Peanut. Vulture Hunts Down and Ravages Sea Turtles – Dale Forbes, 10,000 Birds. Vultures, Human Evolution, and Windmills – Greg Laden, 10,000 Birds. Kings of the Sky – Karen, The Greenbelt. Return of the Kings - Karen, The Greenbelt.

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California Condor Turkey North America Jordan 175