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Birds in Winter: A Book Review, Written in Winter

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This visual marking of who’s in charge (and who’s not) helps reduce aggressive actions within the flock during winter, so the sparrows’ energy can be used more productively for finding food and watching out for predators.

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Combined Beats List – June 2016

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I am delighted to say that despite her initial reluctance to embrace eBird, Clare was the most productive beat this month, responsible for nearly all of the new stuff. Nashville Warbler – Oreothlypis ruficapilla. Imagine that, Mike! Next month, there will be a sweepstake open to all 10,000 Birds readers. Bosque de Tlalpan.

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