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Birding the Danzhou Bay area (Hainan, China) by day

10,000 Birds

While not on the scale of bird migration, it is routinely and somewhat lazily described as the biggest annual migration of humans in the world. In these rural areas, public transportation is still mostly based on rather old-fashioned modes. This species seems to enjoy being in mixed flocks with the White-shouldered Starling.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

To the Editor: Re “ Snake Owners See Furry Bias in Invasive Species Proposal ” (news article, Jan. In addition to the effects of these invasive species on ecosystems, there are also compelling humane and public safety arguments for restricting trade. The trade is dangerous for people, but also for the snakes.