10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

While these birds are very much liked by Chinese birders, the species could unfortunately not be named the National Bird of China as the Latin species name of the bird is Grus Japonicus. From my home in Shanghai, it is about a four-hour drive to the North to Yancheng, a place to look for Red-crowned Cranes in winter.

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Birds Eggs Bald Eagle Owls 204

10,000 Birds

JUNE 9, 2021

Which is why the past two weeks’ outings have been more about native plant propagation than finding new species. I only saw 32 species for the day, which is quite a low number for me down here, even on a short outing. And, for only the second time this year, this excusion yielded no FOY species. (Of

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Owls Investigation Mexico Collecting 168

10,000 Birds

MAY 2, 2023

There are many strands that make up the scientific investigations into the question, “Where do the birds go?” As Heiman points out herself, there are many migratory species we still know very little about. I do not think we have solved the mystery of bird migration.

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Science Illinois Investigation Research 189

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Call me old fashioned if you like, but I rather like many of these old names, as they put a bit of colour and interest into birding, especially if you bother to investigate who exactly the birds are named after. There are many who think that the whole idea is ridiculous, while others believe that it is long overdue.

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Falcons Collecting 2003 Wounded 224

10,000 Birds

JUNE 16, 2021

Honesty requires that I confess to having seen none of these species. These species are visually very similar, with subtle differences in their tail patterns. These species are visually very similar, with subtle differences in their tail patterns. Females of both species are mostly coppery-brown, with red bellies.

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Mexico Indonesia North America Arizona 184

10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 30, 2021

Along with two clients, while calmly enjoying a fantastic natural show of two oropendola species, wood-rails, other birds, and the miniature antics of an A merican Pygmy-Kingfisher , the general calm was disrupted by the distinct screeches and alarm calls of small birds. The rails did indeed come to investigate but came up empty-beaked.

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Costa Rica Investigation Shelters Illinois 258

10,000 Birds

APRIL 2, 2015

There were several incidents involving poisoned Peregrines in that area, so the police and the SVS / BirdLife Switzerland started to investigate the case, assisted by the group of conservationists from Serbia ( the news in German ). And all we have are strong suspicions, but no hard evidence.

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Switzerland Serbia Feral Falcons 194

10,000 Birds

MARCH 18, 2020

Although relatively common here they’re notoriously difficult to see well – a phenomenon clearly not unique to this species ! Before we got to our destination, I pulled the car over to investigate an almost deafening twittering. Golden-crowned Warbler is one of the three resident warbler species on Trinidad.

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Trinidad Battery Industry Bats 220

10,000 Birds

JULY 15, 2015

” But here I’m using it because someone ELSE used it … the Bird 10K project is an effort to do the whole DNA thing they do on groups of species on the whole mess of 10K (or more) birds. Beagle had an enormous impact on Darwin’s thinking about ‘On the Origin of Species’. Order names are according to (36, 37) (SM6).

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Birds Research Groups Investigation 231

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 14, 2019

A raccoon investigates crabs on the mud flats. After all, the refuge was established in 1931 to protect the wintering grounds of migratory species, and my head has already filled with dreams of crisp, cool hikes, trusty binoculars over my shoulder. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. Here, birds make up only some of the wildlife sightings.

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Wildlife Alligators Raccoons Deer 125

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Thus, this study on the feeding ecology of African Harrier-hawk is imperative for understanding the species adaptation to environments and also a crucial factor to be considered while examining their economic status.” I guess blushing is easier if you have a bald face like this species. 300 birds (HBW).

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South Africa Niger Birds Mice 147

10,000 Birds

JULY 18, 2020

With around 400 species recorded for the area, yeah, it’s where we might all like to quarantine for a bit! Named after the Army Ants that are often seen in that area, David Segura has been documenting an expected large number of bird species (check put the eBird list). A Fantastic Day of 200 Plus Species.

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Costa Rica Birds Thailand Family 215

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 28, 2015

So maybe some reckless member of this really quite attractive and fascinating species actually did do something untoward to some long-forgotten birder. The investigation continues. Because of its calls, the Limpkin is sometimes also called the crying bird – also not a name you can take to the playground with impunity.

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Florida Investigation Research Birds 171

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Immediately at the start of the book, Meiburg infects the reader with his delight in one caracara species, the Striated, a resident of the Falkland Islands and Tierra del Fuego, and the southernmost bird of prey in the world. Like us, they seem to have an uncontrollable urge for discovery.

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Guyana South America Washington DC 243

10,000 Birds

APRIL 11, 2013

In light of spring’s recent arrival, do you ever find yourself wondering how some species are able to withstand freezing, wintery days and yet still thrive in summer’s heat? My research proposal “ Towards a mechanistic understanding of feather colors ”, investigates the genetic basis for color patterns in birds. Maria’s Project.

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Panama Research Investigation Chickens 210

Critter News

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

KING-TV reports that both the state Department of Fish and Wildlife and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are investigating the deaths. Investigators say they do not know who is responsible. KING says one of the Nisqually casualties was a Steller sea lion, protected under the Endangered Species Act.

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Sea Lions Lions Wounded Washington 100

10,000 Birds

MAY 14, 2022

Better magnification is always preferred but there’s no need to investigate tiny toe palmations or miniscule feathered details on these magnificant mud probers. However, before looking for more shorebirds, we decided to check another birdy spot, an area good for all sorts of edge, forest, and open country species.

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Costa Rica Morals Rights Guatemala 249

10,000 Birds

MAY 3, 2011

Take, for example, this pair of birds I found investigating a cavity in northern Chatham County this weekend. A pair were busy investigating a broken stump, though the real object of their interest, what I assume was an old cavity, happened to just be on the opposite side. This is not a bird for cubicle farms! Appropriate!

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North Carolina Investigation Jordan United States 200

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 8, 2017

The arguments were framed by legal standards under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and the Administrative Procedures Act (APA). Both parties — FWS and Audubon — wanted the same thing: preservation of the California Condor. But they disagreed on the means to obtain that shared goal.

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California Condor California District of Columbia Utah 106

10,000 Birds

APRIL 30, 2019

But then I moved to Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, which has almost no opportunities to see interesting species (except for a good population of burrowing owls). It took me a couple years more before I was finally able to get the photos that this spectacular species deserves. (I east of Morelia. But it’s the best one I have.

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San Francisco Mexico Turkey California 116

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 20, 2017

Following on from last week where I introduced you to the Sarus Crane , which is one of the largest bird species that we observed on our recent trip across the north of Australia , I will now introduce you to one of the smallest bird species that we encountered. Purple-crowned Fairy-wrens near a vehicle.

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Horses 2017 Investigation Australia 102

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

The following emails were intercepted by our crack team of investigative journalists. I knew we should have used a bigger species! This might not have been the best species to use. They are reprinted here in their entirety in the public interest. We have color coded them by sender in order to make comprehension easier.

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Ducks 2018 New York City Sparrows 150

10,000 Birds

MARCH 20, 2013

Birds, especially those that return to spring earlier than other species or stay later are hardier than we expect. Sure, they may arrive well before other bird species and risk getting caught in a cold snap without an ample source of food, but they are willing to investigate new sources.

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Minnesota Coyotes Nashville Birds 202

10,000 Birds

APRIL 7, 2012

Then a flock of flickers foraging in a field got my attention and I parked and went over to investigate. The flickers flew but a host of sparrows attracted my attention and I gradually made my way up to the area between Park Drive and JFK Boulevard and was amazed at the sheer number of birds.

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New Jersey Sparrows Investigation Killing 175

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 28, 2014

This is similar to the fact that all birds, even first time breeders within a species build identical nests. In another experiment, other species of Darwin Finches were kept next to Woodpecker Finches that used tools. In general, fish will swim to investigate anything that falls on the water hoping the object might be prey.

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Fish Woodpeckers Ostriches Eggs 163

10,000 Birds

MARCH 31, 2013

Apostlebird investigating field-guide. If you ever need a bird species to cheer you up on a wet day then this is the one! We own at least one of each field-guide available for Australia as the information and drawings in each is slightly different and each has its benefits.

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Investigation Australia Family Collecting 165

10,000 Birds

MAY 11, 2012

The species was extinct, a vanished part of the vanishing prairie — and not for the first time. In the 1950s the species was unofficially regarded as extinct by most biologists, a small part lost in the general tumble and disarray of the entire ecosystem they’d inhabited. You couldn’t see it. But this is real life.

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Ferrets South Dakota Wyoming Captive Animal 185

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

The species ranges widely across the Pacific, as its scientific name suggests, from the Revillagigedo Islands off Mexico to the Japanese Bonin Islands to New South Wales in Australia. In the air you can see the wedged tail that gives the species its name. Here a bunch of them are investigating one such burrow.

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Albatross Madagascar Breeders Mexico 171

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 13, 2015

In fact I had not been able to photograph the species in the past due to their hiding in among trees, but suddenly there were very few trees and it needed to hang on. It didn’t take too many minutes and one of the Grey-fronted Honeyeaters came back to the area and noticed our puddle of water and came to investigate.

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Australia Investigation Shelters Birds 155

10,000 Birds

MARCH 24, 2013

They are also inquisitive, so if you observe some near the edge of the road and you want to gain their attention you can turn on your car indicators and they will often investigate rather than run off. They are nomadic and roam looking for food, which is predominately vegetation and therefore they distribute seeds as they roam.

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Australia Investigation Family Groups 179

Critter News

JANUARY 13, 2009

That arrest has resulted in several leads in the investigation. Tags: virunga war congo gorillas endangered species. Mai Mai rebels are described as community-based militia groups frequently involved in banditry. Another ranger was wounded in the attack and a rebel was captured. Here is a brief Youtube video of him.

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Congo Gorillas Endangered Species Wounded 100

10,000 Birds

JULY 16, 2013

The positions of sun and moon don’t change, they can still see features of the landscape and we know some bird species have mental maps of rivers, mountains, and coast lines. So maybe that.” ” Now, I have a new answer: “There’s something about your question that doesn’t smell right!”

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Investigation 2013 Research Humane 193

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 12, 2012

My only wish, a tasty fish … Anyway, the spectacular scenery of New Zealand’s South Island does more than provide stunning wide angle shots for Peter Jackson to use in his films, it provides a home for many great species of bird (not to mention also provide some of the finest walking country in the world).

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New Zealand Parrots Sheep Investigation 159

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 5, 2012

Fresh water crocodiles enjoying the sunshine We chose to have a wander around the area, which is actually a lagoon at this time of year and totalled 39 species in an hour even mid-morning. There were even more species present here and a perfect place for a picnic lunch.

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Birds 2000 Investigation Geese 164

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 11, 2013

The road towards Geikie Gorge from Fitzroy Crossing is also worth taking slowly because there are some good species to be observed. I photographed one to show the brightness displayed, but for a better look at this species you can look here. A Grey Shrike-thrush was vocal and investigating the area that we chose to sit for our lunch.

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Seals Zebras Investigation Australia 168

10,000 Birds

JULY 23, 2016

Birders concerned with ticking off bird species from a list in North America already know all about the AOU Supplement. Green Violetear – Another name for a widespread species bites the dust! However, like any supplement, this publication does provide something extra, something additional.

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Costa Rica 2016 South America Panama 100

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 28, 2016

Following on from last week’s post about Langi Crossing and some of the larger birds species that you can expect to find I will now let you know of some of the smaller species you may encounter along the Fitzroy River at this location. Pied Butcherbird looking for food.

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