10,000 Birds

MARCH 15, 2011

This week’s post will focus on a stunning birder-friendly lodge in South Portugal that was the setting for our quest for Great Bustards. This homely place is the aptly named Paradise in Portugal , owned by birder and purveyor of fine wines, Frank McClintock. Paradise in Portugal is a perfect example of this.

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Portugal 2011 Deer Birds 169

Critter News

MAY 9, 2010

From the Portugal News. The European Commission said on Wednesday it is pursuing legal action against Portugal for breaching nature protection legislation. The resort falls within a site protected by the Habitats Directive and in the vicinity of a Special Area of Conservation for wild birds (Costa Sudoeste sites).

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Portugal Endangered Species Legislation 2000 100

10,000 Birds

MARCH 22, 2011

In fact Punta Cana is a shining example of how large hotels can conduct their operations in a sustainable manner whilst contributing significantly to the preservation of birds, wildlife and habitats. Fish & Wildlife comes in response to a lawsuit brought by the Center for Biological Diversity. The proposal from U.S.

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Dominican Republic 2011 Birds Deer 180

10,000 Birds

MARCH 14, 2011

link] Duncan Mar 14th, 2011 at 11:20 pm My boss from Tern has let me know that Laysan apparently suffered “significant loss of wildlife and some damage and loss of infrastructure and equipment.&# That said, given the history of the islands I imagine the wildlife will recover with time. I hope I will be able to return someday.

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2011 Deer Pro-Test Wildlife 173