10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Indeed, most of what we knew about Emperor Penguins before Kooyman’s research expeditions was about their breeding behavior and physiology. Kooyman was there to work at McMurdo Station (a large American research station that we hear about throughout the book) as technical assistant on a science mission involving fish.

Penguins 151

Penguins Seals Leopards Research 151

10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 23, 2017

The economic “impact” of a birding festival can be estimated by looking at expenditures of attendees ( e.g., hotel rooms, meals, souvenirs, transportation costs, etc.). I emailed the authors and asked about their research and their use of eBird data. Q: Can you provide a short summary of your research goals and your conclusions?

Oregon 169

Oregon Washington Birds Chad 169

Animal Ethics

MARCH 10, 2008

Recently published research suggests that the situation is even more dire than previously predicted. This Washington Post column highlights the gravity of the situation [Also available here.]. Take public transportation when possible. Most scientists agree that a 3.6°F Most scientists agree that a 3.6°F F by the year 2100.

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Washington Obama Animal Ethics Research 40