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The Hummingbirds of Western Montana

10,000 Birds

When I was young, it was the only western hummer to routinely stray east in the winter months. Or maybe I’ll keep throwing away undrunk nectar all summer and feel like a tool. But if you did want to come visit… The Rufous Hummingbird is best known for tenacity and toughness and widespread wandering. It breeds into Alaska.

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Deconstructing Slate's "Pepper" Series

Animal Person

He writes, "The dog remained a vital tool in biomedical research for more than 300 years and was the vehicle for a remarkable run of medical breakthroughs.". He's right with his implication that stopping the seizing of pets and strays simply created a more efficient, effective means of commodifying and torturing dogs and cats.