State lawmakers have said they won’t use new names for bird species as the American Ornithological Society tries to eliminate racist references.
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‘Bird chlamydia’ warning issued to Brits travelling to Europe this year – Gloucestershire Live
… bird droppings, dust and feathers. Humans normally catch the infection from pet birds or the likes of racing pigeons, rather than wild birds.
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The Disappearing Birds of Hawai’i – Smithsonian Magazine
There are six bird species found only on Kaua’i. I was excited about the chance to see these birds in their native habitat. As often happens …
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Man who inspired ‘Fly Away Home’ film speaks at Alberta wildlife symposium
Wearing mock bird costumes while running around making engine noises aimed at luring chicks to imprint is something Duff said should be done in …
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Hotline by Friends of Texas Wildlife can help if you see hurt animals – Houston Chronicle
At the intake center, either a trained volunteer, or when needed, a local veterinarian will put the animal or bird on the path back to health. Birds …
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Wrexham man charged with wildlife offences – North Wales Police
Taking a schedule 1 bird such as a Goshawk is an offence under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
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As Spring Shifts Earlier, Many Migrating Birds Are Struggling to Keep Up | Audubon
For migrating birds, timing is key. Their journeys require massive amounts of energy, so they need plenty of fuel on their way, and after they get …
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What’s in a name? For birds, often nothing helpful – Star Tribune
The name Vaux as applied to the bird is likely to get the ax in the soon-to-be-underway effort to replace all bird name eponyms, the names of people …
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7 March 2024 – Respect Bird Breeding Season on the East Devon Pebblebed Heaths
As the season for bird nesting arrives, it’s crucial for us all to play our part in helping East Devon’s wild birds raise their young and thrive.
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Eagle Scout project helps native birds at Magnolia’s Friends of Texas Wildlife center
Conroe Eagle Scout candidate Kevin Griffin recently completed a project to help native Texas birds at nonprofit Friends of Texas Wildlife center …
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