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Rainforest Birding: Stay Longer to See More Birds.

April 24, 2014 by Alfredo Begazo 4 Comments

The overall perception by birders and naturalists is that a visit to the rainforest of South America will yield a long bird list, and...

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Best Bird of the Weekend (Third of April 2014)

April 21, 2014 by Mike 3 Comments

I wonder how many of you enjoyed this weekend as much as I did. Was the joy a natural result of a delicious Easter...

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Broome’s easterly winds

April 20, 2014 by Clare M 1 Comment

On Monday the weather changed. It is that time of year when everything changes. Our migratory shorebirds have mostly departed for their northern hemisphere...

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Where Are You Birding This Third Weekend of April 2014?

April 17, 2014 by Mike 1 Comment

The concept of spring as a time of rebirth resonates with all of us. Who can deny the joyous thrill of watching blossoms emerge...

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Seeking Out Unwelcome Guests

April 15, 2014 by Nate 2 Comments

There’s something very matter-of-fact about seeking out non-native target species. There’s very little thrill of the hunt, very little excitement. It feels almost cheap....

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Best Bird of the Weekend (Second of April 2014)

April 14, 2014 by Mike 5 Comments

The beginning of the calendar year feels somewhat arbitrary, especially since different cultures celebrate the new year at different times. The true unfolding of...

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Long-tailed Tit

April 12, 2014 by Redgannet 1 Comment

The Long-tailed Tit, Aegithalos Caudatus, is one of the most endearing of British birds. It is a tiny ball of fluff with a long...

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Freezeout After Hours

April 11, 2014 by Carrie No Comments

As I mentioned before, Freezeout means Snow Geese, and lots of them. But like any aspect of migration, the lots-of-Snow-Geese phenomenon is ephemeral and...

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