Wild Birds
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Short-tailed Shearwater
Short-tailed Shearwater (Puffinus tenuirostris) The Short-tailed Shearwater, Puffinus tenuirostris, Yolla, or Moonbird, commonly known as the muttonbird in Australia, is…
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Greater Sage-grouse aka Sage-grouse
The Sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) or Greater Sage-grouse, is the largest grouse in North America. The Gunnison Sage-grouse was recently recognized…
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How Do Birds Survive Winter?
How Do Birds Survive Winter? How Do They Keep Warm? Once temperatures start to dip, most birds start their long…
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Do Eagles Have Feathers on Their Legs?
Most eagles do have feathers on their legs, but some don’t. It depends on the individual bird. The iconic Bald…
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Why Do Birds Fly Low Over Water? Explained!
Why Do Birds Fly Low Over Water? If you have ever been sitting near the water, you must have witnessed…
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Kiwi Bird Egg: Why Is it So Big? Your Questions Answered
While it is not the largest egg in the world, the Kiwi bird egg is unique because it has the…
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Can You Have a Kiwi Bird as a Pet?
One of the most common questions Googled about Kiwis is whether they can be kept as pets. The answer is…
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Where Do Birds Go to Die? Why Do You Never See Dead Birds?
Have you ever wondered why you don’t encounter too many dead birds? Where do birds go to die, and why…
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Why Do Birds Chase Each Other: 7 Reasons
Why Do Birds Chase Each Other? If you have ever noticed a flock of birds, you will often see some…
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Gerald Friesen: Flycatchers / Chats / Tyrants
Gerald Friesen: Flycatchers / Chats / Tyrants Photographer and Avianweb Contributor Bearded Scrub Robin (Cercotrichas quadrivirgata) / Scrub Robins…
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