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This group is for birding, birders and bird enthusiasts. One can be a pet owner, researcher, Ornithologist, birder that is advanced or novice. Anyone interested in birds!

Location: Austin, TX
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Evolutlion of feathers in 3 min

Started by Ruth Anthony-Gardner. Last reply by Steph S. May 7. 2 Replies 2 Likes

A TED video on the evolution of feathers. Continue

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Ecology Buys Time for Evolution: Climate Change Disrupts Songbird's Timing Without Impacting Population Size (Yet)

Started by Steph S. Apr 25. 0 Replies 0 Likes

Apr. 25, 2013 — Songbird populations can handle far more disrupting…Continue

Could we see the Passenger Pigeon again?

Started by Dominic Florio. Last reply by Dominic Florio Apr 23. 8 Replies 1 Like

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Nicotine-based pesticides!!!!

Started by Ruth Anthony-Gardner. Last reply by Steph S. Apr 13. 2 Replies 1 Like

Insecticides based on nicotine are widely suspected as culprits in the dramatic decline of both domestic and wild bees. Now it turns out they're just as bad for aquatic food chains and BIRDS.“A single corn kernel coated with a neonicotinoid can kill…Continue

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Proposed coal plant threatens Critically Endangered Philippine cockatoo

Started by Steph S. Apr 9. 0 Replies 1 Like

Jeremy…Continue

The Intricacy of Bird Songs

Started by Steph S. Apr 7. 0 Replies 2 Likes

By Stefanie Foreman on March 4, 2012 8:47 PM Everyone knows that birds sing songs to communicate with each other. Different songs are used to warn other of predators, attract mates, and find food. But how far do these songs really go? How complex…Continue

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Comment by Tony Carroll on December 21, 2012 at 11:13am: Don't know what kind of bird it is, but is is diving for fish.

Comment by Joan Denoo on December 20, 2012 at 10:05pm: Thanks, Steph, the scene gave me a shiver. I hope it was some kind of trick, but it looked real to me.

Comment by Steph S. on December 20, 2012 at 5:59pm: Here is your answer Joan - just follow the link.

http://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=wildlifenews.view_article...

Comment by Joan Denoo on December 20, 2012 at 5:35pm: I am not at all knowledgeable about such things, but why do Eagles not see children as prey?

Comment by Steph S. on December 20, 2012 at 11:37am: Yes, I would not of believed that one. Eagles do not see children as prey.

Comment by Idaho Spud on December 20, 2012 at 11:17am: It appears the Eagle snatching child was a fake: http://news.discovery.com/animals/baby-snatching-eagle-video-goes-v...

Comment by Ruth Anthony-Gardner on December 19, 2012 at 10:28pm: Golden Eagle snatches child (but drops him)

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Comment by Idaho Spud on December 19, 2012 at 10:24am: Interesting picture Melinda. That squirrel doesn't seem to be bothered by the birds at all.

I've seen more colorful birds on this site that I thought existed, and so many interesting poses and actions. Photoshop is a good program, but it's frustrating trying to decide what is real anymore.

Comment by booklover on December 19, 2012 at 7:45am: Oh I know Ruth, that's why I put a question mark after the word sharing. lol. That guy does NOT want the birds to have any, but it's such a cute picture. :)

Tony, these pictures are gorgeous! I don't think that one looks photoshopped.

Comment by Steph S. on December 18, 2012 at 11:27pm: Hey Tony!
Wow Stunning beauty of a bird!
I'll see if I can look it up in my field guide or online.