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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 Steph S. on May 14, 2013 at 8:28pm: Scarlet Tanager

Comment by Steph S. on May 14, 2013 at 8:28pm: Summer Tanager

Comment by Steph S. on May 14, 2013 at 8:27pm: Golden-hooded Tanager

Comment by Steph S. on May 14, 2013 at 8:27pm: Red-necked Tanager

Comment by Steph S. on May 14, 2013 at 8:26pm: Tanager from Brazil

Comment by Steph S. on May 14, 2013 at 8:25pm: Dominic is right about the bread. However, I see people at the parks feeding birds all sorts of things like chips and bread.

Melinda I love the bird and computer pic. Mindy is a cute name for you.

Yes, Spud - tell others not to feed birds junk food.

Comment by Idaho Spud on May 14, 2013 at 7:18pm: I'm glad to know we shouldn't feed bread to ducks, geese, and swans. I'll remember that and inform others when appropriate.

Comment by booklover on May 14, 2013 at 5:08pm: I am so glad to have learned that about the bread! I will tell everyone I know not to feed that to the ducks!

Spud, I love that you called me Mindy! Now I am Melinda, Mindy, booklover, and one good friend on here decided to call me Mel. Just don't call me late for dinner! ;)

Comment by Joan Denoo on May 14, 2013 at 5:06pm: Angel Wing or Slipped Wing

I have not heard of this condition. Interesting deformity, and terrible for wild birds who do not have protection. Do you plan to keep them as a permanent resident, or are there places, such as families or parks who want non-flying geese?

My neighbor across the street has a duck, she makes diapers for her, and lets her in the house. She loves my back yard because I have so many things she likes to eat ... especially likes to sit on the Wooly Thyme. I keep a tin bushel basket with fresh water for her and she likes to climbs in. Her name is "Fritz" ... don't ask me why!

Comment by Joan Denoo on May 14, 2013 at 4:57pm: Dominic, I understand about bread. Is there any seed not good for wildlife? Have you seen any research on GMO seeds in bird feeds? I haven't paid any attention, and I assume GMO is as bad for raising seeds as for raising corn for seeds.