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Tag: Bird
Dozens of Bald Eagles Died from Bird Flu
[ad_1] New threats to the species, such as wind turbines or the avian flu strain, could threaten its long-term success. Dr. “The endurance of these animals was very close toRead More
Things to Know About the Bird Flu Pandemic
[ad_1] From Wyoming to Maine, the highly contagious avian flu epidemic has swept farms and backyards across the United States this year, resulting in the culling of millions of chickensRead More
The Natural (and Political and Cultural) History of the America Bird
[ad_1] The fate of our (unofficial) national bird has fluctuated. Native to North America, bald eagles formed wild, handsome symbols for a new country, but as true birds they wereRead More
Bird Flu Spread in the US Concerns the Poultry Industry
[ad_1] The 2014-15 outbreak is considered the most devastating in the country’s history. Although the federal government compensated farmers for lost flocks, it quickly increased prices for poultry and eggsRead More
Chasing the Night Parrot: The ‘Ghost Bird’ in Outback Australia
[ad_1] For about 140 years there has been no confirmed opinion of a viviparous night parrot. That’s why it was one of the biggest stories about the species rediscovery inRead More
Did You See What Big Bird Tweeted?
[ad_1] Ted Cruz, who had a fight with Big Bird on Twitter, was not on our 2021 Bingo card. However, the Texas senator chirpNaming the “Sesame Street” character as theRead More
Early Bird Sale on Christmas Cards, Gift Tags and Decor!
[ad_1] If you’re looking for ways to make this Christmas season extra special – either by updating your holiday decor or going the extra mile with gift wrapping – thenRead More
Biden Administration Restores Bird Protections By Removing Trump Rule
[ad_1] WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Wednesday restored protections for migratory birds that were loosened under former President Donald J. Trump, a move celebrated by conservatives but expected toRead More
This Hungry Spider’s Prey Trick Looks Like Bird Poop
[ad_1] It almost sounds like a game procession: You look like bird poop and smell like it. For the aptly named bird dung crab spiders that live in the tropicalRead More