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Bird buffs staying busy during winter months (News Transcript)

During New Jersey's winter season, more birds show their beaks than in the summer. That's why this is the perfect time of year to see different species of birds. Dena Temple, publicity chairwoman for the Monmouth County Audubon Society, said the winter season brings a variety of ducks to the Jersey Shore.

Why does Clutch Size Vary Between Bird Species (BellaOnline)

A common question that many birders have often is asked is why one species of birds may only lay a few eggs while another species may lay many eggs. A group of scientists has completed a study of over 5,000 species of birds examining the reasons for different size clutches.

Can you find the keystone species? (Harrisburg Horizons)

Sherwood “Woody” Wilkes A Walk in the Woods What is a keystone species?  Every habitat supports plants and animals that play an important role in nature. Certain plants and animals are considered more important than others. Their existence in itself is key for other living organisms to survive in the same habitat.  These specific plants or animals are labeled a “keystone species” since many ...

Counting birds (Sonoma Index-Tribune)

In red, Brian Bullick, to his right, Lou Morton and Ann Yasuda participate in Friday's Audubon's 109th Christmas Bird Count. In red, Brian Bullick, to his right, Lou Morton and Ann Yasuda participate in Friday's Audubon's 109th Christmas Bird Count.

Pink iguanas offer evolution clue (TVNZ)

Pink iguanas unknown to Charles Darwin during his visits to the Galapagos islands may provide evidence of species divergence far earlier than the English naturalist's famous finches, researchers said.