10,000 Birds

MARCH 16, 2014

The talk described eBird’s origins in 2002 and traced its history as a project aimed at using “citizen science” to help researchers and conservationists learn more about birds. Steve Kelling from the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology gave the keynote talk, “The Birder Effect: Birding, Science, and Conservation.” And at least on me, it worked.

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Science 2002 Chicago Adoptable 218

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 1, 2013

The Wink and Heidrich paper ( Molecular systematics of Owls (Strigiformes) based on DNA sequences of mitochondrial cytochrome b gene , PDF), as the title indicates, looked at the mitochondrial cyt b gene across about a third of living owls and found Snowy Owl sister to Great Horned Owl, concluding, “the taxonomic consequences would be to merge (..)

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Owls Indonesia 2002 North Carolina 175

10,000 Birds

JUNE 3, 2012

By 2002 we were seeing them a lot less regularly and the Double-barred Finch was the daily visitor to our garden instead. Of course we still have brilliant blue skies and 30c (86f) during the day, but the sun is setting at 5:20pm and the temperature soon drops off.

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10,000 Birds

MARCH 26, 2020

Nature reserve since 2002. Natural Oak, Willow and Poplar forests as well as poplar plantations, wet meadows, marshes and dry grasslands are present. It is an important stopover site and wintering area that attracts the largest congregations of waterbirds anywhere in the country. Dubovacki Rit; photos (3) by Slobodan Puzovic.

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Turtles 2002 Serbia Eagles 192

Critter News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

Signed on 2002-08-15. Completion date: 2002-11-15. Biggest contracts: $232,500 with Army for Live Animals, Not Raised for Food. Signed on 2005-12-22. Completion date: 2006-03-20. 42,000 with National Institutes of Health for Live Animals, Not Raised for Food. Taking place in MT. Signed on 2004-04-15. Completion date: 2004-05-05.

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Primates 2002 2004 Miami 100

10,000 Birds

APRIL 12, 2013

Between 1960 and 2002, more than 50 official documented records were recorded in Everglades National Park alone. From the information I was able to gather, the first record in the state of Florida was in 1953, although a previously unrecognized specimen was collected in 1892 from Key West.

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Florida United States Texas Alligators 203

Critter News

MARCH 27, 2009

This opinion piece is from the Christian Science Monitor in 2002. It may be almost 7 years old, but I think it is as relevant now as it was then. Worth reading and, I think, some reflection.

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Animal Rights Rights 2002 Animal 100

10,000 Birds

MARCH 21, 2022

(Wikipedia, everybody’s main source of scientific information, also lets us know that there is a Nicolas Huet, a French snowboarder born 22 July 1976 who competed in parallel giant slalom [whatever that is] at the 2002 Winter Olympics, where he placed 4th. My understanding is that the fulvetta is not named after him).

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Birds Egypt China Thailand 274

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 10, 2012

I was on my way to a White-necked colony in Ivory Coast in 2002 when a coup broke out and we had to reluctantly turn back, so finally seeing this bird was a dream come true for me, and what a show they gave us!

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Sierra Leone Ghana Equatorial Guinea Cameroon 274

Critter News

AUGUST 23, 2009

Kenya's lion population has dropped from an estimated 2,749 in 2002 to 2,280 in 2004 and probably just 2000 individuals in 2009.

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Kenya Lions Endangered Species 2002 100

10,000 Birds

APRIL 6, 2014

On July 1st 2007 an egg was laid by a Pied Oystercatcher that was known to be an adult in 2002 and had been banded in nearby Roebuck Bay. A second egg was laid the following day and the two eggs hatched at the end of the month.

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2007 Eggs 2014 2002 177

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

A different research says, from 2002 to 2011 the known populations of forest elephants declined by 62%. Even worse is the situation with Forest Elephants Loxodonta cyclotis of jungles of Central and West Africa. One may say so. I say they were butchered, face-off.

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Elephants Botswana Zimbabwe Africa 211

10,000 Birds

MARCH 7, 2011

I worked as a guide and on macaw projects in Tambopata in 2001 and 2002 and the diversity is simply astounding. All the best, CK Pat ODonnell Mar 9th, 2011 at 10:03 am If you are a birder with the time to volunteer for this, apply for one of those scholarships!

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Peru 2011 Deer 2010 223

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

Thus it was that in 2002 a re-introduction scheme successfully brought the Adonis Blue Butterfly back to the North Downs. Rabbits are now thriving again after recovering their numbers and the Kent Wildlife Trust has implemented a grazing policy at Queendown Warren, with sheep and cattle, to supplement the rabbits’ efforts.

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Rabbits Ireland 2002 Sheep 157

4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

Dogtopia was founded by Nichols in 2002 in Tyson’s Corner, VA. Founded in 2002, Dogtopia® prides itself on being a place where pets are valued as family and where dogs enjoy endless playtime and spa treatments in a positive environment. Dogtopia has pledged at least $5,000, with a goal of raising double that. About Dogtopia®.

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2002 Animal Welfare Raised Dogs 100

10,000 Birds

MAY 12, 2020

However, at least one source reported that way back in 2002, there were approximately 700,000 copies in print of the Sibley Guide to Birds and 250,000 of Kenn Kaufman’s Field Guide to Birds of North America. (Rankings on Amazon provide information relative to other books, but do not provide a basis to infer how many copies are sold.)

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2016 North America 2019 2020 264

10,000 Birds

APRIL 7, 2017

It’s the one that arises when people use eBird without realizing that the Wilson’s Snipe was split from Common Snipe back in 2002, and trigger a rare bird alert by using the name of the Asian species for everyday American birds. Feature image by Tim Bowman, courtesy of USFWS.

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Hunting India 2002 Hunters 120

Critter News

JUNE 1, 2009

Sargeant, doing business as Sargeant’s Wholesale Biologicals, buys carcasses from animal shelters and sells them to research facilities such as UC Davis’ School of Veterinary Medicine.

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Animal Legal Defense Fund Shelters ALDF Animal 100

10,000 Birds

JUNE 27, 2014

The Bald Parrot was only described as a separate species in 2002. Being closely related to the Vulturine Parrot , scientists believed that these birds were just juveniles of that species until specimens were captured and studied in the late 1990s. What other secrets does the Amazon still hold?

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Parrots Brazil Mauritius Dominica 171

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 26, 2016

” Many share her fascination with this bird of prey, and it was designated Panama’s official bird in 2002. The name “Harpy Eagle” was coined by South American explorers, and is based on the harpies of Greek Mythology.

Panama 101

Panama Grizzly Bear Porcupines Monkeys 101

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 13, 2012

My personal favorites are three photos of the 2009 Cape May Ivory Gull. I saw the gull, it was an incredible bird, and I have my own photo of Kevin lying on the ground photographing the bird (probably not the photos in the book, I’m sure he took thousands of photos during the two weeks the Ivory Gull was at Cape May).

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New Jersey 2009 Bald Eagle New York City 213

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 18, 2012

A flock of over 10,000 birds was present to the south of Broome in 2002 and the previous record number observed was 50,000 in 1985 on Roebuck Plains. They are presumed to breed in northern Siberia, but there has not been conclusive evidence as far as I know yet.

2002 103

2002 Australia Dogs Breeding 103

4 The Love Of Animals

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Since 2002, NASC has been the leader in educating consumers, veterinarians and business partners about credible animal supplement products and companies that have successfully completed facility audits of specific, nationally recognizes standards through the Quality Seal Program. For more information, visit [link].

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Seals Jordan Animal Companion Animal 100

4 The Love Of Animals

MAY 10, 2010

Pet Paradise was formed in 2002 and currently has 13 facilities in operation of which nine are located throughout Florida; two are in Houston, and one each in New Orleans and Charlotte. Learn more about Matter of Trust and their efforts through their informative YouTube video. About Pet Paradise. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla.,

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Pets San Francisco Jacksonville Houston 100

4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 25, 2009

Dog lover and entrepreneur Amy Nichols is President and CEO of Dogtopia, an upscale dog day care and spa franchise started in 2002. Store owners attend pet CPR classes and all employees are trained in pack management and dog behavior. About Amy Nichols.

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Dogs 2002 Pets 2009 100

10,000 Birds

APRIL 7, 2016

However, at least one source reported that in 2002, there were approximately 700,000 copies in print of the Sibley Guide to Birds and 250,000 of Kenn Kaufman’s Field Guide to Birds of North America. (Rankings on Amazon provide information relative to other books, but do not provide a basis to infer how many copies are sold.).

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Wildlife Portland 2002 2003 188

Animal Ethics

JUNE 11, 2007

This line of reasoning also helps to explain why we recognize certain duties towards both men and animals, but certain others towards men only. For example, nobody would be thought to be oppressing animals because he did not allow them self-government; but, on the other hand, it is generally thought to be wrong to torture animals for fun.

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2002 Animal Experience Experiments 40

4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 14, 2010

Goodall In the Shadow of Man in 1971, Through a Window in 1990, Reason for Hope in 1999, and a number of books for children); Nine films (including those produced by the National Geographic Society and Animal Planet, and an IMAX film with Science North in 2002); Hundreds of popular articles, secondary writings, radio and television interviews; and.

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2002 United States Meat 2010 100

4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 4, 2009

After researching industry trends and carefully planning the venture to serve dogs and their busy owners, Amy founded the first Dogtopia, a full-service dog day care, spa and boutique, in 2002. Under Amy’s leadership, vision, and drive to expand the dog day care industry, the company has experienced overwhelming success and growth.

2002 100

2002 Dogs Industry Groups 100

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 3, 2021

It’s a joy to witness, hear, comprehend, and know. * Flight Calls of Migratory Birds by Bill Evans & Michael O’Brien, originally available in CD-ROM format in 2002, is now available free at [link]. ** For more on female bird song and The Galbatross Project, see [link]. Riebel, Katharina , Karan J. Odom, Naomi E.

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North America Research Birds America 279

Sales and Marketing Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

You can’t pick up a magazine (we’re guilty) or attend a trade show these days without running into yet another discussion on the likes and dislikes of people born between 1982 and 2002 (the officially unofficial definition of millennials). Can we dial it back on the “what millennials want” talk? read more

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2002 2016 54

Critter News

FEBRUARY 23, 2009

The number of carnivores killed has also increased since 2005, which is of particular concern to conservation biologists, since these animals play vital roles in ecosystems; • Dangerous - Between 2002 and 2006, Wildlife Services failed several federal audits to safely inventory, store, and control access to chemical weapons, and in 2007 the agency (..)

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Killing Wildlife Groups Endangered Species 100

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

The blend itself has nothing to do with falcons, but was named in memory of Oregon brewer Glen Hay Falconer, who met an untimely death in 2002. A Peregrine Falcon resting on its sickle-like talons, about to put the hammer down. Falco is hopped exclusively with this blend.

India 136

India Falcons Farming Austin 136

10,000 Birds

JULY 7, 2020

His books since have included regional editions of his guide, The Sibley Guide to Bird Life and Behavior (2001), Sibley’s Birding Basics (2002), and the Sibley Guide to Trees (2009). His art is beloved (if you have owned a Sibley calendar at least once in your life, raise your hand) and his bird expertise is widely respected.

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2020 Birds North America Sparrows 264

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

My guess is that Mastro worked with Kooyman in the writing and organization of this book, including features like the boxed-off text that explains scientific terms and concepts.

Penguins 183

Penguins Seals Leopards Mammals 183

10,000 Birds

JULY 10, 2012

Then in 2002, the news of a dramatic discovery of a relict colony in Palmyra, Syria, a country where they had been declared extinct for 70 years was greeted with jubilation. However this fragile and tragic situation has improved due to intensive conservation measures by BirdLife International and other conservation bodies.

Endangered Species 218

Endangered Species Species Morocco South Africa 218

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 11, 2016

One short clip features Ron Louque, the 2002 contest winner chuckling, “only a fool would go there expecting to win the contest!” The final third of the movie depicts the arduous live-judged elimination rounds zeroing in on several of the contestants in the hall as they watch their paintings get shot down.

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Ducks 2016 Hunters Wildlife 106