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Mallards are a Threat to Mottled Ducks in Florida

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Most were introduced, meaning they were brought to Florida by humans. However, captive-reared mallards are being unlawfully released by humans in large numbers in Florida. The Meller’s Duck is highly endangered in its native Madagascar. Exotic species are animals that did not historically occur in Florida.

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Come@Me: Don’t Mourn for Extinct Birds

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A bit of background: Pink Pigeons are medium-sized, pink/gray/ brown birds found on the island of Mauritius, Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. Is it any wonder that Pink Pigeons were on the brink of extinction when humans intervened? The thunder of wings made shouting necessary for human communication” (p.54).

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When birds attack!

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In the event I’m in a life or death struggle with an Oregon Junco or a particularly feral Dunnock I’d rather my birding companion was at least nominally on my side. A young bird contemplates a future of attacking humans in a funny field.