Synchronised bird census carried out in Hosur forest division
A synchronised terrestrial bird census was carried out here in the Hosur forest division over the weekend. The census was carried out in 25 sites of the forest division on March 15 and 16 here. The ...
Counting wings at Palamathi Hills: Gang of 12, including students, flies out at dawn
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180 species recorded in terrestrial bird census at reserve forests in Krishnagiri
Krishnagiri: A total of 180 bird species were identified and recorded during the synchronised terrestrial bird census held on March 15 and 16 in reser.
From water play to nature walks: 4 new activities for the March school holidays, including free ones
The Mandai Boardwalk offers great views, while Splashtopia has 10 giant inflatables for water play. Read more at straitstimes.com.
200 bird species recorded in Krishnagiri district wetland census
Hosur forest division personnel along with ornithologists and volunteers carried out the census in 40 locations in the ...
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Birds of Prey in the UK (Complete Guide)
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First Cows, Now Cats. Is Bird Flu Coming for Humans Next?
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A Jan. 30 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) makes a series of claims about bird flu. "Remember they are not killing the ducks, seagulls, eagles and quail," reads text in the post.