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Bye bye mockingbird? Florida might replace state bird after nearly 100 years
Two bills in the Florida Legislature seek to overturn the mockingbird's nearly 100-year reign as the state bird in favor of a ...
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Bye bye mockingbird? Florida might replace state bird after nearly 100 years
Flamingos were common in South Florida until the end of the 19th century ... The scrub jay is uniquely Floridian, the only bird species that lives exclusively in the state, and it never leaves.
Proposed rule change on endangered species triggers alarm for environmentalists
Birds are among the most vulnerable. Since humans arrived, 71 birds have gone extinct, according to the state Department of ...
When do hummingbirds return to Ohio? Interactive map, when to put out feeders, more
April is in full swing, which means it's time for spring showers, blooming flowers and beautiful melodies coming from your ...
Trump plan leaves protected species a risk, environmentalists warn
Birds are among the most vulnerable. Since humans arrived, 71 birds have gone extinct, according to the state Department of ...
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Flamingo set to strut in as Florida's state bird, Senate bill proposes
The Florida Senate has introduced Senate Bill 880, which proposes a shake-up in the state's bird designations. The bill seeks ...
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Flamingo set to strut in as Florida's state bird, Senate bill proposes
Meanwhile, the Florida scrub-jay, a species native to the state known for its distinctive blue coloring and melodious calls, is designated as the official state songbird. This bird is unique to ...
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Battle of the birds: Florida considers changing state bird
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A battle over Florida’s state bird has once again taken hold in the state legislature. Twin bills in the state Senate and House are proposing that the American flamingo ...