River of raptors
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The Colville River in Alaska eschews the stupendous majesty of the state's better-known rivers in favor of solitude, space, and birds galore. In summer more peregrine falcons, gyrfalcons, and rough-legged hawks nest there than anywhere else in the world. Joining them are yellow wagtails, ravens, Canada and white-fronted geese, hoary and common redpolls, and more. Wolverines, grizzly bears and other wildlife also complement the solitary nature of an expedition there.
Publication Name: Wildlife Conservation
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 1048-4949
Year: 1995
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Viewing the crown jewels; even people who profess to have no interest in birds will be dazzled
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The hummingbirds are the crown jewels of the Nature Conservancy's Arizona Ramsey Canyon Preserve, although more than 300 species of plants and 170 species of birds have appeared here. In 1991, a one-day survey found the national record of 96 species of butterfly in the canyon. Ramsey Creek is the canyon's permanent stream which assures that wildlife will always be there. By limiting access, the Conservancy assures the survival of flora and fauna in this place.
Publication Name: Wildlife Conservation
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 1048-4949
Year: 1996
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Valley of the Trogons: a magical place in the Chiricahua Mountains of Arizona
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The Chiricahua Mountains, part of the Coronado National Forest in Arizona, provides bird-watchers with an opportunity to see birds not usually found north of Mexico. The Valley of the Trogons is an especially prized bird-watching spot where two species of trogons live. Other wildlife found in the region include Lucy's warblers, roadrunners, hummingbirds, Cooper's hawks and deer, bear and mountain lions.
Publication Name: Wildlife Conservation
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 1048-4949
Year: 1993
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