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Veery: Superlative Singer

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This YouTube video was produced by the American Bird Conservancy.

The enchanting, spiraling notes of a Veery(Catharus fuscescens)’s liquid song recall long golden twilights in summer forests, shaded streams lined with ferns and wildflowers, and quiet woodland paths. A quick glimpse of this superlative singer reveals a plain, unassuming brown and white bird, a bit smaller than a Wood Thrush(Hylocichla mustelina).

The Veery is a species of thrush belonging to a group of talented songsters that includes the Hermit Thrush(Catharus guttatus), Swainson’s Thrush(Catharus ustulatus), Gray-Cheeked Thrush(Catharus minimus), and Bicknell’s Thrush(Catharus bicknelli). Their … Continue

Booker T. Washington: A Visionary Leader In African-American History

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Booker T. Washington, born into slavery in 1856, emerged as one of the most influential African-American leaders of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His life and work were dedicated to advancing the economic and educational prospects of Black Americans in the post-Civil War era. Washington’s philosophy of self-reliance, vocational education, and gradual progress left an indelible mark on American history, though his ideas were often met with both praise and criticism.

Early Life And Education

Booker Taliaferro Washington was born on April 5, 1856, in Hale’s Ford, Virginia. His mother, Jane, was an enslaved cook, … Continue

Moths In Our Midst: What They Do And Why It Matters

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This YouTube video was produced by The Canadian Wildlife Federation.

Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation to learn about some of Canada’s moths (and butterflies, too!). Our special guest, Christian Schmidt, Ph.D., a research scientist, will take us into the world of moth biology, how they live and profile some Canadian species. Christian will also share ways we can help these remarkable wild neighbours in our own outdoor spaces.

Canada’s wildlife is facing unprecedented threats. From climate change to habitat loss, pollution, and homes being destroyed by the effects of climate change, brought on by human activity, the once-vibrant ecosystems

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