Red cockaded woodpeckers and other woodpeckers in decline and abundance
The article notes the endangered red cockaded woodpecker and its habitat needs on government lands while contrasting the ivory-billed woodpecker’s extinction. It highlights ongoing protections funded by millions, the Savannah River Site research, and the more common pileated and other woodpeckers thriving in diverse regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Energy
Savannah River
South Carolina
Cuba
United States
Home Fire Drill Urges Real Prep During Fire Prevention Week
Dear Abby urges readers to practice home fire drills during Fire Prevention Week October 4–10. NFPA urges 6 pm on October 7 for a North American wide Great Escape Fire Drill with communities signaling alarms. Emphasizes practicing multiple exit routes and replacing smoke detector batteries.
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Wey Wescape
United States
Abby
NFPA
Canada
George D. Miller
National Fire Protection Association
George
Grackles Arrive as September Birds In The Area
As September arrives endless streams of purple grackles migrate from northern nesting grounds to mingle with native birds. The arrival also brings red-winged blackbirds and other black birds to the area, shaping local avian activity.
Grackles Describe Their Crowlike Glory and Feasting Habits
A local observer details the grackle known as crow blackbird. The bird’s iridescent plumage, bold behavior at feeders, nesting in willows and marshes, single brood of four to six, and gregarious roosting habits are described along with its nest-robber tendencies.
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Blackbird
Ambassadors Club bus trip to South Carolina State game
The Ambassadors Club of Aiken sponsors a Tallahassee trip to see South Carolina State versus Florida A&M on November 14 with return November 15. The package includes round trip bus, one night motel, and game admission for 85 dollars per person double occupancy. A 45 dollar deposit is due by October 10. contact James Gallman or Laddie Smith for details.
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Ambassadors Club
S.C. State
Ambassadors Club of
Aiken
Tallahassee
Fla
South Car
James Gallman
Laddie Smith
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Madagascar
Ecoview
Gibbons
National Fire Protection
Dear Abby
Grackle
Lee Gibbs
Olina State and
University of Florida A & M University
van Heusen
JB White
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