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    US feds plan to kill 500K invasive owls

    This plan seems ill advised on many levels. The federal government plans to kill half a million West Coast owls
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    Death of Flaco, NYC's Eurasian eagle-owl

    What killed Flaco the owl? New York zoologists testing for toxins, disease as contributing factors
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    Gloucestershire study on night roosting habits

    Study of the European robin, Eurasian blackbird, great tit and dunnock Gloucestershire study finding out where garden birds go at night
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    Question about updated BD II XD models

    The Kowa BD II XD series is currently advertised as having Prominar glass, like the Genesis models. Does anyone know if this is an upgrade over previous BD II XD models? Or more of a marketing thing?
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    Where are Hawke monoculars made?

    I have the 7x42 Hawke Marine monocular and recently tried the 8x42 Endurance. Couldn't find the country of manufacture on either monocular. Curious if anyone knows where they're made?
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    Cornell's review of 8x32 compacts under $500

    Best Affordable Compact Binoculars (8×32) The Best Affordable Compact Binoculars (8x32): Our Review
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    Optics quality expectations

    Over the last couple of years I've purchased several budget optics online, most between $100-$300. Name brands, positive reviews, but several binoculars were defective out of the box. I exchanged or returned problem units from 5 different brands. In addition to the inconvenience, I had to pay...
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    Injured Nazca Booby found at Pebble Beach

    https://www.ksbw.com/article/bird-usually-on-the-galapagos-islands-this-time-of-year-found-injured-at-pebble-beach/44617743
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    Protecting Purple Martins

    Speed limit on Outer Banks bridge lowered to 20 mph for purple birds
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    Cassin's Finch question

    Does anyone know if male Cassin's Finches ever help with nest building?
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    DPReview acquired by Gear Patrol

    The photography resource, DPReview, will continue under new ownership. DPReview.com looks forward to a new chapter with Gear Patrol
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    Good customer service from Bushnell

    My Legend Ultra HD 10x25 recently started to have focus problems. I sent them in for a warranty repair and Bushnell sent me new binoculars. Turn-around was quick. Bushnell covered the shipping both ways. Very pleased with their customer service on this.
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    Oberwerk 8x32 Sport HD II

    Anyone own these binoculars or have experience with them? Looking for opinions on the HD II version, which has been upgraded with ED glass. Thanks.
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    DPReview shutdown

    For many years, DPReview.com has been one of my go-to resources for photography news, information and reviews. I've found their articles, tools and forums incredibly helpful. If you haven't heard, Amazon just announced they're shutting down DPReview next month and deleting all the data. Some...
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    Looking for an 8x32 in the $300 range

    I've been reading a number of reviews (and posts here), looking for an affordable 8x32 binocular that is better than the Prostaff 7s I currently have. The Prostaffs are sharp and light weight but reflections are an issue and it would be nice to have a wider FOV. Ideally, I'm looking for...
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    Snowy Owl in Southern California

    Snowy owl makes rare appearance in Orange County, perches on Cypress roof
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    Prostaff 7s 8x30 questions

    I recently bought a pair of Prostaff 7s binoculars to replace my car bins. Allbinos gave this model a good review. But I'm finding center focus to be a challenge at medium distances. For example, I was looking at a bird across the street and couldn't get a sharp focus. But looking at something...
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    Oldenburg Binoculars

    A bit off topic... I saw the news that artist Claes Oldenburg died, and it seemed appropriate to post something here about the Los Angeles binoculars sculpture he did with his wife. Like much of Oldenburg's public art, oversized and fun. For anybody not familiar with it, here's more information...
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    Hummingbirds: A Celebration of Nature's Jewels, Bartley & Swash

    This book has a wealth of hummingbird information along with stunning photos. I've been birding for less than two years, so much of the information is new to me. But I suspect many here will appreciate this beautiful, informative book.
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    Birding Events in U.S., Canada & U.K.

    The allaboutbirds.org site now has many U.S. birding events/festivals listed. They've also included a few in Canada and the U.K.
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    Fuji KF 10x32 issue

    I recently bought a pair of Fuji KF 10x32 binoculars. Optically they're good, sharp with accurate color. But the rubber armor has a couple of gaps inside the open bridge. I know of two other newly purchased KF 10x32s that have the same problem, so maybe it's common with this model? For the price...
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    Hawke Endurance monocular vs Bushnell Legend Ultra monocular

    I'm considering a monocular purchase and have narrowed it down to the Bushnell Legend 10x42 Ultra HD monocular (black) or the Hawke Endurance ED 10x42 monocular. Wondering if the Bushnell is worth twice the cost of the Hawke? Anybody have experience with both? Thanks!
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    open bridge binoculars

    I'm considering getting a small pair of open bridge binoculars to take along when I'm out photographing wildlife. That design seems to be recommended a lot for one-handed operation. In the under $200 range, these two models get good reviews: Sightron SII Blue Sky 10x32 Bresser Pirsch 10x34 I'm...
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    Double post

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    Tighten hinge on Bushnell Legend 10x25?

    I usually take along my Bushnell Legend 10x25 bins when I photograph wildlife because they're small and light. One hinge is slightly looser than the other and occasionally it gets bumped out of position. Not a big deal but I'd like to tighten it. Can't see any way to do that. Is sending it in...
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