Hi, It is a sad report. I found this link on Martyn Stewarts website, and thought it should certainly be posted here.
http://www.naturesound.org/nature/Blog/Entries/2009/2/13_Bird_sound_specialist_dies_in_fires.html
This is a huge loss internationally. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of this great man.


Vicki Biltz Bonney Lake Wa.
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