hello everyone,

today's mystery bird (another north american species) can be viewed here;

http://bit.ly/e4yrK

this mystery bird might prove to be somewhat challenging ..

the most recently demystified mystery bird was a Barn Swallow, Hirundo rustica, that appears to be anting or dust-bathing, courtesy of photographer, Joseph Kennedy;

http://j.mp/143lGe

i also think you might be interested to read that Rick Prum, a scientist who studies evolution and development of feathers, just won a MacArthur "Genius" award;

http://j.mp/Vpu4y

i have been asked to be an official "blogger" for an 8-day birding excursion to Manu, Peru, at the end of October (precise dates negotiable) and would LOVE to have you come with me! here's an interview that might interest you;

http://bit.ly/vyq4H

for those of you who enjoy reading excellent science, medicine and nature writing intended for the public, Scientia Pro Publica (Science for the People) was published;

http://j.mp/2f7m0x

cheers,

GrrlScientist
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