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National Bird Day: 15 Endangered Species

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By Sara Tan Jan 04, 2013

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IVORY-BILLED WOODPECKER

Population: 1–49

Habitat: Historically, this bird was found in the forests of Cuba and the United States.

Why They Are Endangered: Hunting, logging and clearance for agriculture have all impacted the species' decline. (Bird Life)

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Lisa D Morse Petteys

we saw a male and female. Freaked me the heck out. I have heard of them being around..they have a vast territory. Hoping to see them again, with a camera in hand to prove what my teen and I wittnessed.

January 09 2013 at 4:29 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Barbara Crowe

Haven't we learned anything from the extinction of the DODO in this area? These birds even resemble them. When will we learn, if ever?

January 06 2013 at 1:25 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

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