A 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar on March 28, 2025. The earthquake happened 18 hours before we boarded our flight to Tengchong. From there we
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Nanning – Karsts, Heat, and a Bird Found Nowhere Else
Unique habitats often give rise to equally unique wildlife. In the case of the limestone karsts around Nanning, that uniqueness takes the form of the Nonggang Babbler, a bird species only discovered in 2005 and officially described in 2008.
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Hainan – Where We Got Some Very Bad News
…And Ross was not pleased about it because it meant we might not get to see Hainan Peacock Pheasant. As we flew south to Hainan,
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Five Days in Beijing
The night before we were slated to leave for China, I walked outside to get the mail. It was already dark (nearly 9:00 p.m.) and
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Our Trip to China — Baggage (and Binoculars)!!
There’s an order of events that Ross likes to joke seems to take place before any of our trips these days. It usually starts with Ross having some kind of seemingly absurd idea. In this case it was to take two babies to China for three months. And then me, being what I hope is some kind of voice of reason, saying all of the ways that is a bad idea.
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Chasing Birds, Chasing History: The Journey to a Pennsylvania Big Year Record – 2024
There was a storm coming. It wasn’t necessarily a big storm but all I kept hearing about for weeks on end was the storm brewing
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Torrential Rain Won’t Stop Ross: Finding Birds Between Showers
Battling rain and muddy roads in CCP, we found rare gems like the Yellow Cardinal and over 100 bird species. A stormy but unforgettable birding adventure!
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WAIT, Iberá — We Can’t get Stuck!
If Rental Car Companies Only Knew What Their Cars Endure. Surely rental car companies have some idea, but would a young family with a one-year-old
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Witnessing Iguazu Falls at Their Most Powerful!
The deep rumble of the nearby falls permeated through the forest, but the tens of thousands of butterflies fluttering alongside us as we drove seemed
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An Exciting Birding Adventure in Northeastern Argentina
From the arid woodlands of the Chaco to the lush Paraná rainforest, our birding adventure in Northern Argentina was nothing short of incredible. With every stop, we uncovered new species, from the elusive Stygian Owl to vibrant local treasures like the Bertoni’s Antbird. Join us as we explore the diverse habitats of this fascinating region and share some unexpected twists in our itinerary, including a thrilling nightjar encounter and an unforgettable mammal sighting!
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