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Go Birding Day

Go Birding Day is held on April 27. This event in the third decade of the month April is annual. Help us Help us 
27 April - Go Birding Day
Did you know there are about 9,600 bird species in the world, and that more than 2,000 have been recorded in North America? The ostrich is the largest bird in the world, with cassowary and emus coming in next in size. Largest egg: Ostrich measuring 7 by 4.5 in (17.8 by 14 cm). Scientists believe that birds have evolved from dinosaurs.
Fastest-moving bird: Peregrine Falcon diving at 200 mph (320 km/h). Slowest-flying bird: American Woodcock at 5 mph (8 km/h). Greatest weight-carrying capacity: Pallas’s Fish Eagle lifting a 13-lb (5.9-kg) carp — 160% of body weight. Greatest number feathers: Tundra Swan at 25,216.
You can celebrate Go Birding Day on your own, or with family and friends. You could also alert your local primary school, who may be keen to take part. Suggested birding activities include: Hanging up bird feeders, and learning about the different sorts of food loved by various birds.; Taking photos of birds that you can see in your garden – or local area if you don’t have a garden; Visiting a local nature reserve.

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