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Animals
Bird Species Abundances, from Biggest to Smallest
A new study found large species are rare, but those with fewer individuals are abundant
Liz Wahid is a science illustrator with a focus on wildlife conservation and ornithology. You can find her Web site at OrnithArt.com. Credit: Nick Higgins
A new study found large species are rare, but those with fewer individuals are abundant
A rich archive of data has illuminated the secret lives of birds
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