"migratory stopover"

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26 November 2025

A red-winged blackbird tries to find a perch on a tree already occupied by other birds at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near San Antonio, New Mexico. The refuge's wetlands serve as a critical resting and feeding stop for thousands of cranes, geese, and other migratory birds moving along the Rio Grande corridor. Wildlife watchers and photographers gather each year to witness the spectacle as the birds arrive in the early morning light and settle in for the winter season.

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26 November 2025

Snow geese come in for a landing at the wetland at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near San Antonio, New Mexico. The refuge's wetlands serve as a critical resting and feeding stop for thousands of cranes, geese, and other migratory birds moving along the Rio Grande corridor. Wildlife watchers and photographers gather each year to witness the spectacle as the birds arrive in the early morning light and settle in for the winter season.

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25 November 2025

Sandhill cranes fly above the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near San Antonio, New Mexico. The refuge's wetlands serve as a critical resting and feeding stop for thousands of cranes, geese, and other migratory birds moving along the Rio Grande corridor. Wildlife watchers and photographers gather each year to witness the spectacle as the birds arrive in the early morning light and settle in for the winter season.

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25 November 2025

Sandhill cranes fly above the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near San Antonio, New Mexico. The refuge's wetlands serve as a critical resting and feeding stop for thousands of cranes, geese, and other migratory birds moving along the Rio Grande corridor. Wildlife watchers and photographers gather each year to witness the spectacle as the birds arrive in the early morning light and settle in for the winter season.

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25 November 2025

Sandhill cranes fly above the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near San Antonio, New Mexico. The refuge's wetlands serve as a critical resting and feeding stop for thousands of cranes, geese, and other migratory birds moving along the Rio Grande corridor. Wildlife watchers and photographers gather each year to witness the spectacle as the birds arrive in the early morning light and settle in for the winter season.

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17 November 2025

White ibises engage in a dispute over a roosting spot at Green Cay Nature Reserve and Wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida. The birds compete for prime resting locations as they settle in for the night. Green Cay, a popular wildlife refuge, offers a diverse habitat for many bird species and serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds.

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17 November 2025

White ibises engage in a dispute over a roosting spot at Green Cay Nature Reserve and Wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida. The birds compete for prime resting locations as they settle in for the night. Green Cay, a popular wildlife refuge, offers a diverse habitat for many bird species and serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds.

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17 November 2025

White ibises engage in a dispute over a roosting spot at Green Cay Nature Reserve and Wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida. The birds compete for prime resting locations as they settle in for the night. Green Cay, a popular wildlife refuge, offers a diverse habitat for many bird species and serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds.

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17 November 2025

White ibises engage in a dispute over a roosting spot at Green Cay Nature Reserve and Wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida. The birds compete for prime resting locations as they settle in for the night. Green Cay, a popular wildlife refuge, offers a diverse habitat for many bird species and serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds.

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17 November 2025

White ibises engage in a dispute over a roosting spot at Green Cay Nature Reserve and Wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida. The birds compete for prime resting locations as they settle in for the night. Green Cay, a popular wildlife refuge, offers a diverse habitat for many bird species and serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds.

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5 October 2024

An Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) flies over the banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 12, 2024. The banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon serve as a refuge for a rich diversity of birds, both resident and migratory. This aquatic ecosystem hosts species such as flamingos, herons, and ducks, as well as kingfishers and cormorants that forage in its waters. During migration, the river becomes a crucial stopover for rare and colorful birds, while the riparian vegetation provides shelter and nesting sites. The environment is vital for birdlife and offers opportunities for birdwatchers in the midst of urban life.

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5 October 2024

A group of black-headed gulls (Larus ridibundus) flies and walks very close to the banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 12, 2024. The banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon serve as a refuge for a rich diversity of birds, both resident and migratory. This aquatic ecosystem hosts species such as flamingos, herons, and ducks, as well as kingfishers and cormorants that forage in its waters. During migration, the river becomes a crucial stopover for rare and colorful birds, while the riparian vegetation provides shelter and nesting sites. The environment is vital for birdlife and offers a unique experience for birdwatchers amid vibrant urban life.

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5 October 2024

A group of black-headed gulls (Larus ridibundus) flies and walks very close to the banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 12, 2024. The banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon serve as a refuge for a rich diversity of birds, both resident and migratory. This aquatic ecosystem hosts species such as flamingos, herons, and ducks, as well as kingfishers and cormorants that forage in its waters. During migration, the river becomes a crucial stopover for rare and colorful birds, while the riparian vegetation provides shelter and nesting sites. The environment is vital for birdlife and offers a unique experience for birdwatchers amid vibrant urban life.

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5 October 2024

A brown godwit (Limosa haemastica) walks along the Tejo river bank near the Vasco da Gama bridge in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 12, 2024. The banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon serve as a refuge for a rich diversity of birds, both resident and migratory. This aquatic ecosystem is home to species such as flamingos, herons, and ducks, as well as kingfishers and cormorants that forage in its waters. During migration, the river becomes a crucial stopover for rare and colorful birds, while the riparian vegetation provides shelter and nesting sites. The environment is vital for birdlife and offers a unique experience for birdwatchers amidst vibrant urban life.

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5 October 2024

A group of Thick-billed Plovers (Anarhynchus wilsonia) flies very close to the banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 12, 2024. The banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon serve as a refuge for a rich diversity of birds, both resident and migratory. This aquatic ecosystem is home to species such as flamingos, herons, and ducks, as well as kingfishers and cormorants that forage in its waters. During migration, the river becomes a crucial stopover for rare and colorful birds, while the riparian vegetation provides shelter and nesting sites. The environment is vital for birdlife and offers a unique experience for birdwatchers in the midst of vibrant urban life.

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5 October 2024

Two thick-billed plovers (Anarhynchus wilsonia) walk very close to the banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 12, 2024. The banks of the Tejo River in Lisbon serve as a refuge for a rich diversity of birds, both resident and migratory. This aquatic ecosystem is home to species such as flamingos, herons, and ducks, as well as kingfishers and cormorants that forage in its waters. During migration, the river becomes a crucial stopover for rare and colorful birds, while the riparian vegetation provides shelter and nesting sites. The environment is vital for birdlife and offers a unique experience for birdwatchers amidst vibrant urban life.

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