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<div>I'm inclined to agree with Dennis that it's the lack of insects that has caused much of the decline. I also have plenty of juncos, nuthatches, chickadees and woodpeckers, mostly hole-nesting species. We are in a forested area so possibly that has something to do with it. I have not had any of the three species of swallows I used to have and no longer see many bats when walking at twilight. I'm sure weather plays its part, but the birds need insects and I'm not sure what can be done about that without going into a long discussion on plants, etc.</div>
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<div>Cheers, Diann</div>
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<div>Diann MacRae<br/>
Olympic Vulture Study<br/>
22622 - 53rd Avenue S.E.<br/>
Bothell, WA 98021<br/>
tvulture@gmx.com</div>
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