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** The Weekly Bird Word
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04/14/25

This week’s Bird Word is:
Cere

According to the Cornell Lab Bird Academy ([link removed]) , the cere is the leathery band of skin covering the base of the bill, into which the nostrils open; presumably it protects the nostrils. The cere is present only in certain birds, such as hawks, pigeons (like the one shown below), and some parrots.

Rock Pigeon, Judy Gallagher


** More in local bird and nature news:
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* Today is the day - get your team registered! Birdathon ([link removed]) starts this weekend!
* Let’s Go Birding: Join Larry Meade for a free bird walk at Occoquan Bay NWR this Saturday. Meet at the main parking lot. More info here. ([link removed])
* Learn about Dark Skies: Check out this community event in Chantilly - Spring Into Action: Discover Dark Skies. More info here ([link removed]) .
* Fireside Chat on Wedneday: Create a photo haiku with us, and reflect on the lessons in nature all around us. Free. Sign up here. ([link removed])
* Listen up for birds: This Thursday, April 17, join us for Birding by Ear for Beginners, $10-20. Sign up here. ([link removed])
* Take the Lights Out Pledge ([link removed]) : Please turn off exterior lights between 11pm-6am during spring migration.
* Give back! Help us with a 2-hour meadow restoration project on April 26 at Occoquan Bay NWR. No experience required. Sign up here ([link removed]) .
See you out there,
-Northern Virginia Bird Alliance

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