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Housing Boom Busts Birds' Valentine's Day

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Impact of Urban Development on Songbirds in the Pacific Northwest

This chapter explores how the rapid urbanization in the Pacific Northwest is disrupting the mating habits of songbirds like the Pacific Wren, leading to challenges in maintaining partner fidelity on Valentine's Day. Research by a wildlife science professor underscores the significance of preserving urban forests to support the survival of these birds.

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