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Despite the name, barnacle geese are not related to barnacles; rather, an old legend suggested they grew out of goose barnacles found on coastal rocks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch2>Physical Characteristics\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\u003Cp>Barnacle geese grow up to 70 cm (28 inches) in length with a wingspan of around 1.4 meters (55 inches). Their appearance is striking, with black heads, necks, and breasts, contrasting with their white faces and bellies. Their wings are grey, adorned with black-and-white bars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch2>Nesting and Chick Survival\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\u003Cp>To avoid predators like Arctic foxes and polar bears, barnacle geese nest high on cliffs in mountainous areas. After hatching, chicks must leap from these high nests to reach feeding areas near water. While their lightweight bodies and thick down help cushion their falls, fewer than 50% of the chicks survive the descent and subsequent threats from predators. Despite these challenges, barnacle geese populations remain stable, with around 220,000 individuals worldwide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch2>Conservation Success\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\u003Cp>The Svalbard population of barnacle geese was nearly wiped out by hunting, with only 250 birds remaining in 1943. However, after hunting protections were enacted, the population rebounded to over 33,000 today. These geese can live for more than 30 years in the wild and are known to form lifelong pairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch2>Interesting Facts\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Chick Survival:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Barnacle goose chicks must leap from cliff nests to reach feeding grounds, with less than 50% surviving their first month.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Lifelong Pairs\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Barnacle geese pair for life and can live over 30 years in the wild.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Population Recovery\u003C\u002Fstrong>: After protections were put in place, the Svalbard population rebounded from 250 to over 33,000.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",[],"barnacle-goose",[21],"Arctic Wildlife","Barnacle geese are medium-sized Arctic birds that nest in remote regions like Greenland and Svalbard. 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Though there are millions of puffins, their population has been declining in recent years due to predation, invasive species, and climate change.",[47],{"url":48},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FAtlantic%20Puffin%20-%20Canva%20-%20Wellwoods.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=BdtnINGLsxNkH0k75EFXvYfWSQEUnF8GkpQ3vYrHX79M8KCOroW7dpFkRI0Kryap9MPdP6Up4IAaip%2FTDjCV%2BF2B%2F2f7XdUvIU2jlmmdvzjoEqn3B1qen55e77J9hKhOOjC%2FohvDrwBf9q7gIIHjUmVaICPWqdQkMWudLfOj8h81Uf3dKWvn83US2ze0evcb%2FDUL0R0nK2fnoP67cyHUG5jOKyx9LfNNeXJELNix1rO0vvXQSn4Fe569Xg5Q%2F8L1Tshy4ayXGqtwzHXvWAYgVqBMUqy3xyE3nHNjYIss5Tsh8WaNEe0YWl%2F9QJI2IH%2BWKvHZXAZ%2FVA7YP%2FAD1uDJng%3D%3D",{"tags":50,"title":51,"url":52,"shortDescription":53,"image":54},[21],"Purple Sandpiper","purple-sandpiper","The Purple Sandpiper is the most northerly breeding shorebird, known for its Arctic habitat and lack of fear towards humans. It forages along rocky coastlines, feeding on small mollusks and insects, and is currently listed as \"least concern\" despite recent population declines.",[55],{"url":56},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FPurple%20sandpiper%20-%20Canva%20-%20Purple%20Sandpiper.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=CCwsGheShNTBwHGCeR%2BVJ69A62F36eunAvz8QAhJNilNyxucyce9EhSuIAAVVIdXDAyHCrxPNMo0whPWSpo%2B1BlbpoitSufTqmmxuT%2BOLfDn%2FhCsftslTkIMlP9JOu6HsE9yhWFy%2FxOieEV7SnIAMPYLCU32bOv8ryT4AcNw8GDHLbTLSu1q%2BMrBuZHemQ6ORSgPx0g1qb1Cg9ezCwqmtCxCt0cIClo%2Bv%2BB4VbCnia8M2o%2FPjRjH7EdayZ6PMq4gl5JoWfcpIWlY1n1X1MTwp9mvY0ajBnKjUqO5sp7%2BWTp7%2FP6eXuc5%2BeXeQR4Uq5%2FZQeP8Ar68bkd9HhGOdV8PWQ%3D%3D",{"tags":58,"title":59,"url":60,"shortDescription":61,"image":62},[21],"Arctic Hare","arctic-hare","The Arctic Hare is an adaptable species found in the Arctic tundra, known for its surprising speed, swimming ability, and ability to stand on its hind legs. These hares are key inhabitants of regions like Greenland and Northern Canada.",[63],{"url":64},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FArctic%20Hare%20-%20Canva%20-%20Danielle%20S.%20Van%20Lier.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=Tjz2ky7riw8HtPfnvefdS9pWRLpGvgEPhArW%2BssT6UI0BHI3Us0FYJ1p%2BOGFSPytC1vh6Mkrsdf8gQh9AMGgU787KJqbKnxaF14KiIKPZW04Isb04f2j07%2BchK%2Fo7ZPNG6e%2Fx98H74oRAvSaaEF9j0eOpN9tWLTqLJNOu4Z2OG9s9a0cjfXDeLCUMji8Q9vRgY6DJ%2FgtI9EeUIg0J8Y0uTfozXx%2BI0frALoYJPBAR%2Bvcrfk%2B0%2BsqIWMb00KNeOCtGOYYQdZQADi6psnqubqxInR5gtqo7gnD%2BhV7JOLO2LgqDGg0izVGdTktdugfOMa3ExhrOpjHPEiRIHS%2B0wiP4Q%3D%3D",{"tags":66,"title":67,"url":68,"shortDescription":69,"image":70},[21],"Musk Ox","musk-ox","Musk Oxen are ancient arctic animals, more closely related to goats and sheep than oxen, known for their thick coats and the musky odor males produce during mating season. They live in herds and are found mainly in the Canadian Arctic and northern Greenland.",[71],{"url":72},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FMusk%20ox%20-%20Canva%20-%20Anagramm.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=MXTcYiB%2BSDIQ72aqZ50eYETrPmh0Cjn14g32BzlkBuq0av6xSqV25jwG2Ob0R%2BDaq81Y5pJoC6eQdLxbmDS9Fc37xF3KK%2Bz1WZ9XL%2BtNMNFG4wGyUrTvwGgr2SuBEG9XYYNP2AjGWBLOHSX9Bs440vvlycGpvIuzXPGX9TDhYdGbBJoObRZ8CLH%2FsfhQgUxuQ7%2FqCvWkcGbkn%2BQd7TBZVVEtI%2FC0CafrGoLtBKy4ACesJyjsKXZRO6NtXHsrdEIC90LEZ4zeaWqRxqbQnLcxjD0uSKi%2F70Db3bPNDE54TSAbn4qhWsKkkW5ocf4VpPf%2BS%2B%2BzhKnVaF9DOnFPMWoZGA%3D%3D",{"tags":74,"title":75,"url":76,"shortDescription":77,"image":78},[21],"Little Auk (Dovekie)","little-auk-dovekie","The Little Auk, or Dovekie, is a small but incredibly numerous bird found in the Atlantic. Known for breeding in vast colonies on rocky cliffs, these birds are excellent divers, using their wings to \"fly\" underwater in search of prey. Though hard to access, visiting a Little Auk colony is a remarkable experience due to the sheer numbers and activity.",[79],{"url":80},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002Flittle%20auk%20%20-%20Canva%20-%20Gerald%20%20Corsi.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=FiOiUx5BcKDCtijBYCK9ulPBPJ1Wf9YbqxNQtCSW47PLL4NqTyNHKCMr7RQQU7CnB3AsAu7NPw0kOuxr2HhlZpPv15LPhQH5MPn2r4gJ%2FDaSKTs5xbH%2FcHNACeHuLGBsLP5ZP5BLkgSzJyQI9ihv%2Fx7MRxxVwLkLK1VbSTwjEi%2BhDT7TBUsd15BOam%2BkW8LtARVH%2FNmMHFgzmkEDKfgxsLKh4eoXzHQadMLtFs8XyKP32GvdHiwanTRzMegCgWnY1yw9wHOAQC0GoZ%2F6zITrFkNrJ%2F%2FLJwVnALWoNTc3BTyjxkWI1wNNHTYeb%2Fx6%2BJHv02IfrLIdv6t%2ByOsIuA%2FzbQ%3D%3D",{"tags":82,"title":83,"url":84,"shortDescription":85,"image":86},[21],"Reindeer","reindeer","Reindeer, known as caribou in North America, are arctic and sub-arctic deer with more than 15 recognized sub-species. Adapted for cold climates, they have long been closely associated with human communities. Reindeer are vital for food, clothing, and transportation, and are semi-domesticated in some areas, especially in northern Europe.",[87],{"url":88},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FReindeer%20-%20Canva%20-%20azimut_photo.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=c1wG2367lYd3usHKQjhj2VovdeBJBiqQuvwSVV0k3vaPXh%2Bi3wcTqpSqibhmFPQBo4eFtKxMMlbxwcFqmufZS3Se3jUQQOrXmIJ8l9D9G3spQ%2Bsq%2Fa%2Fma4c7hIpDXtpKq3zzVGMcd4BNSq2yJcnTsxPfJH10h%2BF7kWyqBEczB%2F4JM477BdWpkQSBqDL61PjGEJ77cKkBVW64MuZH%2B8UIWuAdVigSB60kS4Fcstsw765RDCoqiNtlDCTSiuDu52hrPANaCwyprRgE0rImbAFfEW6pQRyZld8cibKzJukBIQ2MxtZPJn0P1lh2Yd3YWjWQfAEiYmerd9OVYzU%2F0qw82Q%3D%3D",{"tags":90,"title":91,"url":92,"shortDescription":93,"image":94},[21],"Thick-billed Murre","thick-billed-murre","The thick-billed murre, also known as Brunnich’s guillemot, is a seabird found in the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions. Known for its dense nesting colonies and unique egg shape, it raises a single chick per season, with the male taking over care once the chick reaches the water.",[95],{"url":96},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FThick%20billed%20murre%20-%20Canva%20-%20Gerald%20%20Corsi.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=Urm5KtA3PK%2FcpfEs2vTyi9D5FKKs16CDDHzahsNYlQWDfdDaUAXW1tX8eLM%2FcYadkvGNfEKQ98vh88OdmisnWh5uka87Ou6H35QkzfLqJGi6XuCpBkQ%2BqwkUGuMiJmOVwg6DI0fO9LufEVJDAyP%2BlYFCC%2Ft%2FVPCqxL777ZL992Ui7%2FhxWu%2FoWZSFrBhHzAi2PgBqUlHmQ0Axo41Op%2BXzrYub2y2k150rWo7l0vhuhzfX9f0CaqfMDT6c5Lb2fcJpYH12LKxhLV6MuK9bJdLPgTmv1cKWR7S6ODwwua4L5p1tQZiEDV1Wr2eDARloQndw%2BBno%2Bdl6CLhg8%2FmjV4VFKw%3D%3D",{"tags":98,"title":99,"url":100,"shortDescription":101,"image":102},[21],"Arctic Tern","arctic-tern","The Arctic Tern is renowned for its extraordinary migration, flying from the Arctic to the Antarctic every year. Covering up to 50,000 miles annually, this bird experiences two summers and more daylight than any other animal on Earth.",[103],{"url":104},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FArctic%20Tern%20-%20Canva%20-%20Wellwoods.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=CJi0b3Y8FGIqwozBbC17iQ3Mx46VXuICfA5D%2FZLzwIDvtGkSwD0sCCmV6qxzeZQw5UHvW7vwAo4aDpM3aO363fZSx76Ly%2BYiNwblGmE39%2Bx5KYJdaEE50e3%2Brp9aPpZiI5o72QR8MaGBRdv2G%2FmZx7DasoQCHbOn4Q7HtOJFVlZyXgfeEjENzfP8qV7InIkXO8vUSrLegqMTD6ZIiU4p36W8zNOCDKbmGKKOI4x%2FW8JAo8%2FSbHzroKdXCWMNdmEnRTwvpH6DVVsaec7Df2ovSe4uebnQqm2Z4lxUGsT2cjmzkrCw74e8EBWPyunwNItZtAP%2BcK4FB1MgiBN%2BVJYSdw%3D%3D",{"tags":106,"title":107,"url":108,"shortDescription":109,"image":110},[21],"Snowy Owl","snowy-owl","The Snowy Owl, a tundra specialist, thrives in Arctic regions, primarily hunting lemmings. These large, white-feathered owls are nomadic and often migrate based on prey availability. With fewer than 100,000 individuals worldwide, their population is considered vulnerable.",[111],{"url":112},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FSnowey%20owl%20-%20Canva%20-%20rpbirdman.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=P24JQDYUNzT7T5PCiTPUjddAknUaTVdwgdTj4w9QV8w3wgYDnMd1oapK69QuXMKP14a%2FCIHfmgcGBPw2xUDcuxou8Qy%2B8YHZ6X7wKji5F4vIzHQCJI6MDVqSbhA%2Fgj0CoOsxhTw8mgfOgtCjrePuABelBehg0O50blyYbCENEfphzTcI9IaVVqQnjoZRzpIETMJUu%2BZEn%2F9KBcbWxEfYCfKsxn4Q4UfK3BFU3fJ1glXXDouWRvHxbGsESZHSrDwOlyJPngZF%2BbmIxVWRKyZdoyCW6Iqqf8XGSB8ApWbg3%2FAf1KrtOxUQ4hpdwN38Bo8hS%2FtZJaYFj86a8fB8k1oIhg%3D%3D",{"tags":114,"title":115,"url":116,"shortDescription":117,"image":118},[21],"Red Phalarope","red-phalarope","The Red Phalarope is a fascinating Arctic bird known for its reversed gender roles during breeding and unique feeding behavior. Migrating as far south as Peru, these birds are often approachable and can be spotted feeding in shallow waters by creating whirlpools to capture prey.",[119],{"url":120},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FRed%20phalarope%20-%20Canva%20-%20PanuRuangjan.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=nWqJmqtC0nsUpUMf5dyrjgJewNH%2F2mCT2U98XOmkDHUg7CQTpNearpLMTdiMZeBVO%2BQNRAvzo9x%2BkzNeIHQycIKMQbMkeSYjHG4UvuGVl5JDXt%2BjzM8Q%2BQVGt%2FlZREq59E2yDPuAKH92gTJxLJn5k6pxlcAlguvLLcQ1TWfjKlb74S2ZFAEwacqF52J1ZWB%2B%2Bdtt4zlvQLMTBRvCQtGrVkAj4qJPYcNWF7%2Bq6tvAxjY3XBc09lf4azct%2FiKXBaERkn%2BXBcUux%2FiYrkuPT6boBE6mr43dyz8Kxb2lnBenlRr62Sx9tvuHcW8%2FzlBj0mXFi3gQrlGia%2FFPBToTiuW2qg%3D%3D",{"tags":122,"title":123,"url":124,"shortDescription":125,"image":126},[21],"Polar Bear","polar-bear","Polar bears, the largest predators on Earth, are well-adapted to the Arctic with their insulating fur, fat, and powerful swimming abilities. Found across the Arctic, these bears face increasing threats due to climate change and melting sea ice, with an estimated population of around 30,000 individuals.",[127],{"url":128},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002Fpolar%20bear%20-%20Canva%20-%20xiaoying%20shi.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=xJjwNx46V4Zz5YyN9Femq%2F8qjHAEuxhnUPYDCmMJu8ghzDOImxDPMuFSvzHf5HIPxppdoX2JP9jHBx6AEMK72VBlnHkxaoSH0AF%2Bv1A2UcQ3lDW1PV3ooAKGBYVQ3cxXYlhtX7F%2BsnZb3R3dQUM7gKVQgFviGs8OUTfxzCUUKBbnBE%2FJyzEzRRTbj7AX9FbOaPMQ3NroisL8YYaqTCvPIYI8tAI9cWvQ%2BvfuEKC5JCoDrDhvakU6cCf6vakDOXFlWyEiSDsgQPabo5u1IEnaIBsiiu0c44Xrd1HfAfLQMQwtpxBN9OCDxhkg9QgK%2B9ma7iNdGE196ePKpcc1Vqupuw%3D%3D",{"tags":130,"title":131,"url":132,"shortDescription":133,"image":134},[21],"Wolf","wolf","Wolves, though historically feared, rarely attack humans and live far from most human populations. These social animals live in packs and are highly skilled hunters. The Arctic wolf and Tundra wolf are common sub-species in the Arctic, with populations remaining stable in remote regions like Canada and Russia.",[135],{"url":136},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002Fartic%20wolf%20-%20Canva%20-%20Mike63.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=o6xfRage3tbmSrAou61YlHS79zuHY3OXDSgq%2FEXOZfa93Hd4e3wVpEh2JqD3w68CaiQbngNv%2B52cYXW06szgz8uELhEuHcdAgx1zj%2Bweym%2BV7EpgA8FgPUS66QQUm%2FiUYfHiYkar3nVVP0c8ZW8QpJy%2BOg%2FfF4cvFOe3SNovT5RA0FyoRt3KN9weILeA%2Bgtc14EGp7LePP%2FQGe5FJKqJfEN1vFMbyGYPKh9biD%2F79jX%2BbLprh%2F8EKlDMLPrKJ3ep%2B1J6Qy2f5S4Gx4ZoiSSJCLhUXS%2BTuwuf6UEDEhZFvVWHYXPTrLd99oFOHr4sJvX6xFIJqqJ%2FAMlYXRoz6fNC1A%3D%3D",{"tags":138,"title":139,"url":140,"shortDescription":141,"image":142},[21],"Bearded Seal","bearded-seal","Bearded seals, known for their distinctive whiskers, are large, laid-back Arctic seals that are a key prey for polar bears and orcas. 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Expert swimmers and shy in nature, they dive up to 30 feet for fish and other prey. Though difficult to spot, guided encounters often reveal their young riding on parents' backs.",[191],{"url":192},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002Fred%20throated%20loon%20-%20Canva%20-%20JHunter.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=oKnhGw9tt4N0%2BW6IkgRfYmkLiD6HjRi%2B8%2BC2jmCY0VQqpGnWTxFiALHDJ1B2U8O%2BxQPby67SdNxJqB8Ar6vlePJa7cYCSp3X%2FwhiL1D%2FNKZqpk%2BD0LkbvdTcQuXEp1Y%2F2dvVfFtRGaGZVlp3jvV%2FgU821nhwi2PI%2F1iUAKqGDHh0RBj7nqna1O1Dx4qdekrAEzIIwLpWGmsBxkVXlyLYdFyE6UzC5vBiScdu99Uw6xbKflWDH%2F7BHnUK3GGGMMaNmpQQQRJMEY8go5fqHcuajt5PBIKtkbASh%2FNJtE6jJhiY9B76euEQ0C%2BFl%2Bqk2d%2F1q2F7u2qCmozMAkkn2I2qgA%3D%3D",{"tags":194,"title":195,"url":196,"shortDescription":197,"image":198},[21],"Walrus","walrus","Walruses, iconic Arctic marine mammals, are known for their large tusks and massive size. 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They are currently vulnerable due to climate change and low reproductive rates.",[199],{"url":200},"https:\u002F\u002Fstorage.googleapis.com\u002Ftravel-web-app-1.appspot.com\u002Fflamelink\u002Fmedia\u002FWalrus%20-%20Canva%20-%20KenCanning.jpg?GoogleAccessId=firebase-adminsdk-g2s60%40travel-web-app-1.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=16725243600&Signature=aPWj9tnNUEDIcLE1mV1JvML7G%2Bki6PevyVNvp%2BUcqYFEtl%2FErB7UAbsaUA4SG%2FpCDXL5ogvAjd%2BwaO%2FzF2SxAJpyXCQmufr3%2BWUM4ymgajEbbrwz8aRPf9KZwGviFcDB685OxDs1AhWCF%2B5ao1gOzouPyl1xa19XI6qbFjtr2kSKahgpB3n3EN9OlgPStmpKWznYH0L6xxNdQUlhOF%2BGHGOVreOquMZ8IMc5rDEoC63haXh1gHOfs7AudrmPqgD3iRszg3f08ViH%2Fwwv%2F6%2F%2FpupJjHQH7grt0Ynux6Iou8P09CBuCGORuc2yCNPNnH67tNLSgCwkdGuM9vKUY2OuPQ%3D%3D",{"tags":202,"title":203,"url":204,"shortDescription":205,"image":206},[21],"Snow Bunting","snow-bunting","The Snow Bunting is an Arctic songbird, known for its northerly breeding range. 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