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By Bruce Jones

Special to the Rappahannock News

One thing we all love about birds is their singing and song. Their music soothes us, entertains us, and makes us want to watch and feed them, so they will stay around our homes. Etched in our memories are the cry of the hawk, the hoot of the owl, the click of the hummingbird, the chirp of the robin or the coo of the mourning dove.

Birds have several types of music and sound: one communicates to their compatriots a readiness to mate; another says, “Good morning.” Others are warning cries that danger is near — “Look out!” Some calls are scolding, saying, “Get away from my nest or my babies.” Other sounds say, “This is my territory, please keep

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