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Positive photo day 1814: It’s a rainy Tuesday in Chicago, but I found the Magdalene sculpture by Dessa Kirk today amidst the Michigan Avenue traffic and the raindrops. No #birds today. Sorry. #publicart #chicago

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If you want to find out what happened at #ipcc62, check out our report.

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While the financial mechanism and need to mobilize financial resources were at the fore of the resumed UN #Biodiversity Conference, talks saw the adoption of other decisions vital to the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework’s goals and targets Summary ➡️ enb.iisd.org/un-biodivers...

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Positive photo day 1813: Does Calder’s Flamingo in Chicago count as a #bird? #travelphotography #Chicago

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Positive photo day 1812: No Overture today, unfortunately, but it is a beautiful, but cold morning in #Chicago. #travelphotography No #birds today.

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The Earth Negotiations Bulletin summary of #IPCC62 will hopefully be available on Tuesday, 4 March. Stay tuned... @ipcc.bsky.social

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Positive photo day 1811: Even though I'm not feeling positive about the state of the world & the US, I'm flying off like this little Black-capped Chickadee. I'm heading to Chicago for the @isanet.bsky.social conference & then on an adventure. I'll keep looking for positivity & maybe a few #birds. 🪶

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Positive photo day 1810: Had time for a quick walk in Central Park after a dentist appointment today and spotted a Red-tailed Hawk high above Summit Rock on the west side. #birds of #NYC @birdcpk.bsky.social 🪶#birdphotography

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Resumed session of UN #biodiversity concludes deliberations adopting decisions and reports, defers consideration of multi-year programme of work to COP 17 Plenary gives extended standing ovation to President Susana Muhamad Meeting gaveled to a close at 1:42 am Rome time

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Positive photo day 1809: And now for something a little different. You never know what you will see when you open up your eyes. I don’t know how many times I must have passed this…and was too distracted to notice. No #birds today. Just whimsy. Seen in the #Bronx #NYC

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At resumed #biodiversity talks Wednesday, Parties shared initial reactions to a revised draft decision on resource mobilization They indicated continued divergence of views while commending efforts made to reach consensus and requesting time to reflect overnight Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/un-biodivers...

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On Wednesday, #IPCC62 delegates entered day two of intense talks on the three Working Groups’ outlines for the #IPCC Seventh Assessment Report Delegates aim to finalize guidance for authors on #climate science, adaptation, and mitigation by week’s end Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...

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Positive photo day 1808: This little Golden-crowned Kinglet gave me a dose of positivity this morning in Van Cortlandt Park. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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At UN #Biodiveristy talks on Monday, views still split on resource mobilization—centered on the efficiency of the global financial architecture with regard to biodiversity finance flows and the need for a dedicated financial instrument under the authority of the COP ➡️ enb.iisd.org/un-biodivers...

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On Tuesday at #IPCC62, delegates began discussions on the outlines for the three Working Groups’ contributions to the Seventh Assessment Report, shaping the future of #climate science and policy Highlights ➡️ enb.iisd.org/intergovernm... #climatechange #ipcc

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Positive photo day 1807: Spring must be coming because the Red-winged Blackbirds are back in Van Cortlandt Park and it was warm enough for a skunk to wake up and forage. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography #wildlifephotography @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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If you follow me here you should recognize this photo I took in Singapore -- and follow our coverage of the UN Biodiversity Conference while you are at it!

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Positive photo day 1806: Mallard mating season is underway in Van Cortlandt Park. The courtship, the dabbing, the plumage and the mounting... or the rejection. Since this is not an X-rated series, I didn't take photos of everything. But it's happening. #birds of the #Bronx @vcpalliance.bsky.social 🪶

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As 2024 is confirmed as the warmest year on record, the #IPCC convened in Hangzhou, China, on Monday to shape draft outlines for 7th Assessment Report’s Working Group reports, as well as the methodology report on carbon removal Highlights ➡️ enb.iisd.org/intergovernm... #climate #climatechange

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If you want to understand global environmental negotiations, follow the stellar experts of the @enb.iisd.org team. As co-founder and executive editor, I am proud of what we have accomplished on the eve or our 33rd anniversary of "enabling transparency" at the UN.

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Our @enb.iisd.org coverage of the @ipcc.bsky.social meeting in China begins Monday...without US participation. ☹️ #climate

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Positive photo day 1805: Another New Providence Dark-eyed Junco on an otherwise quiet morning walk. #birds of #NewJersey #birdphotography 🪶

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Positive photo day 1804: A Northern Mockingbird contemplating today's breakfast buffet in New Providence, NJ. #birds of #NewJersey #birdphotography #naturephotography 🪶

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Climate change is the biggest crisis humanity faces in the 21st century and just because they are trying to eliminate all mentions of the word “climate“ doesn’t actually solve anything.

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The Government of #Mongolia and the UNCCD signed an agreement paving the way for the next #UNCCDCOP17 in Ulaanbaatar in 2026. The global forum will be a key moment for global action on land restoration and #drought resilience. Read more ⬇️ www.unccd.int/news-stories... #UNited4Land #COP17Mongollia

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Positive photo day 1803: I saw a cold little Black-capped Chickadee who hoped I brought food. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC @vcpalliance.bsky.social 🪶

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Positive photo day 1802: I can't resist a photo with a Red-tailed Hawk and a blue sky. I'm glad I got out to Van Cortlandt Park before the clouds took over. But it was cold!!! #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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Positive photo day 1801: When a Tufted Titmouse stops and poses, this photographer has to oblige. Seen in Van Cortlandt Park. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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Positive photo day 1800: Hard to believe I have been at this for 1800 days. It was another frigid morning in Van Cortlandt Park, but I did see a cold Carolina Wren looking for left-over seeds. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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It was a thrill to see these two Common Dolphins on the Upper East Side, swimming the East River near 97th Street. They were in the area from Friday until Sunday afternoon. 🐬 🐬

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Positive photo day 1799: It was a great morning for birding in Van Cortlandt Park. It was even better when I saw a Bald Eagle. It was across the pond and I wished I had a better zoom. But it is my first Bald Eagle photo from VCP!!! #birds of the #Bronx #birdphotography 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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Positive photo day 1798: A Song Sparrow contemplates the gloomy weather, during an all to brief dry spell amid rain, sleet, ice and snow. The positive part: it didn't start raining again until I was almost home. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography 🪶

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Positive photo day 1797: I haven't seen a Gadwall in a long while but I spotted one this morning in the pond at Van Cortlandt Park. Sometimes there are surprises amid all the geese. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography @vcpalliance.bsky.social 🪶

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Positive photo day 1796: Good morning from a successful Black-capped Chickadee in Van Cortlandt Park. Let's celebrate that the sun came out and the skies are blue. #birds #ValentinesDay in the #Bronx #NYC 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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Positive photo day 1795: Where there is #snow... Seen in Brust Park in the #Bronx. No #birds today. #snowman #NYC #winter

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Positive photo day 1794: Today's snowy Van Cortlandt Park breakfast buffet was catered by the woman in the purple coat. The birds thank you! (Red-bellied Woodpecker, Bluejays, Cardinal and a squirrel hanging out nearby). #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography @vcpalliance.bsky.social 🪶

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Positive photo day 1793: Good morning from Van Cortlandt Park. It was a gray and white (snow) morning but this cardinal provided some much needed color. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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THIS WEEK in UNHQ: Third Preparatory Committee Session for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) Follow us for updates enb.iisd.org/precom3-inte...

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Positive photo day 1792: I had time for a quick walk in snowy #CentralPark to the Evodia Feeders this morning after a doctor's appointment and wasn't disappointed: female Cardinal, Tufted Titmouse (with a mouthful), Downy Woodpecker and Fox Sparrow. #birds 🪶#NYC #birdphotography @birdcpk.bsky.social

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Bonus photo of the day: Happy #SuperbOwlSunday to those who celebrate. I saw this Great Horned Owl a few years ago but it was worth reposting for the occasion. See in Van Cortlandt Park in the #Bronx in 2022. #birds 🪶

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Positive photo day 1791: We had about 3-4" (8-10 cm) of wet, heavy #snow last night. So what did I do? Go for a walk of course. Here are a few photos from Van Cortlandt Park, including Mallards on ice, Hooded Mergansers, a cold White-throated Sparrow. #birds #Bronx #NYC 🪶 @vcpalliance.bsky.social

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Positive photo day 1790: Jeepers! I found a Brown Creeper this morning in Van Cortlandt Park. 🙂 #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography #naturephotography @vcpalliance.bsky.social 🪶

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Despite marathon sessions focused on species issues—Asian big cats, cheetahs, saiga antelope, tortoises and turtles, and more—delegates at #CITES Standing Committee 78 remain behind on their lengthy agenda heading into the sixth and final day. Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/cites-standi... #wildlife #trade

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Positive photo day 1789: Good morning from the Van Cortlandt Park Bird Buffet, thanks to an unknown bird seed provider: Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse (missed out), Song Sparrow and White-breasted Nuthatch. #birds of the #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography 🪶

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Positive photo day 1788: Sometimes it's not just the bird (or duck) but the full scene that captures my attention or my mood. I found this Pied-billed Grebe amid the rushes in the pond at Van Cortlandt Park earlier this week. #birds #Bronx #NYC #birdphotography #nature @vcpalliance.bsky.social 🪶

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#Ivory was a hot topic in #CITES Standing Committee plenary on Wednesday Some parties were lauded for progress made on their National Ivory Action Plans Others received stern warnings about consequences (including #trade suspensions) if they don’t improve Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/cites-standi...

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