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Ornithology
Ornithology is a branch of zoology that concerns the study of birds.
Several aspects of ornithology differ from related disciplines, due partly to the high visibility and the aesthetic appeal of birds.
Several aspects of ornithology differ from related disciplines, due partly to the high visibility and the aesthetic appeal of birds.
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