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Did nobody else have a problem with the author stating that he robbed parent Ravens of their offspring? Did I misunderstand or misread something. Bernd Heinrich did do that, yes? I had to put the book aside as I interpreted his action that way. For my part, First Do No Harm should apply to naturalists as much as any one. I think studying ravens long term in their natural environment would provide more accurate insight

BOO Each to their own opinion. But , did you read the section on the survival rate of fledglings in the wild, in their first months? Just the one sample b…moreEach to their own opinion. But , did you read the section on the survival rate of fledglings in the wild, in their first months? Just the one sample but it was 5 out of 6 dead and 1 missing. So it's an interesting question what was "harm" here. As I read it, he eventually releases all the birds to the wild. So those that he "robbed" had a hugely increased chance of reaching wild adulthood. Not being a vegetarian myself, I really don't think I can complain about the morality of Bernd Heinrichs actions vs. me eating a chicken, or an egg. (less)

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