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The 50 Best Birds in the World

Birdwatcher Don Roberson of Monterey, California has compiled a list of the 50 Best Birds of the World. Criteria: how impressive, unique, rare, and hard to find each bird is. He included a diverse selection across continents and oceans, and throughout the spectrum of bird families.

#1 is the Philippine Eagle. The largest and most spectacular raptor in the world is also among the rarest; it is threatened with extinction as the Philippine forests are destroyed. Perhaps only 250 adults remain in isolated and difficult to reach remnants. Check out the other extraordinary birds on the list…

Add comment August 16th, 2006

Outside Online’s Trips of a Lifetime 2006

All it takes is one trip to change your life—and Outside Magazine has 40 of ‘em. Dreaming of close encounters with cheetahs or penguins? Want to climb a mountain in Peru? Experience an epic trek in China? From ancient-trail walking in Utah to jaguar tracking in the Yucatán to elephant trekking in Botswana, there’s a trip of a lifetime here for you.

Add comment March 8th, 2006

GORP.com’s Top 50 Outdoor Activities

Wondering where to go or what to do next? Whether you want to try mountain biking or trekking, scuba diving or caving, these lists will spark your imagination and get you out there. Check out GORP’s guides to the best places to go for 50 outdoor activities…

Add comment March 8th, 2006

10 NBA Greats

While the sports pages laud young talents like Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Webber, Allen Iverson, and Vince Carter, MSN Encarta’s editors have decided to recognize those players who built the league into a global empire.

Add comment March 6th, 2006

10 Hardest Things to do in Sports

The debate continues. What are the toughest tasks in sports? USA TODAY’s Sports staff took up the challenge to produce a top-10 list…

Add comment March 6th, 2006

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