From: owner-ammf-digest@smoe.org (alt.music.moxy-fruvous digest) To: ammf-digest@smoe.org Subject: alt.music.moxy-fruvous digest V14 #4909 Reply-To: ammf@fruvous.com Sender: owner-ammf-digest@smoe.org Errors-To: owner-ammf-digest@smoe.org Precedence: bulk alt.music.moxy-fruvous digest Thursday, September 3 2020 Volume 14 : Number 4909 Today's Subjects: ----------------- Latinas...Go south,young man... ["ColombiaDating Team" Subject: Latinas...Go south,young man... Latinas...Go south,young man... http://uvcooler.co/eWRkXqPZxIm07kR4klxRyhfBvN9VbtGVy8V0fHpicDjD http://uvcooler.co/XHko1Qn1SeZsFmrn81V9zvx4Wjsfn2ioBNICMBfLDj_h found mainly as southern coastal populations existing below 600 m (2,000 ft), but some have been found up to 950 m (3,120 ft). Nevada represents the northernmost extent of its range: it is found in the southern tip of the state; the northernmost breeding population is found in Nye County, near Tonopah. In Utah it is found only in the extreme southwest. Its range in Arizona is widespread in the southern part of the state, and along the Colorado river. In Arizona it is found from sea-level up to 1,400 m (4,600 ft). Populations in New Mexico exist in the south, down to along the Rio Grande and into Mexico. Its range in both New Mexico and Texas may be expanding northward. Texas cactus wrens live between sea-level and 1,800 m (5,900 ft), throughout the Texas panhandle, central Texas, and as far east as Travis County. In Mexico it is found in Sinaloa, Sonora, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Neuvo Leon, Hidalgo, and throughout Baja California. On the Central Mexican plateau and in New Mexico it is found up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft). Populations may be expanding their range in Baja California, but they are not found in the mountains or interior of Baja. Behavior and ecology Cactus wrens generally feed and live in pairs, or in family groups from late spring through winter. Flocks of cactus wrens have been reported, but seem to be extremely rare. Flocking has been observed only in areas of abundant forage, and does not last longer than a few hours.:18b19 As ground feeders they spend much of their time on the ground and are not strong fliers, with any flights being somewhat erratic b switching between rapid wing flapping and gliding. Breeding and nesting Standing outside a nest between two arms of a cholla cactus Next to nest lined with feathers. While nesting in jumping cholla is preferred, this wren has chosen another, less spiny, species of cholla. Cactus wrens form permanent pair bonds, and the pairs defend a territory where they live year-round. There is a distinctive greeting ceremony between pair members, where they spread their wings and tails and give a harsh call. The same motions are used as a breeding display, but with a non-ritualized duet call. Since males and females are identical, birds recognize members of the opposite sex not by size or color but by behavioral differences. Males are more aggressive and are more frequent singers.:34 Mating displays begin with a growl-like noise, and end in gentle pecking. Displays are much shorter than in most bird species, lasting only two to three seconds.:35 Mating season begins in late February and runs through March. Nests are built in cacti (commonly cholla, prickly pear, and saguaro), thorny desert trees, or yucca. Where available, jumping cholla is overwhelmingly preferred.:22 Nests average about 1 m (3.3 ft) off the ground, and are usually less than 3.0 m (10 ft) off the ground, but have been recorded as high as 9.1 m (30 ft). Nests are prolate spheroidal-shaped b the size and shape of an American football or rugby ball b when possible, and are pouchlike in nature. The exact shape and size of nests varies depending on the surroundings; nests are generally loose, bulky and globose, and adapted to fit the nest site. The exterior is constructed of grass, twigs, feathers, weeds and other light detritus, while it is lined with feathers and down b which may come from cactus wrens or other species. Nests built in urban settings use a much wider variety of materials, including many human made items such as paper, string, and lint. Chicken feathers are also used as nest lining in great quantities where available.:24 Urban materials, while easily available, make for weaker and less sturdy nests.:28 A tubelike entrance, about 15 cm (6 in) long, leads to the main nest cavity. The entrance is often oriented to take advantage of the cooling effects of prevailing winds. Nest building takes between one and six ------------------------------ End of alt.music.moxy-fruvous digest V14 #4909 **********************************************