This was kind of a thought provoking post from Arizona. If such an (apparently recently) deceased bird were found in Iowa and it was new species to Iowa could or would it be added to the state list? God Bless,
Paul Roisen Sioux City, IA Woodbury County 712-276-0371(H) 712-301-2817(C) ----- Forwarded Message ---- From: Betsy Checchia <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Fri, June 10, 2011 8:20:15 PM Subject: [BIRDWG05] Ethical Question -- No Sightings I'd appreciate your input on the following situation: While walking Weasel the dog yesterday evening, on Wentworth north of Tanque Verde in NE Tucson, he pointed out (literally) a dead Buff-collared Nightjar on the side of the road. The bird was pristine -- not a mark (or a bug) on it. I assume it flew into the side of a car. Here's my dilemma -- this would be a life bird for me. Is it kosher to add a bird seen only in death to my life list? I wouldn't add a stuffed bird seen in a museum, or a live one seen in a zoo, but this is a bird in its natural state -- just not alive any more. While the anarchist in me chafes at the idea of rules for what is ultimately a personal quest to see the maximum number of birds possible (a quest in which one's own ethics play a significant part), other birders often mention "The Rules." Where are "The Rules" written down, and who enforces them? Not that it makes any difference in this case, but this would be U.S. bird #551 for me. I suppose this question might be of interest to others on this list, but you can respond to me privately if you prefer. Thanks!! COL Betsy Checchia, USA (Ret.) Tucson, AZ --- Please contribute your sightings to our list; it is only as good as members make it! --- Birding channel recommendation for FRS/GMRS radio use: Primary selection; channel 5/0 , alternate selection; channel 6/0 --- This mailing list is sponsored by the Iowa Ornithologists' Union. Membership available on-line at http://www.iowabirds.org/iou/membership.asp. ----- You are currently subscribed to ia-bird as: [email protected]
