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HotPinkChicken

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Does anyone know where I can go online to look up info on the Haunted Trail at the SM Fairgrounds for Thurs-Sat? It is being sponsored by HVFD, but I cannot find any info.. TIA!
 
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bilbur

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GWguy said:
What's the flight speed of an English Sparrow?
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A sparrow flies at the same basic speed, no matter what species you're talking about or where he lives. In fact, most birds cruise between 20 and 30 mph, though some can go much faster. A sparrow's average flying speed will depend on what he's doing -- for example, a bird being chased by a predator will fly much faster than one leisurely looking for food. Size doesn't have much influence on speed; a hummingbird can fly about as fast as a goose. A bird's wings -- specifically the size and shape -- have the most impact on how fast he flies. African sparrows, as well as other passerines, have tapered wings to reduce drag. Their wings are short compared to their width, allowing for quick take-off and extra agility to help avoid predators. His wings aren't built for high speed for long periods, however. Sparrows typically fly between 17 and 24 mph.
 
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bilbur said:
A sparrow flies at the same basic speed, no matter what species you're talking about or where he lives. In fact, most birds cruise between 20 and 30 mph, though some can go much faster. A sparrow's average flying speed will depend on what he's doing -- for example, a bird being chased by a predator will fly much faster than one leisurely looking for food. Size doesn't have much influence on speed; a hummingbird can fly about as fast as a goose. A bird's wings -- specifically the size and shape -- have the most impact on how fast he flies. African sparrows, as well as other passerines, have tapered wings to reduce drag. Their wings are short compared to their width, allowing for quick take-off and extra agility to help avoid predators. His wings aren't built for high speed for long periods, however. Sparrows typically fly between 17 and 24 mph.
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I knew that, it was rhetorical. I was waiting for RR to post an informative link, 'cause she's good like that.
 
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