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Australian Parrot Species Close to Extinction

One of Australia's rarest birds is edging closer to extinction. The population in the wild of the orange-bellied parrot has plummeted to 21 birds, including just eight females, according to conservationists. (Feb. 15)

Associated Press | February 15, 2012Watch more videos from Associated Press

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