Rare Bird Photographer

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The world's animal species aren't spread evenly throughout the globe: Some places are richer than others, and many of the richest zones are losing their species alarmingly fast. Tim Laman, a field biologist and freelance National Geographic photographer, has traveled to "biodiversity hotspots" such as the forests of the Philippines -- and to remote islands and northern Japan -- to capture pictures of unusual and disappearing birds. On Saturday, he will
ing photos and tales from his travels to the Franklin Park Zoo; for adults 15 and over. "Photographing Endangered Birds Across the Pacific," Franklin Park Zoo, Meeting Barn, One Franklin Park Road, Boston. Call 617-989-3736. At noon. Requires zoo admission: $9.50 for adults, $8 for seniors 65 and over.Weekend

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