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A report on new scientific evidence that changes in atmospheric pressure affect bird behavior in migration. More specifically, studies have found that departure times during migration can be predicted with weather data.  Another report on bi-partisan support for continuation of the Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act in the U.S. House of Representatives.  Bird of the episode: Double-crested Cormorant. Birding hotspot: Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Friend-of-wildlife organization: Quail Forever/Pheasants Forever.org.