Scopidae
Scopidae (hammerhead, hammerkop; class Aves, order Ciconiiformes) A monospecific family (
Scopus umbretta), which is a medium-sized, brown bird with a large head and a long neck crest, a long, stout bill, long wings, and a long tail. Its legs are fairly long, with partially webbed toes, the middle one being
pectinate. It inhabits marshes and streams near trees, feeds on amphibians, fish, and insects, and builds a large, roofed nest in a tree. It is found in Africa.
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E-Business Software Maker BroadVision Opens New Federal Office In Virginia.(Company Business and Marketing)
Newspaper article from: Federal Computer Market Report; 11/8/1999; 661 words
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Business Wire; 11/8/1999; 700+ words
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Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company of Virginia files with SCC to began offering seven new services. (Virginia State Corporation Commission)
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Appalachian Producers Cabot Oil & Gas, Penn Virginia BuyGulf Coast Gas Companies.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
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CIT Rail Resources Signs Unusual Financing and Leasing Agreement With Virginia Electric and Power Company.
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Virginia
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Penn Virginia Corporation
Book article from: International Directory of Company Histories, Volume 85
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Virginia Beach: Economy
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
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Virginia Company of London
Dictionary entry from: Dictionary of American History
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