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Which organization officially declared the Chinese paddlefish (*Psephurus gladius*) as Extinct in 2020?
What physical characteristic gave the Chinese paddlefish its common name?
What year is cited in some records as the last time a specimen of the Chinese paddlefish was caught and documented?
What primary function did the construction of major dams, like the Gezhouba Dam, disrupt for the paddlefish?
How large could fully grown Chinese paddlefish historically reach in length?
What two synergistic environmental pressures are chiefly responsible for the demise of the Chinese paddlefish?
Before the IUCN officially declared the species Extinct, what status had some conservation groups already moved to classify it under?
What biological era is the Chinese paddlefish considered a relic from, surviving until wiped out by modern pressures?
What crucial detail does the gap between the last known capture (around 2007) and the last visual confirmation (2002) highlight?
The scientific description of the Chinese paddlefish by Wilhelm Peters occurred in what year?
Scientifically, what category did the Chinese paddlefish belong to, despite being commonly noted as sturgeon-like?
What subtle physical feature characterizes the wing feathers of Cedar Waxwings?
What is the primary factor driving the nomadic movements of Cedar Waxwings across North America?
Where is the core wintering range for Cedar Waxwings generally situated?
Which habitat type do Cedar Waxwings strongly favor over deep, dense forests?
What natural element is crucial for identifying an ideal Cedar Waxwing foraging location?
Which specific tree or shrub species are noted as being particularly favored food sources for Cedar Waxwings?
How do Cedar Waxwings supplement their diet during the summer season?
When observing a feeding stop in late fall, what behavior indicates they are moving to the next nearby food source?
If attempting to attract Cedar Waxwings with supplemental food, which item should generally be avoided?