Tuesday, April 7, 2026

The Sunshine Shoals Gazette

"All the News That's Fit to Regret"

Florida Man Attempts to Breed Rare Nighthawk with Pet Parakeet in Backyard Experiment

Local birdwatcher Tim Hardin claimed he could "scientifically resurrect" the lesser nighthawk population by crossbreeding with his domesticated parakeet, SeƱor Squawks. Wildlife officials discovered the makeshift aviary behind his Gainesville trailer, which was constructed entirely from recycled beer cans and chicken wire.