Yes, it is very sad news and the news came as a shock to me in particular as we had last corresponded about his Koel fledgling sightings only a couple
of days before. COG members will remember the many great presentations he gave to COG, most recently in March 2016. Jack Holland
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Subject: Re: [Canberrabirds] Passing of Jerry Olsen
Wow that is really bad news. Sad. Surprising. Also a leading light in raptor study in particular. On a scale much beyond Canberra. Gave many really good talks to
COG and likely other groups.
Philip
All
It is with great sadness that I report the sudden passing of Jerry Olsen last Saturday.
Jerry was a great member and friend of COG, a personal friend to many, .a consummate professional and a passionate birder.
Regards
Neil Hermes
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