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A common green darner in flight.
Those insect swarms you are seeing might be migrating dragonflies
8/30/2024Read moreBirds aren't the only animals migrating south for the winter. If you spot a swarm of insects, it could be migrating common green darner dragonflies.
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An orange full moon peaking out from behind a tree canopy.
In September, keep your eyes peeled for planets, a comet, shooting stars and more
8/28/2024Read moreSeptember brings with it the promise of cooler weather ahead and also plenty of sky-watching opportunities.
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A great blue heron, with its white stripe on its head surrounded by blue feathers, sits along the water's edge.
Quiz: How good is your great blue heron knowledge?
8/27/2024Read moreTake this quick quiz to test your knowledge of these amazing birds.
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Goldenrod and ragweed side by side.
What's got you sneezing? Blame ragweed, not goldenrod
8/22/2024Read moreSneezing a lot lately? Blame ragweed, not goldenrod.
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A spotted crane fly on grass.
Don't swat these bugs! Harmless crane flies aren't super-sized mosquitoes
8/22/2024Read moreCrane flies aren't just supersized mosquitoes. These harmless insects don't bite or sting.
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The many colors of the spotted lanternfly — red, black, gray and beige — can be seen in this photo.
You've heard the buzz on spotted lanternflies. Should you be worried?
8/20/2024Read moreThe spotted lanternfly won't bite you or your pets, but it just might be one of the most dangerous insects around. Learn why these invasive insects need to be taken seriously and how you can help prevent them from spreading.
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A 13-lined ground squirrel on the ground.
Quiz: Are you an expert on 13-lined ground squirrels?
8/19/2024Read moreTest your knowledge on this 10-question quiz.
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A goldfinch perched atop a tree with bare branches.
Mellow yellow: Delightful goldfinches a common sight
8/14/2024Read moreGoldfinches are common and recognizable thanks to their bright yellow plumage, but not all goldfinches are golden in color, and even the ones that are aren't always yellow.
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A Eurasian beaver eating vegetation while sitting on a piece of wood just above the water.
What's the difference?: North American beaver vs. Eurasian beaver
8/12/2024Read moreThe world is home to two beaver species, and it would be easy to confuse them if they didn't live on different continents.
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A northern water snake swims in the water with its head above water.
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Start your autumn with family-friendly fun at Fall on the Farm event on Sept. 14
Fall on the Farm is set for Saturday, Sept. 14, at Riverview Farmstead Preserve. Attendees can explore the 19th-century buildings, visit a petting zoo, try their hand at farm chores, view antique tractors and enjoy live bluegrass music.
Visitor centers to close on Labor Day, bait shops will be open
Forest Preserve visitor centers will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, for the Labor Day holiday, but concession stands will be open at Monee Reservoir in Monee Township and Hidden Lakes Trout Farm at Hidden Oaks Preserve in Bolingbrook.