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A wasp on the ground
These wasps eat their hosts from the inside out
6/27/2019Read moreIchneumon wasps are scary-looking insects, but what many people think is a dangerous stinger is really used for laying eggs.
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Gnats swarming in the air
Nature curiosity: Why do gnats swarm?
6/19/2019Read moreHave you ever ridden a bike through a swarm of gnats and gotten a mouth full of bugs? There's a good reason why they congregate like that.
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A bullfrog in the water
Creature feature: The boisterous bullfrog
6/18/2019Read moreThe American bullfrog is common in the lakes and ponds across Will County. Do you know how to identify it?
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Kids sitting on ground by a pond
It's official: Study proves spending time outdoors is good for you
6/14/2019Read moreWe've long known time spent in the great outdoors is good for you, but now we know exactly how much time we have to spend outside to reap the benefits. According to a study, spending two hours outside each week is good for your health and well-being.
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A bee on a plant
Nature curiosity: Why do bees sting?
6/11/2019Read moreBees sting for a simple reason: to defend themselves from danger.
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An eastern hognose snake on the ground
'Zombie snakes' have gone viral, but they aren't dangerous to humans
6/11/2019Read moreZombie snakes on the loose? Not really. These snakes are just playing dead to protect themselves from predators, and they pose no risk to humans.
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A split screen view of wild parsnip and golden alexander
What's the difference?: Wild parsnip vs. golden alexander
5/31/2019Read moreKnowing the difference between wild parsnip and golden alexander could save you from a painful, burning rash.
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Tick on a blade of grass
New citizen science program: The tick's in the mail
5/31/2019Read moreYou can help researchers learn more about ticks in Illinois by dropping them in the mail.
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Luna moth on a window
Creature feature: The lovely luna moth
5/28/2019Read moreThe lovely luna moth is prized by many for its beauty. But there's more to these moths than just their outward appearance.
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A young robin on the ground
Nature curiosity: How do birds learn to fly?
5/2/2019Read moreBirds don't hatch knowing how to fly. Much like babies learning to walk, learning to fly is a process for baby birds, one that often involves a lot of trial and error.
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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.