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Earthworms in soil.
Nature curiosity: Will a worm regenerate if it gets cut in half?
6/16/2022Will a worm really regenerate if it gets cut in two? It's complicated.
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A red fox nuzzling a young red fox.
These animal dads are worth celebrating
6/15/2022Many males play a key role in giving their offspring a much-needed jump-start.
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A slender glass lizard on a log.
Snakes aren't the only legless reptiles slithering across Will County. Meet the slender glass lizard
6/14/2022Legless reptiles are snakes, right? Not always. The slender glass lizard is one of many legless lizards in the world, and it lives right here in Will County.
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An eastern mole on the ground.
Moles are perfectly suited for their underground lifestyle
6/13/2022Eastern moles live secret lives right below our feet, and just because we don't see them doesn't mean we don't know they are around.
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Food scraps and compost in a compost bin.
All our food waste contributes to climate change, but composting can help
6/3/2022Americans waste a lot of food every year — as much as 40% of the food supply. All that food waste contributes to climate change when it makes its way to landfills, but you can do your part at home to cut down on this waste by composting your food scraps.
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A bullfrog sitting atop the water.
Five things about those boisterous bullfrogs
6/2/2022The biggest frog in Illinois, the American bullfrog, is a pretty common sight along the water's edge, so take the opportunity to learn more about them.
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A spotted salamander on the ground.
In spring, vernal pools are teeming with life
5/26/2022Vernal pools are temporary waterways that are teeming with life in spring, but our way of life threatens their existence.
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A blue umbrella with rain pouring off of it.
Nature curiosity: Can it really rain cats and dogs?
5/20/2022It can't really rain cats and dogs, but it's not for the reason you may think.
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A ruby-throated hummingbird at a feeder.
How to attract hummingbirds to your yard: Native plants are best
5/12/2022Both hummingbird feeders and wildflowers can help attract ruby-throated hummingbirds to your yard, but don't forget about including plants that host insects, another important food source for these tiny beauties.
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A chimney swift in flight.
Five fast facts about always flying chimney swifts
5/11/2022Chimney swifts are almost always seen in flight, and their silhouette in the air gave rise to their nickname, flying cigars.
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Independence Day holiday closures announced
Most Forest Preserve visitor centers will be closed at noon Thursday, July 3, and all day Friday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Bait shop hours will vary. Preserves, trails and dog parks will remain open.
'Into the Wild' art exhibit blends nature and creativity
The “Into the Wild Art Exhibition” runs July 5 through Aug. 30 at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Bolingbrook. The free exhibit showcases nature-themed art by local artists from the Nature Artists' Guild of The Morton Arboretum. Visitors can vote for their favorite pieces.