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Birds flying in a V formation
Nature curiosity: Why do some birds fly in a V formation?
8/29/2019Birds flying in formation can be an awe-inspiring feat of nature, but how do the birds do it? And why?
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A katydid on a yellow flower
The sounds of the night: Insects create a nocturnal chorus
8/23/2019If you listen closely at night, you'll hear a chorus of insects. Cicadas, crickets and katydids all combine to create a symphony of sound.
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A wad of fishing line caught on a branch
A death trap for wildlife: Improperly disposed of fishing line
8/21/2019Fishing line seems like an innocuous tool, but in reality it's a death trap for untold numbers of wildlife.
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A red-tailed hawk taking off from a shrub
Creature feature: The loud and imposing red-tailed hawk
8/16/2019That hawk soaring overhead or perched atop a light pole is probably a red-tailed hawk. Learn more about these high-flying birds.
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A millipede on a log
What's the difference?: Centipede vs. millipede
8/9/2019Is that creepy crawly covered in legs a centipede or a millipede? Here's how to tell.
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Three dogs laying on the ground
Nature curiosity: Do animals get sunburned?
8/6/2019If you've ever spent a long day in the sun with no sunscreen, you've probably paid the price in the form of a bad sunburn. But are animals at risk for painful sunburns too?
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Snakes in the water? Don't worry; they're not after you
7/31/2019Learn more about the northern water snake, one of the most common water snakes in Illinois.
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A plant that does what it's told? Obedient plant isn't just a misnomer
7/29/2019A plant that does what it's told? The name obedient plant may seem like a misnomer, but the flowers of this plant can be turned in any direction and will stay in place once moved, hence the name.
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Here's how to create a healthy bat habitat in your yard — and why you should
7/25/2019Most of us try to avoid bats, but creating a welcoming habitat for them may be beneficial.
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What's the difference?: Monarch butterfly vs. viceroy butterfly
7/24/2019Is that orange and black butterfly floating by a monarch or a viceroy? Here's how to tell the difference.
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Be a Trailblazer turns outdoor fun into a family affair
Liz Lyons of New Lenox has turned the Forest Preserve District’s Be a Trailblazer challenge into a fun-filled family tradition. From dancing in the rain to spotting tiny critters on the trail, challenge missions have become cherished memories.
Wild Science: Rare mussel search in Will County aids DuPage restocking effort
Forest preserve staff from Will and DuPage counties recently searched a Will County creek for rare mussels to support a native species restoration project. The collaboration could help reintroduce the ellipse mussel to DuPage waterways, where it has disappeared.