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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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An eastern box turtle on the ground covered by dead leaves and other vegetation.
Not all turtles love water. Box turtles thrive on land
8/9/2024Read moreNot all turtles prefer life in the water. Box turtles live most of their lives on land.
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Quiz: Are you an expert on six-lined racerunners?
8/6/2024Read moreFind out with this 10-question quiz.
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A male northern cardinal standing in grass.
Quiz: Are you an expert on cardinals?
7/29/2024Read moreTest your knowledge on this 10-question quiz.
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A side-by-side comparison of a honeybee and a yellow jacket.
What's the difference?: Honeybee vs. yellow jacket
7/19/2024Read moreThe buzz of an insect in your ear can come from many different sources, from mosquitoes and flies to bees and wasps. When it's a bee or wasp buzzing by, two common culprits — honeybees and yellow jackets — can be cause for confusion.
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Honey bees on honeycomb.
Quiz: How much bee brainpower do you have?
7/19/2024Read moreTake this quiz to test your knowledge on these very important pollinators.
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A ruby-throated hummingbird on a branch with its tongue slightly extended.
Quiz: Test your hummingbird braininess
7/15/2024Read moreWhile these bright and beautiful birds can be seen in our area, learn more about these miniature but mighty marvels.
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Flies sitting on dead fish in shallow water with a frog in the middle.
Nature curiosity: How do flies find garbage and other stinky things?
7/9/2024Read moreHow do flies find garbage and other sources of stink so fast? They rely on their antennae to help them hone in.
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Visit Forest Preserve gift shops this holiday season for unique items
Three Forest Preserve visitor center gift shops are stocked with unique items that would be perfect as presents or stocking stuffers this holiday season. Check out the items at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, Isle a la Cache Museum and Plum Creek Nature Center.