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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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More than 20 monarchs gathered on the leaves of a tree, with other monarchs flying nearby.
The monarchs you see at this time of year are special. Here's why
8/5/2024Read moreThe monarchs you see at this time of the year are truly special, part of a 'super generation' that's different than the previous three generations.
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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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A wet dog shakes itself off and sprays water
The dog days of summer are here, but it doesn't mean what you think
7/3/2024Read moreThe dog days of summer are here, both literally and metaphorically. Be sure to stay safe outdoors during periods of high heat and humidity.
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A Halloween pennant dragonfly perched atop a hoary vervain plant.
Battling mosquitoes in your yard? Attract dragonflies
6/28/2024Read moreDragonflies can eat dozens of mosquitoes a day, so attracting them to your yard might help make your time outside more enjoyable.
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‘A mighty force’: Nature Foundation’s decade of support helps Forest Preserve flourish
The Nature Foundation of Will County presented a $393,450 check to the Forest Preserve Board on Sept. 12 and also announced a $10K in 10 Days fundraising challenge that runs through Sept. 22. The donation check and fundraiser celebrate a decade of work by the Foundation to support the Forest Preserve's mission.
See pelicans up close and in the wild at Sept. 28 Pelican Party
There's a Pelican Party going on right here, at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in Channahon from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28. The event will feature fun family activities, a food truck, live bird presentations, face painting, jousting and more.