The Buzz

Can you ace these 10 questions?

We've been charting many different migrations this season, announcing when a variety of species have landed in Will County, and we now can add monarch butterflies to the list.

So why do mosquito bites itch? It's an allergic reaction caused by the mosquitoes' saliva.

That duck nest you think is in a bad spot probably isn't. The duck knew what she was doing when she built it, and moving it will cause more harm than good.

Spring is a time when turtles are often on the move and at risk of being hit by cars. If you can safely move a turtle across a road, here's how to do it.

Birds 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.

Find out by answering these 10 questions.

Here's another colorful sign of spring that may be popping up in your yard.

That fetid smell in the air may be coming from your own yard. Bradford pear trees are in full bloom now, revealing beautiful white blooms but also emitting a stench that's similar to that of rotting fish. 

In honor of Arbor Day, here's a look at some of the many reasons we should appreciate trees.

The bison herd in Wilmington just got a little larger. And cuter.

The arrival of spring brings with it the return of butterflies to our area. If you've seen a black and orange butterfly fluttering about recently, it's probably a red admiral, a common site this time of year.

Squirrels and other rodents are incapable of vomiting. Why they can't is related to their anatomy and physiology.

One of most common birds in North America, the killdeer has a few tricks up its sleeve when it comes to protecting its nest from potential threats. 

As we prepare to declare war on dandelions, it's important to remember just how important these "weeds" are for bees.