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What you should really leave for Santa's Reindeer

By Iain MacLeod on Friday, December 23, 2005.

Did you ever wonder what Santa's flying reindeer eat when they're not snacking on the treats we leave for them on Christmas Eve? They feast on Reindeer Lichen, of course!

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Living with Spiders

By Iain MacLeod on Friday, December 16, 2005.

Let's face it, it's cold outside. If you were a spider you'd want to live in your house too. Here's why you might not want to usher them out just yet.

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Welcome to the Beaver Den

By Rosemary Conroy on Friday, December 9, 2005.

Despite the lack of conveniences like indoor heating and take-out, beavers make a pretty good living for themselves in the winter.

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Winter Camouflage

By Iain MacLeod on Thursday, December 1, 2005.

Two species of weasel and the snowshoe hare, undergo complete color changes during the winter months. This change is triggered by the shorter days.

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