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Marbled Salamanders

By Iain MacLeod on Friday, September 30, 2005.

Marbled salamanders are one of several species known as mole salamanders, because, except for the breeding season, they spend nearly all their lives underground. These secretive animals are nocturnal, and often use small mammal tunnels to get around unseen.

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Winter Bird Feeding

By Rosemary Conroy on Friday, September 23, 2005.

Planning ahead can make a real difference in attracting birds to your yard and garden. That's why fall is a great time to get ready for winter feeding- and, believe it or not, next spring's nesting season.

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Landing on Lunch

By Iain MacLeod on Friday, September 16, 2005.

They're tiny, they cause pet owners to shriek in frustration... and they're fabulously fascinating insects. There are approximately 2000 species of fleas throughout the world. These hardy insects are marvelously well-adapted to their preferred habitat and host - your beloved pet.

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Poison Ivy

By Rosemary Conroy on Friday, September 9, 2005.

If you're doing yard cleanup this fall, you may encounter poison ivy and the horrible rash that comes with contact. The strangest thing about poison ivy, though, is that it doesn't bother any other creature besides humans. Is it out to get us?

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Raptors

By Iain MacLeod on Friday, September 2, 2005.

Fall is an exciting time of year for raptor enthusiasts, as many species of hawks are heading south for the winter. The new raptor migration observatory in Peterborough is ideal for many birders.

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