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A quick guide to some of the most interesting houseplants on earth!

Birds that belong to the woodpecker family, Picidae, include woodpeckers, flickers, and sapsuckers, as well as species in two subfamilies, the piculets and wrynecks.

Discovering interesting connections between seemingly unrelated words can be one of the great joys of the subject of etymology. The word Sarcophagus is a great example.

Strikingly beautiful and easy to grow, Purple Coneflowers are a must-have for butterfly gardens.

Metamorphosis enables insects to grow and reproduce. But there are several benefits of changing shape and function that may be essential for survival of these animals.

Adventurous gourmets will try just about anything but the average person draws the line at fried hairy spiders or fruit that smells like a dead cat.

There are some species of plants in the world which are carnivorous; in other words, they have evolved mechanisms to attract, trap and eat insects.

Coffee is a staple food for most people, as well as being a gourmet delight, especially shadegrown organic coffee. Who knew we had bats to thank for the great taste?

A complete preschool unit study based on Halloween, complete with math, science, art, music, language skills, food, outdoor activities and more.

Many gardeners would rather use natural products to control pests, but are confused about developing an overall strategy for natural pest control.

As black bears leave their dens, the chance of human-animal conflict increases. Despite increasing encounters black bear attacks are not common.

New York City serves as home or resting spot to a remarkable array of birds, both migratory and resident, including hawks, falcons, bald eagles and owls.

The familiar "cheerily, cheerup" song of the robin, his vivid breast, his early spring arrival, and his love our proximity makes him a favorite American bird.

An aquatic polyculture is a pond and garden that combines fish and edible plants. Species support each other in this traditional aquaculture system.

Bats are symbolic of rebirth to Native Americans, anathemas to others and subjects of superstitions. Feared by some, bats are beneficial to the environment and humans.

Long misunderstood and feared, bats are a vital part of the environment. They are beginning to get protection as habitat loss and pesticide use threatens some species.

Though it's one of the seagulls, the Black-headed Gull doesn't go to sea: it prefers shallow waters and gentle coastlines, and tolerates humans. Most live in Europe.

If your backyard is small, but your heart is all farm, then keeping a few chickens may satisfy that yearning.

The Common Grackle prefers open spaces and is frequently seen foraging on the ground. It looks black but has beautiful shades of colour when seen from the right angle.

Keep water gardens and ponds mosquito free with insect-hungry, floating bladderworts.

The saying "blind as a bat" isn't truly accurate. Discover how bats use echolocation to navigate and find prey and how some male bats sing like birds to attract females.

The beautiful Blue Peafowl, often simply called the peacock, originated in India. We are learning more about its natural history, habitat, feeding, and breeding habits.

The Rowan tree, frequently referred to as the European Mountain Ash, is directly related to the pear and crabapple, but has leaves similar to those of the ash tree.

A year in the life of Araneus diadematus, the common garden spider.

When the weather gets cold, it's still worth getting out to look for birds. In the winter you'll see different behavior, and species that aren't around in summer.

Learning about bats will be a great Halloween lesson plan for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary students. Add a bat lesson to the late fall curriculum.

The difference between an old-fashioned heritage turkey and those big Butterball birds lies in genetics.

People easily confuse the small mammals called moles with those called voles because they have similar traits and behavior, and both inhabit backyard and garden areas.

What do you need to rig a pole for fishing? Can you rig a pole? Get your pole and tackle ready to go catch some fish.

Bass are one of the most popular of fresh water game fish. Here's how to tell them apart - Largemouth, Smallmouth, Striped, Spotted, Kentucky, and Redeye Bass.

The zoo is living up to a promise to "bring back the roar" after raising $6 million to return lions to Portland, years after closing its previous display of the big cats.

Zoology maintains no bears live in Africa but ursine fossils have been discovered there. Bears are found in the Americas and Eurasia. Could they exist in Africa?

The difference between an old-fashioned heritage turkey and those big Butterball birds lies in genetics.

After winter, ponds need some maintenance to get them started. Taking a few things into consideration while opening a pond will help ensure it stays healthy all season.

Vernal pools are essential for salamander breeding, providing food and shelter in the absence of predatory fish. If pools dry up, immature salamanders may die.

The American Crow is known for feasting on garbage, carrion, crops, and livestock, but these intelligent birds eat pests, clean up road kill, and raise big families.

Quetzals are beautiful birds that not only attract birdwatchers from afar, but they have played into Mayan myth for thousands of years.

Ask someone to name a houseplant, and they'll probably mention the old standbys such as Pothos, Swedish Ivy, and Philodendron. Here are a few of the lesser known ones!

Wild bird watching and feeding is a fascinating hobby but beneath all the flurry and colorful activity an important partnership with nature is playing out.

It is thought cave explorers could be spreading white-nose syndrome, a fungus killing hundreds of thousands of bats in the Northeast region of the United States.

Dragonflies and damselflies are counted all over the world. Distribution is uneven and depends on the presence of proper habitat and environmental factors.

Dry mix and liquid nectar are sold by bird shops and garden departments, but hummingbird food is a simple mixture of sugar and water, a cheap and easy home project.

Hummingbird feeders are awesome fun for kids. Watching the tiny birds zoom and fly is great fun. How to get started? What should you know up front?

Frogs and toads are not completely alike, but both are amphibians that belong to the same order, and have several differences that set them apart from one another.

Leopard geckos are ideal 'starter' lizards for those interested in a reptilian pet. Key requirements include live food, fresh water, heat, and adequate hiding places.

Almost everyone is familiar with canaries, budgies and parrots, but mynahs, doves, toucans, and crows are often kept as pets as well.

Thanks to Animal Planet's Meerkat Manor; this little mammal has become the social ambassador of the South African Desert.

Possibly the largest of North American woodpeckers, the Pileated Woodpecker relies on forests with large dead trees and lots of insects, especially carpenter ants.

Skunk's odorous defense is analogous to the Wiccan rede to do no harm. This self-protection has lessons for people to learn and is a representation of human qualities.

Soochow was a beloved mascot who shared the triumps and tragedies of the Fourth Marines in China. After enduring the horrors of a POW camp, he returned home a hero.