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5 Things to Do as Summer Draws to a Close
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As fall approaches, consider ways to encourage wildlife through late summer and fall.
5 Ways to Attract Toads
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Wondering how to attract toads to your porch or patio?
Native toads are great for the environment, eating several kinds of pesky insects. And, no, toads do not give you warts.
If you have a ground-level outdoor area, a few simple tips to attract toads:
...many bird watchers are thwarted in their attempt to entice different species to their doorstep because they live in apartments, dormitories, or condominiums where feeder placement options are limited.
Eager bird watchers need not despair...
Online and Print Resources to Help Identify North American Butterflies
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Andrew Bossi, Creative Commons license
Have you ever spotted a butterfly and wondered what it was?
Here are several quality online and print resources to help you identify the winged ones.
5 Dwarf Berry Shrubs for Wildlife
I've found five dwarf shrubs that produce berries favored by wildlife, especially birds. These bushes should work well in containers on your porch, patio, deck, or balcony.
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