Columbus, OH

A reserve is designated a "hotspot" for dragonflies thanks to its conservation efforts.

Dragonflies thriving at newest nature 'hotspot'

The US Sun

ONLY those with 20/20 vision can spot the deer hidden in the greenery in under 10 seconds. Think you have what it takes to beat the optical illusion? You may want to think again... Reddit user Eatmypixel posted the picture and challenged others to "find the deer watching you." While...

Everyone can see the trees and shrubs but you have 20/20 vision if you can spot the deer hiding in under 10 seconds

Heath goannas, Australia’s giant scavenging lizards, might be the unlikely heroes sheep farmers have been waiting for. A new study led by the University of Cambridge shows these impressive reptiles could save the Australian sheep farming industry millions of dollars annually by naturally controlling blowfly populations. The research, published...

Giant Lizards Could Save Australian Sheep Farms Millions, Study Reveals

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This site is supported by our readers. We may earn a commission, at no cost to you, if you purchase through links. You’ll find them pecking away in forests, urban areas, and everywhere in between. The acorn woodpecker’s granary-building antics might catch your eye, or perhaps the crimson crown of the red-naped sapsucker.

Woodpeckers of California: a Comprehensive Guide to Diverse Species (2024)

This site is supported by our readers. We may earn a commission, at no cost to you, if you purchase through links. From the vibrant American Goldfinch, with its seasonal plumage changes, to the melodious American Robin with its rusty orange belly. You’ll spot the bold Black-capped Chickadee with its distinctive "chick-a-dee-dee" call, and the striking Blue Jay with its bright blue feathers and loud vocalizations. Don’t forget the Mourning Dove, known for its soft brown-gray coloring and woeful cooing.

20 Common Birds: Identifying Feathered Friends in Your Own Backyard (2024)

The message in the car windscreen says "please do 20 before another pet is killed".

Cat's death sparks speed message from pet owner

This site is supported by our readers. We may earn a commission, at no cost to you, if you purchase through links. Peel back the layers of wetland life, and among nature’s wonders, you will find the fulvous whistling duck. This unique duck is attired in rich caramel-brown plumage and ranges across four continents, frequenting freshwater marshes and rice fields.

Fulvous Whistling Duck: Unique Wetland Dweller’s Secrets Revealed (2024)

Members of a drugs gang have been jailed after hundreds of cannabis plants were discovered inside an abandoned town centre nightclub. Suffolk Police officers seized up to 600 plants from a cannabis factory found in Arcade Street, Ipswich, on 12 January, after a tip-off from a member of the public.

Drugs gang jailed after cannabis raid on nightclub

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

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10 Smells Squirrels, Chipmunks, and Other Garden Critters Hate

Saint Johns County, FL

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Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

If you’ve ever had your garden ravaged by deer and rabbits, you know how frustrating it can be. Fortunately, there are many beautiful perennials that these animals typically avoid, allowing you to enjoy a vibrant garden without constantly battling these hungry visitors. From fragrant herbs to unique flowers, these deer and rabbit-resistant plants can help create a stunning and resilient landscape.

15 Perennials That Deer and Rabbits Avoid

A man who illegally removed 20 acres of trees in Wales was fined this month for the offense, which caused destruction unmatched in decades. Jeff Lane was assessed a £1,500 ($1,898) sanction and £11,280 ($14,275) confiscation order for the 2019 criminal act on his property in Gower, Swansea, the BBC reported.

Man fined after illegally removing thousands of trees in protected forest: 'The woodland has been effectively eradicated'

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

When it comes to keeping deer from turning your prized landscaping into a hearty meal, experts have good news and bad news. The bad news: No plant is entirely deer-proof; these animals will settle for anything during harsh winters or droughts, and often may try gnawing on your new bush before they realize they don't like it.

14 Most Deer-Resistant Plants to Grow in Your Garden

Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks and whistle pigs, may look cute and cuddly, but they are among the most destructive garden pests. Not only do groundhogs wreak havoc in vegetable beds, mowing down entire rows of peas, beans, and carrots, but they also dig unsightly burrows and tunnels in grass lawns and clamber up fruit trees in search of a sweet score. If you suspect groundhogs are making a buffet of your vegetable beds and fruit trees, this guide will show you how to safely get rid of the critters and keep them from coming back.

How to Get Rid of Groundhogs in Lawns and Gardens

While their antics are entertaining, squirrels can cause a lot of damage when they start digging up potted plants. Common tree squirrels with their big bushy tails and striped ground squirrels (also known as chipmunks) can uproot a thriving container garden in short order. Guided by their instinct to bury food for later use, squirrels often see a pot as a perfect spot for hiding their bounty. Also, the tender vegetation in the container is a tempting food source. Encourage these active rodents to play in the dirt elsewhere with these simple tactics for protecting your potted plants.

How to Keep Squirrels Out of Potted Plants: 7 Smart Tips

Whipsnade Zoo says the Visayan warty pigs are among the rarest species in the world.

Rare stripey piglets born in breeding programme

Australia contains some of the world’s most biologically diverse and carbon-dense native forests. Eucalypts in wet temperate forests are the tallest flowering plants in the world and home to an array of unique tree-dwelling marsupials, rare birds, insects, mosses, fungi and lichen, many of which have not even been catalogued by scientists.

Instead of planting new trees, this environmental researcher wants Australia to end native forest logging

The 17-year-old boy died in hospital after the incident at West Wittering beach, police say.

Boy, 17, dies during school trip to the beach

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New wetland sees rapid influx of wildlife in a year

The RSPB says wildlife is thriving at the expanded Lakenheath Fen wetland at a \"startling\"...

The RSPB says wildlife is thriving at the expanded Lakenheath Fen wetland at a "startling"...

New wetland sees rapid influx of wildlife in a year

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