Category: General FAQs
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How do you attract native frogs to your pond?
Have you thought about turning your garden pond into a home for native frogs? It’s more doable than you imagine. Yet, there are key steps for success. If you want native frogs, recreate their natural space. Take your area’s weather and current frog numbers into account. Stick to plants and critters from your region to
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What is the range of the American pika?
Ever wondered how the American pika survives in tough, rocky areas of western North America? Its home stretches from central British Columbia and Alberta in Canada, through Oregon to New Mexico in the U.S. This animals’ habitat is not only vast but also varied. Found mostly at or above tree line, American pikas live on
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How do you distinguish between a rat and a mouse?
Ever asked yourself, “Is that a rat or a mouse?” It’s tricky to tell the difference at first. But knowing how to spot the rat vs mouse differences is crucial. It helps you keep your home safe from infestations. Size, look, and actions help tell a rat from a mouse. Mice are smaller, 12 to
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What types of habitats do box turtles prefer?
Ever wondered about the ideal home for a box turtle? These fascinating reptiles need certain conditions to thrive. They need loose soil for burrowing and water nearby for drinking and soaking. Many think box turtles only live on land. But they need various food options like invertebrates, fruits, and vegetation. This means their home should
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Are there wild ferrets in the USA?
Ever wondered about wild ferrets in the American wilderness? The mystery often arises around the term “wild ferrets,” especially in the USA. Here, we mean the black-footed ferret, Mustela nigripes, when discussing native species. The black-footed ferret was once thought to be gone from the world. But it was rediscovered, leading to major efforts to
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How do you identify different species of sparrows in the USA?
Have you ever thought about why sparrows are so hard to tell apart? Even though they’re everywhere and often look the same? Many birdwatchers struggle to spot the differences in sparrows. This is because they have small, subtle variations. Kevin McGowan from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology says you need a full bird identification toolkit