Search Results: insects (113)

Insects Image of a collection of many colorful beetles.
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Beetles comprise 30 percent of all insects and about 30 percent of all other animal species. And millions more yet to be discovered!

Reptiles Red-sided Garter snake, Thamnophis sirtalis.
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When we can set aside our fears, we find that snakes are fascinating animals that deserve respect as beneficial predators of rodents, and other pests.

Amphibians Small green frog sitting on a lilypad in water, with a pretty yellow flower nearby.
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There is no scientific distinction between frogs and toads; they just belong to different families. A few visible differences, however, distinguish them.

Basics Female Mallard hiding among grasses.
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Wildlife need to feel safe in your yard: Dense shrubs, brush piles, stacked firewood, tall grasses, trees, and for some animals, water. Plus more.

Basics Various native plants displaying red berries, lavender flowers and greenery.
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Wildlife won’t stay in your yard if there’s no food for them. A large part of their day — everyday — is focused on finding food.

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Yes! Animals have feelings! When habitat goes missing, so do animals Going, going gone: more on endangered wildlife Trapped animals:…

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