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Oct 23, 20181 minThe Big, Beautiful and Loud Sandhill CraneSandhill cranes are a magnificent sight. Sandhill cranes are big, majestic birds. They have long legs and necks to make them stand tall,...
Oct 12, 20181 minMeet the Fast Flying MerlinDespite a name to the contrary, there’s nothing magical or mysterious about merlin falcons. The Merlin falcon has a name that sounds a...
Oct 3, 20182 minAn Up-Close Look at Praying MantisesPraying mantises are a common insect in Illinois, but their excellent camouflage means we often don’t see them even when they are near....