December 17, 2007: Roadside Nature
The side of the road is often a great place to spot some interesting plants and animals.
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December 18, 2007: Life in a Tidal Pool
One of the best places to observe an interesting variety of sea life is a tidal pool.
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December 19, 2007: Bald Eagle - Winter Breeding
We usually think of bird mating and breeding as springtime activities, but one population of Bald Eagles breeds in the winter.
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December 20, 2007: Unusual Termites
These pests have some very unusual and interesting characteristics.
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December 21, 2007: Common Woodpeckers
Even though few birds have more potential for destruction than the common woodpecker, conflicts with these wood-drilling noisemakers are few and far between.
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December 24, 2007: Bryce Canyon in Winter
Full of stone spires, pinnacles, and other forms shaped by years of erosion, Bryce Canyon takes on a new dimension in the winter.
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December 25, 2007: What are Wetlands
Wetlands form intricate ecosystems that are home to a large diversity of plant and animal life.
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December 26, 2007: Mountain Sheep
Skilled climbers are often compared to mountain goats. But have you ever heard anyone say, “She’s as sure-footed as a mountain sheep?”
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December 27, 2007: Grand Canyon North
The North rim of the Grand Canyon is the coldest, wettest area of Grand Canyon National Park.
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December 28, 2007: Starlings
Though not native to North America, Starlings are now so numerous here that they have become a serious problem in some areas.
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December 31, 2007: Small-Clawed Otter
The smallest otter species in the world, the small-clawed otter inhabits the waterways of Southeast Asia.
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