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What are rhino’s horns made of? Rhinoceros Facts & Frequently Asked Questions
October 31, 2025Animals, The Deep Stuff
As a nature know-it-all kid, I loved talking to (more likely at) people about my favorite animals. One of those favorites was the rhinoceros, a dinosaur-like animal I loved to watch on nature shows. My go-to trivia fact was that rhino ho...
While the wildlife in our neighborhoods, gardens, city parks, and backyards is close and hand and can be fascinating, every nature enthusiast eventually wants to go further afield. Venturing out into new natural places can bring you into...
Whether we find them intimidating or intriguing, people can’t deny some interest in spiders. They’re a part of our lives whether we like it or not, and play a critical role as insect predators in many ecosystems. Beyond that, spiders can...
Everywhere in the world, you’ll find a few backyard wildlife “usual suspects”. These are species that turn up frequently in gardens, backyards or other outdoor spaces and attract attention—both good and bad. This weeks Wildlife Spotlig...
Controlling pests in your garden or yard can be challenging. Chemical treatments to eliminate critters like grubs or aphids can be harmful to pets and children, and tend to be expensive, requiring repeat applications. Planting flowers or...
Spending time outside has a lot of benefits. It can improve your health, sharpen your mind, relieve stress, and make you feel happier and more resilient. It’s a great way to make friends, see amazing places and wildlife, and adds a new d...
I found a giant mosquito—What is this bug?
April 30, 2025Bugs, Common Household Bugs, Naturalist Answers
Warmer months anywhere in the world tend to bring out bug of many shapes and sizes. Even if you find them creepy, there’s something impressive about the seemingly endless variety of insects and other invertebrate critters that appear in ...
Have you been eating wasp-filled figs? Check out this post for the fascinating science behind one of my favorite weird nature facts....
