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Taxidermy allows people to better understand the biodiversity of the planet.
A Burrowing Owl was found at Montrose Beach Dunes on October 6, the first record of this western owl in the Chicago area since 2008. After an absence of about a week, it (or another) was seen again at the same location. Then is was watched coughing up a pellet, as owls do. So how many Burrowing Owls were there? And what are they eating?
There is nothing like a long car trip to appreciate the wonder of North American birds.
In my last blog post I documented a localized outbreak of botulism at Montrose Beach. Here I go more in-depth talking about botulism, and I discuss what can be done to prevent it recurrence.
Over the last few days, at least three shorebirds with no obvious signs of trauma have been found dead or dying on Montrose Beach. What's killing them?
Prof. Nyakabwa made a world of difference to biology students in the Congo.
Our new temporary exhibit presents a variety of artwork focused on the issues facing humans and biodiversity