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The fledglings are able to fly short distances after leaving the nest. The wings of juvenile birds develop rapidly, and it only takes a couple of weeks for them to become proficient at flying. The young birds perch in bushes or trees for protection from predators. Bird banders have found that only 25% of young [...]

These birds are frequently seen swimming in open water. They can dive for food but can also forage on land. American Coots are omnivorous, eating plant material, arthropods, fish, and other aquatic animals. They nest in a well-concealed location in tall reeds.

Rough Green Snakes can be found in hilly areas where it frequents dry, sparse woodland habitat. They are very good climbers and often bask in low trees and bushes on sunny days. The Rough Green Snake preys mostly on insects such as grasshoppers and spiders. When threatened, it freezes in place and waits for an [...]

Dragonflies are among the most ancient of living creatures. They were flying more than 300 million years ago, predating dinosaurs by over 100 million years and birds by some 150 million.

The Hummingbird Hawk-moth is a species of hawk moth with a long proboscis, and regularly hovers, making an audible humming noise. These two features make it look remarkably like a hummingbird when it feeds on flowers.