Why are red-legged frogs endangered?

Why are red-legged frogs endangered? California red-legged frogs are currently threatened by loss of habitat from the growth of cities and suburbs, mining, overgrazing by cattle, invasion of nonnative plants, impoundments, water diversions, degraded water quality, and introduced predators, such as bullfrogs. Where is a critical habitat? Critical habitat is defined as: Specific areas within […]

Was Festus in the horse soldiers?

Was Festus in the horse soldiers? Ken Curtis, better known as Festus in the hit western “Gunsmoke,” also is cast, as was movie legend Hoot Gibson. The acclaimed John Ford directed “The Horse Soldiers,” while the studio, The Mirisch Co., later created such hits as “The Magnificent Seven” and “In the Heat of the Night.” […]

Where can I find scorpionfly?

Where can I find scorpionfly? Scorpionflies are found in meadows, especially near the forest-edge. As with the adults, the habits of larval scorpionflies are not well-known. Many species are believed to be scavengers and opportunists, feeding on dead insects and decaying organic material. What do scorpion flies look like? Wings, however, are present on an […]

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