A highly valuable but misconstrued mammal, bats are essential for a healthy environment. Most species of North American bats are insectivores, eating from 3,000 – 7,000 insects nightly.
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
How to convert a roosting box to a birdhouse, and back!
Converting to a Birdhouse – The Convertible Winter Roosting Box - Coveside 10097
The winter roost converts to a birdhouse by inverting the front panel. First, open the front from the bottom and slide the perches out through the sides of the box. Then remove a screw on each side of the house. The front can then be inverted with the bottom aligned with the base of the house. The screws can be reinserted into the original holes on the sides. After conversion there should be a slot at the top of the front to allow for ventilation during the nesting season.
The winter roost converts to a birdhouse by inverting the front panel. First, open the front from the bottom and slide the perches out through the sides of the box. Then remove a screw on each side of the house. The front can then be inverted with the bottom aligned with the base of the house. The screws can be reinserted into the original holes on the sides. After conversion there should be a slot at the top of the front to allow for ventilation during the nesting season.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Linus and Lucy the parakeets
Linus and Lucy the parakeets went nuts over chirping birds in the background of one of the HGTV real estate shows.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Tarantula Mating Season
Love is in the air in the world of tarantulas. You may notice more tarantulas on the trails and roads, especially at elevations of 1000-2500 feet during the late afternoon and early evening. The months of September and October are prime time for the tarantula mating season. Don't be afraid - they really are very docile creatures! But they are on a mission so it's best to just let them be.
Monday, October 4, 2010
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