Out of the Discovery Box Karly Tumminello

What's the buzz?! Cicadas, of course!
Learn about periodical and annual cicadas, where they are emerging this season, and what these cool little bugs are up to. 

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Gardening is an engaging hobby for many, but it can quickly become overwhelming if you are new to the process. Here are some tips and tricks to planning out and planting your garden this year. Gardening can be a great boost to your wellbeing, and a fun way to connect with nature!

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Houseplants can help reduce stress, purify the air, and add color and vibrancy to any indoor space. Let's take a look at some easy-to-care-for houseplants, how to care for them, and what to look for when adding new plants to your home. 

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Winter is a wonderful season to observe birds! Learn more about how to attract birds to your backyard, what birds to expect to see this time of year in different habitats, and a sneak preview into the bird migrations coming up in spring.

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Enjoy time outdoors and become more observant of the natural world by going on a nature walk! This can be a fun exploration in any outdoor setting. Learn some tips to help make your nature walk more enjoyable and something you will want to make a habit of.

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Tree squirrels are acrobatic arboreal rodents that are busy scurrying, climbing, and jumping. They really are interesting creatures with mischievous antics. Let's dive in and explore more about tree squirrels, including the four species native to Illinois!

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Learn more about the research detailed in this podcast here:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5559565/pdf/10071_2017_Article_1113.pdf

https://jacobs.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Animal-Behaviour-1991-Jacobs.pdf

https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/full/10.1098/rsos.170958