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Epiphytes Are Unique Plants – Definition & Examples

September 13, 2019September 12, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment

Epiphytes can be found in unusual places, such as the trunks of trees or cliff sides.  Here is the definition of epiphyte and a couple of examples. Continue reading →

Plants Reproduce 2 Main Ways – What Are They?

October 14, 2018September 27, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Beautiful wildflowers in Utah.

Plants reproduce or attempt to make new plants in one of two main ways.  One of those is by making seeds, but what is the other one? Continue reading →

5 True Bugs Of The Rocky Mountains – The Real Deal

September 16, 2018September 9, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you seen any of these true bugs? Photo via Flickr.

There may be tons of insects in the world, but not all of them are true bugs.  Here are 5 common true bugs of the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

7 Caddisfly Facts – Hard Facts

August 21, 2018August 19, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you ever seen one of these? Do you know what it is?

A caddisfly is a really neat aquatic insect that is common on rivers and streams throughout the world and Rocky Mountains.  Here are 7 caddisfly facts. Continue reading →

The American Dipper – The Bird That Walks Underwater!

August 19, 2018August 13, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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This is such a cool bird. Photo via Flickr.

The American Dipper is the only aquatic songbird in the world!  Here are 7 facts about this amazing and unique bird of the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

Dragonfly Or Damselfly? Tricks To Tell Them Apart

August 17, 2018August 9, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Is this a dragonfly or damselfly?

Can you tell if if an insect is a dragonfly or damselfly?  Here are 4 simple tricks to help you tell apart these two similar looking insects. Continue reading →

8 Bald Eagle Facts – A Symbol Of The USA

July 4, 2018June 25, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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The majestic bald eagle.

The Bald Eagle is the National Bird of the United States of America.  Here are 8 facts about this iconic bird that has been a symbol of the USA for over 200 years. Continue reading →

7 Cicada Facts For Nature Lovers

July 2, 2018June 20, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you seen or heard a cicada recently?

Among other cicada facts, is the fact that cicadas are very loud insects that can be found throughout the world.  Here are 7 cool facts about these insects that you may see, but more likely hear near you soon. Continue reading →

8 Painted Lady Butterfly Facts – A Common Butterfly

June 18, 2018June 18, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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A Painted Lady Butterfly is a common insects of the Rocky Mountains.

The Painted Lady Butterfly is one of the most common butterflies of the Rocky Mountains that you are likely to see.  Here are 8 fun nature facts about this beautiful winged insect or butterfly. Continue reading →

Bird Roost – Not The Same As A Bird Nest

May 29, 2018May 24, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Where do you think this Clark’s Nutcracker stays at night? A bird roost or bird nest?

A bird roost and a bird nest are very different.  Birds stay at both at night, but for very different reasons.  Here is a quick explanation of what a bird roost is and how it differs from a bird nest. Continue reading →

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