May 25, 20213 minWhat's the Difference: Venomous Vs. PoisonousAt the Forest Preserve District, one of the more common questions we get is whether a particular snake is poisonous or if there are any...
May 11, 20212 minIs It OK To Leave Out Nesting Material for Birds?Have you ever looked at a bird’s nest up close? It is impressive how they are able to weave together their nesting materials into such a...
May 7, 20213 minWhat's the Difference: Lizards vs. SalamandersWalking up to Plum Creek Nature Center, visitors see a big blue cement creature named Spot. Spot is on our signs, in our playground and...
May 4, 20213 minWhy Do Birds Fly Into Windows?Cats kill billions of birds every year in the United States and Canada, but there's another culprit in as many as 1 billion additional...