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The cordyceps genus of fungus infects an ant, beginning to grow out of the ant's head.

Real Life Zombies in the Animal Kingdom

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Zombies have long been featured in movies, games and television. But did you know that there are real-life zombies out there in the wilderness? Nature Interpreter Lisa delves into the creepy world of parasites and how they control their hosts.

An intricate spider web from a bowl and doily spider hangs in a field.

Common Ohio Spiders Found During Fall

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If you’ve been out and about early in the morning lately, it may seem like spiders and their webs have multiplied. Not the case! Nature Interpreter Paul shares why you may feel like more spiders are hanging out this time of year.

Cover crop in a field, most likely winter wheat.

The Sleepy Garden: Putting Your Garden to Bed

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You’ve followed with Allyson on her gardening adventures this year. But now it’s fall. And fall means it’s time to put your garden to bed. Allyson shares steps for putting a garden to bed and how to harvest what’s left.

A squirrel looks through some forest floor debris; it is looking at the camera.

Nutrition Advice From Squirrels?

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Watching a squirrel darting around the ground, burying black walnuts seems like a random process, but they have a method to their madness. Education Manager Suzanne shares the surprising nutrition advice squirrels give us.

A queen snake is curled up on some rocks.

Queen Snakes: The King of Crayfish

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This queen rules supreme over crayfish. Just how do queen snakes detect their prey? Nature Interpreter James lets you in on the secret and shares why healthy freshwater ecosystems are important to both species.

A trench dug in a garden bed allows potato plants to grow.

Eat What You Sow: Growing Potatoes 3 Ways

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Have you ever experimented in your garden? How about with … potatoes? Nature Interpreter Ellen shares the trials and successes of her potato gardening experiment at Parky’s Farm this season.

A humming bird sips on nectar from a coral flower.

One of Nature’s Phenomena: Hummingbird Migration

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Director of Programming Amy can’t help but be fascinated by ruby-throated hummingbirds. These tiny aviators defy logic. How so? Read on as Amy shares more about hummingbird behavior and the feats they accomplish during their migration.

An orange monarch butterfly sits on a pink flower, sipping nectar.

Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Monarchs

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The monarch butterfly is one of the most easily recognized butterflies in North America. Think you know everything there is to know about these winged wonders? Think again! Nature Interpreter Lisa shares facts you didn’t know just in time for the monarch migration.