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The Wildlife Behind Halloween
Spiders, bats, and owls have long been common symbols of Halloween, but that doesn't mean you should only look for them in festive front...
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- Sep 1, 2018
- 3 min
Bats: Fact and Fiction
If you look in the sky above your yard around dusk, you may catch a glimpse of a bat on its nightly insect hunt. The combined area of...
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- Jul 7, 2018
- 5 min
Why Should We Protect Our Local Habitats?
Santa Barbara County includes multiple types of habitat, including riparian areas, chaparral, oak woodland, and others. Preserving these...
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- Nov 4, 2017
- 2 min
Awesome Possums
Virginia opossums are common backyard visitors in Santa Barbara, climbing on fences and meandering across lawns. They are omnivores,...
The Skunk Corner
- Nov 4, 2017
- 2 min
Awesome Possums
Virginia opossums are common backyard visitors in Santa Barbara, climbing on fences and meandering across lawns. They are omnivores,...
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- Oct 8, 2017
- 2 min
5 Ways to Minimize Cat/Wildlife Conflicts
Housecats and wildlife don't usually mix well. Many cats, even the most gentle and calm ones, follow their predatory instincts when they...
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- Oct 8, 2017
- 2 min
5 Ways to Minimize Cat/Wildlife Conflicts
Housecats and wildlife don't usually mix well. Many cats, even the most gentle and calm ones, follow their predatory instincts when they...
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- Aug 28, 2017
- 2 min
Bird Stuck In a Room? Here's What to Do
Sometimes, wild birds fly into buildings, such as houses, offices, or classrooms, and can't find their way out. The most important...
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- Aug 27, 2017
- 2 min
Bird Stuck In a Room? Here's What to Do
Sometimes, wild birds fly into buildings, such as houses, offices, or classrooms, and can't find their way out. The most important...
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- Aug 20, 2017
- 3 min
Identifying Wildlife Pathways In Your Yard
Many backyard mammals, from rodents to raccoons, follow specific pathways through neighborhoods. By knowing where these pathways are,...
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- Aug 20, 2017
- 3 min
Identifying Wildlife Pathways In Your Yard
Many backyard mammals, from rodents to raccoons, follow specific pathways through neighborhoods. By knowing where these pathways are,...