(St. Lucie, County) – The Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County (DOH-St. Lucie) has extended the rabies alert originally issued on November 9th by 60 days. DOH-St. Lucie is also expanding the geographical area of the alert to include all of St. Lucie County after a positive rabies…
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When Do Birds Nest?
Birds are a thing of wonder. And for people who love birds, the nesting season is a special time. But, when do birds start nesting? The answer may surprise you. So, read on to find out more about when do birds nest.
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Nine-banded armadillos are a common nuisance animal in the United States. They are also known carriers of the M. leprae bacteria, which causes leprosy. This led many people to wonder if they can actually catch leprosy from these wild animals. Find out more about the risks of Armadillo contact and how to…
Do Rattlesnakes Swim?
Snakes swimming in water is not unheard of, in fact, there are snakes that are very good swimmers! But what about rattlesnakes? Can these reptiles swim? Read on to find out!
How Many Rattles on a Rattlesnake?
The rattles on a rattlesnake are its most distinguishing feature. When threatened, the snake will shake its tail, causing the rattles to emit a loud buzzing noise. But, how many rattles does a rattlesnake have exactly? Read on to…
Do Copperhead Snakes Swim?
Copperhead snakes are venomous snakes that are known to frequent near water sources, like rivers, lakes, and streams. But do they actually swim? This article will shed some light on this question so…
Do Woodpeckers Damage Trees?
Woodpeckers pecking at your ornamental trees can be concerning, especially if you don’t know the extent of the damage. But can woodpeckers actually hurt the trees? Read on to find out!
What is in a Rattlesnake’s Rattle?
The rattle is the rattlesnake’s most unique and interesting feature. It is an essential part of their survival. But what exactly is in a rattlesnake’s rattle? Read on to find out!
Do Woodpeckers Damage Trees?
Woodpeckers pecking at your ornamental trees can be concerning, especially if you don’t know the extent of the damage. But can woodpeckers actually hurt the trees? Read on to find out!
Raccoon Diseases Transmitted to Dogs
Raccoons carry a number of diseases that can easily spread to dogs. Many of these are quite severe and if not treated on time can be fatal. Dogs, being the curious animals that they are will often get in contact with raccoons and their…
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