pheonix76

Jenna. Grad student. Ecologist. Naturalist. Vegetarian. Birder. Dog-lover. Jenna is a biology grad student who is currently working on completing her Master's degree. Her thesis focuses on songbird migration dynamics. When she is not working diligently on her research projects she enjoys hiking, biking, jogging, blogging, nature watching, reading about mountain climbing, taking photos, and playing with her adorable chocolate lab. She considers herself a tree-hugging-hippie-liberal-nerd and has discovered that it's sometimes fun to talk about herself in the third person. :)

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The Largest Animals That Ever Lived on Earth

I recently read about a large rodent fossil that was discovered in 2008 and it sparked my interest in large prehistoric animals. I was eager to learn more about some of the largest critters to ever roam the earth, and I was not disappointed. I did...

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How To Band Songbirds | Bird Banding

Have you ever heard of bird banding (or ringing as it is called in other parts of the world)? If you are interested in birds or are a birder, chances are you have heard something about this important conservation activity. If not, it's my goal to...

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Top 10 Largest Birds on Earth | Wingspans

Learn about the 10 birds with the largest wingspans.

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Keep Your Cat Indoors

Domestic cats are currently the most popular pet in the world --- and they have been linked to humans as far back as 9,500 years ago. They are cute and cuddly, but they can also be deadly. Many people in my neighborhood allow their cats to wander...

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Watkins Glen State Park - Stunning Natural Wonder!

Are you looking for a great place to hike or camp in the Finger Lakes Region of New York? Look no further! Watkins Glen State Park is a wonderful destination for people of all ages -- and is great fun for the whole family. I live in Western NY and...

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10 Easy Houseplants To Grow

Have you ever tried to grow houseplants and ended up a frustrated plant parent? Or are you looking for more houseplants, but never know which to buy? Even if you are already enjoying a healthy houseplant collection, this lens can help you select a...

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  Birds

  Top 10 Largest Birds on Earth | Wingspans

  8 years ago

  Learn about the 10 birds with the largest wingspans.

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  Birds

  The Unique Characteristics of Birds

  10 years ago

  We have all seen birds...they are everywhere, in our backyards, gardens, and hedgerows. You can even find birds in cities. They bring life and color to our world, as well as beautiful songs and sounds! But what, by the technical definition, is a...

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  Prehistoric Life

  The Largest Animals That Ever Lived on Earth

  6 years ago

  I recently read about a large rodent fossil that was discovered in 2008 and it sparked my interest in large prehistoric animals. I was eager to learn more about some of the largest critters to ever roam the earth, and I was not disappointed. I did...