Buzz bombs that bite: it takes mighty quick hands to swat horseflies and deerflies on the attack in summer

Article Abstract:

The family of flies called the tabinids include horseflies, deerflies and hundreds of other species. They are equiped with mouth parts that bite and also have anticlotting saliva. The biting behavior of stable flies and other fly pests are described. Prevention where possible is also suggested.

Care and treatment, Research, Methods, Behavior, Anticoagulants (Medicine), Anticoagulants, Flies, Diptera, Livestock, Fly control

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A serpent in the garden

Article Abstract:

There are 115 species of snakes in North America, but only 24 of them are venomous. Garter snakes are the most common garden invaders, especially where there are marigolds or compost heaps. All snakes will bite but only if they are provoked.

Environmental aspects, Gardening, Snakes, Varieties

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Flight patterns

Article Abstract:

The key to understanding how birds fly is in the ways they use their wings. Their flight patterns also are clues to the kinds of birds they are. Some have 'undulating' patterns; others move forward with pulsating wing propulsions.

Cover Story, Birds, Bird flight

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