Made in the mist

Article Abstract:

The Niagara Falls, despite being a highly industrialized area, attracts millions of gulls in the North American region. The river has the world's largest gull population, about 100,000 gulls of 19 species. The large number is probably due to its food-rich waters.

Natural history, Biological diversity, Biodiversity, Ontario, Gulls, Niagara Falls

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The Rapunzel hypothesis: scientists are still scratching their heads over some basic biology of head lice

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Head lice infestation is considered a nuisance by most people. Some scientists are still studying the insect's biological background, although head lice are not considered a major research priority by most disease agencies.

Research, Pediculosis, Medical parasitology, Lice, Parasitology

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From the ground up

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A description is presented of the work of Reg Parton who has influenced the establishment of the Netley Marsh, Lake Winnipeg as an Important Bird Area with global significance. His bird conservation work is discussed.

Canada, Influence, Environmental aspects, Personalities, Wildlife conservation, Birds, Protection of, Bird conservation, Conservationists, Parton, Reg

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