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Wild Valentines
In the arena of the natural world, victory is achieved by your ability to pass on your genes. That’s why, for most species, love is war. Competition is fierce to find (and keep) a mate and territory to raise young. Usually males must compete for the attention of females, who can be rather picky. After…
Read MoreGila Monsters: Beneath the Scales of Utah’s State Reptile
By Tyson Victor Fall is an excellent time to search for one of Utah’s most iconic creatures, the Gila monster. This large lizard spends most of the summer underground to escape the blistering heat, then emerges in the autumn seeking sustenance before winter brumation (akin to hibernation). Washington County, located within the Mojave Desert, is…
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