Alligator Facts and Misconceptions From Reader Inquiries
A collection of questions addresses alligator feeding responses to water temps in Louisiana, sightings of a 19 foot record size alligator in the 1900s, overland movement to Florida ponds, and human attacks. Experts note feeding varies by species and conditions, large records lacked photos, overland travel occurs, and most human bites arise from provocation or feeding.
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Louisiana
E. A. Mellhenny
McIlhenny
Florida
Barrier
Health insurance claims debated by physician director
Dr James Woodburn of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota explains that claim decisions are made by physician panels using peer reviewed research and that customer service staff handle benefits questions and appeal processes. He criticizes premature approval of new therapies like fenfluramine and urges patients to appeal if unhappy with coverage decisions.
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Abby
Utica
N.Y
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Minnesota
James Woodburn
M.D
Blue Shield OF
Woodburn
Ruby crowned kinglet visits brighten spring in the North
A naturalist recalls a rare ruby crowned kinglet seen in May in the far North changing the landscape with its boisterous song. The male's ruby crown, white eye ring and wing bars cheer observers while the species departs southward in autumn. The kinglet is described as a small olive and buffy gray bird with a distinctive crown patch.
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May
Fay
Aiken
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Ecoview
Dear Abby
Fil van
Deay
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
Ann Drayton- Smith
Robert Boone
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