Slippery elm bark mystery linked to deer chewing
In western Monongalia County West Virginia researchers led by Dr. Edwin Michael study deer that strip slippery elm bark from trees. They note this unusual behavior may relate to food shortages or possible soothing effects, while Indians used the bark medicinally and it remains a source of nutrition for deer in lean times.
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West Virginia University
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Michael
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Shrubs beat rocks for cooling in desert landscaping
In the desert, research from University of Arizona and the American Association of Nurserymen finds shrubs cool homes better than rock mulches. Measures show shrub landscapes save energy and water costs versus rock garden baselines, though some vegetation still uses water.
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Desert
American Association of Nurserymen
University of Arizona
Balloon scares birds with hawk eye visuals
A weather proof vinyl scare eye balloon updates the traditional scarecrow. It features magnified hawk eye images to frighten crop eating birds and can be hung from a tree branch or pole.
600 year old Treaty Oak poisoned in Austin Texas
Officials said a 600 year old landmark oak was deliberately poisoned with a tree killing herbicide. City forester John Giedraitis called it clearly not an accident as crews attempt to save the Treaty Oak famed for its historic ties to Stephen F. Austin. The tree’s branch spread exceeds 100 feet and it is regrowing leaves.
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Austin, Texas
John Giedraitis
Stephen F. Austin
Texas
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