Wildlife emerges as winter fades

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April 29, 2024

Did you know? A single Canada Goose has between 20,000 and 25,000 feathers. The vast majority of those feathers are short, stubby down that helps insulate the bird from cold water and freezing temperature. SOURCE: Audubon (WVL photo.)

A robin combs threw the bush and looks for his next meal. (Whytni Venne )

The wasp sits on the railing taking a rest from the hot day. (Ellie Laws)

“Your’re gonna have to move, the end of this branch is reserved.” A group of turtles bask in the first warm day of the year. (WVL photo.)

Notoriously aggressive, Canada Geese won’t back down when they feel threatened. If an adult Canada Goose thinks its goslings or nest are in danger, it will stretch out its neck, spread its wings out wide, and hiss as it pumps its head up and down. They will also charge and even fly at a perceived threat, including humans. (WVL)

During migration, sandhill cranes may travel more than 200 miles a day. They’re fast fliers, reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. (WVL photo.)

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