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S now Geese are one of the most commonly seen of all the water fowl in the United States. It is not uncommon to see flocks containing hundre...

Today when I arrived at work Dr. C from the University was in my office and asked me if I would like to see a silver-haired bat hanging onto...

This blob-like, brain-like, fungus is a False Morel in the genus Gyromitra. There are several mushrooms within this genus and all are refer...

House Sparrows ( Passer domesticus ) is a small non-native bird that resides near human dwellings. Its species name of domesticus even hint...

Cedar Apple-Rust Galls are a type of fungus in the genus Gymnosporangium . While they can and do cause damage to apple trees. They are not...

This adorable little swimming creature is a muskrat ( Ondatra zibethicus ). These medium sized rodents are found in all manner of aquatic ha...

Blue Jays( Cyanocitta cristata) are easily one of the most recognized birds in Missouri. Their distinctive blue and white plumage and their...