In the Middle Ages in Europe, massive plague epidemics killed millions of people. Plague has not been eliminated. It can still be found in Africa, Asia, and South America. Today, plague is rare in the United States. But it has been known to occur in parts of California, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico. The three most common forms of plague are: Bubonic plague, an infection of the lymph nodes.
Dear Herb, Lucky bunnies to have landed in your yard! :). Cottontail rabbits start to wander from their nest at the age of about 2-3 weeks, but will stay in the yard for longer, depending on how hospitable the environment is. If you don't see them in the nest, don't assume that you still couln't hit one with the mower as it hides in the grass, hoping to stay out of sight.
Most wild baby birds must be fed every 15 minutes for 12-16 hours a day! HOW YOU CAN HELP PREVENT PROBLEMS FOR BIRDS: We can help our wild birds in many ways. It is important to leave nests alone, and keep pets away from the babies.Baby birds will jump out of the nest too early if disturbed.fter the nest is done, the mother bird lays one egg each day for 4-5 days. The parents take turns sitting on the eggs to keep them warm. The eggs hatch in 10-14 days. THE HATCHLINGS AND NESTLINGS: Nearly all baby birds are naked and blind when they come out of the egg.