Plus, discover a surprising (and stinky!) winter plant that might be closer than you think. While winter is still here, explore which animals stay active in the cold and how to spot them this season.
When you think of winter and wildlife, hibernation might be the first thing that comes to mind—animals conserving energy and waiting for warmer days.
But many animals stay active throughout the season, searching for food, finding mates, starting families, or moving across the landscape.
Want to spot some of these incredible creatures? Here are 8 North American species to look for this winter—they might even be in your backyard! |
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Photos: Hooded merganser © Shutterstock.com/Mircea Costina; Red fox © Sarah Pietrkiewicz; White-tailed deer © Sarah Pietrkiewicz |
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