Zoological investigations: nudibranchs
Welcome, welcome, my literate learners, to the first contribution, which will be the first of many, to this series of articles designed to delve into the wild and expansive realm of the lesser-known...
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Ah, New Zealand. That dreamy cluster of islands that friends or maybe friends of friends of yours have burned up precious student loan dollars visiting during spring breaks and summer vacations. New...
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Last night I had to come to terms with two things: I’ve got a mean bronchial infection and there are spiders gleefully using my bathroom as their breeding ground. I counted at least 10 spiderlings...
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It is written (at least it is now): “As you sow procrastination, so shall you reap procrastination.” You should be glad to know — if you haven’t guessed already — that I am procrastinating. Right now....
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Hello again readers of the Manitoban and welcome to late June. It is just about that time to start planning your doom — I mean future — for this fall and what better way to get back into the swing of...
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Do you remember how much you loved Filmon Fridays when you were a kid? A whole day off school?! Man, it was incredible. What have we got that can compare these days? Lackluster dreams of bringing back...
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Today is the day, back to school. Some of us might be filled with excitement and hope for the thrill of a new year of learning and higher education. Others might be devastated and frightened by the...
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Love ’em or hate ’em, insects are arguably the most important animals on earth. They are often viewed as the most successful animals on the planet, too. Many insects are essential for the continuation...
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The cassowary is a large, flightless bird that, along with ostriches, omus, kiwis and rheas, is a proud member of the ratite group. The term ratite refers to the shape of the breastbone or sternum —...
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I went snorkeling in Puerto Rican waters on my day off this week. Yes, that’s right. I will rub it in, thank you. Even though the saltwater burned every scratch and cut I have from climbing up 24-foot...
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