The sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) is one of four lamprey species found in the Lake Champlain Basin out of 31 species found world-wide. According to some, the sea lamprey species is proving to be a problematic presence in Lake Champlain. What is a Lamprey? Lampreys are … [Read more...] about Lake Champlain Lamprey Problem
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Adirondack Bats: Endangered Bats
You may not like bats, but I'm sure you enjoy not getting bit by mosquitoes and other bugs. The fewer bats that patrol the skies the more the insect population will increase and bother us! Bats are an important part of our ecosystem and do not deserve their bad … [Read more...] about Adirondack Bats: Endangered Bats
Adirondack Bats: Wind Turbine Bat Threat
Despite their sometimes bad reputation, bats are an integral and very useful part of the the ecosystem. While White-nose Syndrome is the largest threat facing bats in the Adirondacks right now there are still other threats to consider. Wind Turbines Cause Bat Deaths Many people … [Read more...] about Adirondack Bats: Wind Turbine Bat Threat
Adirondack Bats: White-nose Syndrome
Bats have faced several threats throughout their existence, one of the most predominant being humans and side effects of human actions. In North America that is no longer the case, and bats are facing their most serious threat yet! "...instead of sticking up for the little … [Read more...] about Adirondack Bats: White-nose Syndrome
Adirondack Bats: Defending Bats
Bats are very misunderstood animals. Usually when someone is asked to name creepy creatures, bats are somewhere near the top of their list. That creepy reputation makes many people ignore or not realize the importance that bats play in the world. Though if you don't care about … [Read more...] about Adirondack Bats: Defending Bats