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Dreams of nationhood uncovered
The past is not gone, it merely lies buried.
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June 2017
We found these strange-looking worms in a bucket of water where we were soaking palm fruits at our plant nursery. What are they and how did they get there?
Rat-tailed maggot of the Green Hoverfly (Austalis copiosa) seeking place to pupate.
Video courtesy of Colleen Foelz.
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May 2017
This unusual weevil was sent to the museum for identification. There are tens of thousands of different kinds, but fortunately this is one of the more distinctive species.
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April 2017
This green paper was lining an antique cupboard I purchased. I was told it could be toxic. Is this paper dangerous?
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