james burton

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An Eastern Gray Squirrel assumes its iconic hunched over stance as it feeds.

Environment

Eastern Gray Squirrel Facts: Animals of North America

The Harris's hawk's intelligence and hunting proficiencies have made it into a choice hunting companion for falconers the world over.

Environment

Harris's Hawk Facts: Animals of North America

The semi-aquatic North American River otter is a proficient swimmer and catcher of fish.

Environment

River Otter Facts: Animals of North America

Nocturnal Virginia opossums are commonly seen pilfering through human trash and being struck by motor vehicles in the Southeast U.S.

Environment

Virginia Opossum Facts: Animals of North America

Sorb women in traditional festive attire at a carnival in Turnow, a village in Lower Lusatia in the German state of Brandenburg near the Polish border.

Society

The Sorb People - Cultures of the World

A cherry orchard in Traverse City, Michigan.

Economics

Where Do Cherries Grow?

Two juvenile male Elk in California. Most wild Elk in North America today are to be found living in the Western U.S.

Environment

Elk Facts: Animals of North America

George Washington's famous crossing of the Delaware River was the first of a series of surprise attacks which brought the Continental Army to victory at Trenton.

Society

The Battle of Trenton: The American Revolutionary War

As their name suggests, these owls are best known for living in the dug-out burrows of other animals.

Environment

Burrowing Owl Facts: Animals of North America

An 1852 depiction of British General John Burgoyne at the end of the battles of Saratoga surrendering to the Continental American forces.

Society

The Battle of Saratoga: The American Revolutionary War

The mere fact that the Continental Army fought on equal terms with the British despite having half their troops caused this battle to be a boost in moral regardless of its outcome.

Society

The Battle of White Plains: The American Revolutionary War

Clearly related to other felines, bobcats are much bigger than domesticated housecats and can hunt prey as large as deer and mountain goats.

Environment

Bobcat Facts: Animals of North America

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