The great outdoors is an escape from pandemic-induced boredom, but there are dangers to be aware of.
West Nile virus
Posted inHealth
State warns of increased West Nile virus risk, especially for elderly
While state experts are warning residents of an increased risk of West Nile virus infection right now, a UConn Health doctor is stressing that it’s rare for people infected with the virus to develop symptoms, let alone to develop a serious illness.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Invasive species keep coming. Will climate change bring more?
It’s an unexpectedly busy summer for invasive species in Connecticut. A new beetle is attacking pines and an old one is attacking ash trees. There’s another dangerous mosquito. The big question — will climate change bring even more problems?
Posted inEnergy & Environment
A good Connecticut winter for eagles, trees and stink bugs, not necessarily bats
The cold, snowy winter followed by a wet, chilly spring have had consequences for Connecticut’s wildlife, plants and insects. Some consequences are predictable, but more often those consequences are unexpected, counter-intuitive — and even good.