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Vagrancy

The occurrence of a bird outside its normal geographic range.

Author - tulamin
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Veins

Structural supports within butterfly wings that carry nutrients and strengthen the wing.

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Water-Sensitive Design

Landscape design that manages rainfall and runoff as close as possible to where precipitation falls.

Author - tulamin
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Waterfowl

Birds adapted to aquatic habitats, such as Mallard and Canada Goose.

Author - tulamin
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Watershed

An area of land where all water drains to a common waterway.

Author - tulamin
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wetland

A wetland is an area of land that is permanently or seasonally saturated with water, creating conditions that support water-loving plants and specialized wildlife. Wetlands occur where water covers the soil or is present near the surface for at least part of the year.

Author - tulamin
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Synonyms - Wetland
Wildflower

A flowering plant that grows naturally in a region without human cultivation.

Author - tulamin
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wildlife

Wildlife refers to wild animals and other living organisms that exist independently of human domestication or cultivation.

Author - tulamin
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Synonyms - Wildlife
Wildlife Corridor

A connected pathway of habitat that allows animals to move safely between larger habitat areas.

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Wildlife-Friendly Landscape

A landscape designed to support birds, butterflies, bees, moths, and other native wildlife.

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Wildlife-Friendly Landscaping

Landscaping intentionally designed to provide food, water, shelter, nesting sites, and other resources for wildlife.

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Wing Bar

A visible stripe or marking across the wing formed by feather coloration.

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Wing Span

The distance from the tip of one extended wing to the tip of the opposite wing.

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Winged Pollinator

Any flying animal that assists with pollination, including bees, butterflies, moths, flies, beetles, and hummingbirds.

Author - tulamin
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Winter Interest

Plants, seed heads, stems, bark, and other features that provide habitat and visual value during winter.

Author - tulamin
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