Auburn University revealed that they will be wearing No. 7 on the side of their helmets today at the Outback Bowl honoring Birmingham native Pat Sullivan, who passed away on Dec. 1 at the age of 69.
Yesterday, salamander enthusiasts, herpetologists and nature lovers around the world were introduced to a new species of salamander found only in Alabama and Florida – the Reticulated Siren.
“Shield bugs” is one name, which describes the appearance, like an ornate piece of medieval armor. We call them “stink bugs” stateside, but perhaps the French named it best. “Punaise diabolique.” Devil bug! Whatever you call it, if you’ve got them in your Birmingham home, please don’t squash them. Your nose can thank us later.
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Here is some good news from Auburn University about Alabama’s growing bear population.
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Welcome to the Bham Now Nature Roundup for September 29th.
A couple of weeks ago, the Alabama environmental community lost one of its true giants – Dr. Bob Mount. Continue reading “Bham Now Nature Roundup – September 29th”
Welcome to the Bham Now Nature Roundup for August 3rd.
Auburn University’s Aubie, LSU’s Mike the Tiger, University of Missouri’s Truman and Clemson’s The Tiger have two things in common.
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On November 6th, Chandler Riggs, the actor who portrays Carl on AMC’s hit show the Walking Dead, let the world know he was accepted to Auburn University. The 17-year-old, Atlanta native has been with the show since the premiere and has quite a large fan base. So of course, his fans had a lot to say about his acceptance.
ayy i just got accepted into auburn
— chandler riggs (@chandlerriggs) November 7, 2016
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