Monday, April 23, 2012
Slithering Into Spring
The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) constructed an artificial hibernaculum for the local snake population. The hibernaculum is basically a big pit, full of cinder blocks, bricks, and perforated pipe. The pit extends deep enough that it lies below the frost line in winter, and is so loosely-packed that snakes can easily and safely find shelter within.
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