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A skunk sniffing near the underside of a deck surrounded by autumn leaves in Charlottesville, Virginia.

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Virginia Wildlife Behavior Near Homes in the Fall

A black rat snake sunning on a rock beside a natural pond near Smith Mountain Lake, surrounded by tall grasses and a tranquil landscape.

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Snakes in the Garden? How to Stay Safe During Virginia’s Peak Snake Season

A pond aerator creating bubbles in a clear pond on private land near Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, with fish swimming near the surface.

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How to Prevent Algae Blooms in Your Virginia Pond