breeding

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Native nesting birds, like bald eagles, are protected under federal law, and disturbing active nests can “disrupt breeding and impact their success,” the department said in the post.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Beagan said it was "really really exciting to find that one" and that he and his team will be eagerly watching the progression of this bird throughout the breeding season.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Young mice are easier and less expensive to obtain, while aged mice require long term care and breeding.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

While they can be spotted year-round, winter generally offers the best experience as it coincides with the breeding season and avoids the heat of Spanish summer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

This mosquito is almost entirely dependent on humans for its breeding areas—the still water found in water barrels, cisterns, canals, ponds, sewers, gutters, and outhouses.

From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy