If there is one thing that strikes fear in my heart it’s the sight of a Black Widow Spider. You don’t see them too often, but when you do it’s a surprise that makes you jump back a few feet or all the way into the neighbor’s pool. You start to wonder where else in the house they might be hiding. It’s not like they jump out at you or...

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Attracting birds and bees to our yards and gardens is simple, if we provide what they like and need.

Joanie Smith, owner of East Bay Nature in Walnut Creek, says there are five essential elements for success — water, food, cover, nesting and safety.

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