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East River Preserve Bio-boards
Bio- boards are sheets of plywood that are positioned in strategic areas to provide shade and cover for reptiles, amphib- ians, insects and small mammals. Bio-boards are often used by herpetologists to determine the presence of snakes in areas of interest.
Cub Scout Pack 475 in Guilford volunteered to place four bio-boards in various locations on the East River Preserve property. Menunkatuck member and local herpetologist, Chuck Annicelli, worked with the scouts to locate them in appropriate places.
Anyone can place bio-boards in their backyard to provide habitat for small animals. The plywood does not have to be painted but it will last longer if it is. Even smaller pieces of scrap plywood or boards will do the trick; it can be an inexpensive and fun way to enhance your back yard for wildlife and wildlife viewing.
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