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A World Under the Ice

Living On Earth commentator Sy Montgomery walks on the frozen ponds near her home in New Hampshire, following in Thoreau’s footsteps to search for life through the “icy window.”

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A World Under the Ice

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Winter insects

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Lush, Mysterious Bogs

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Water Insects

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Spider Magic

When she’s not writing commentaries for us, Sy Montgomery is often busy making trips around the world researching and recording nature. But, recently she realized that some of the best encounters can take place right at home. Commentator Sy Montgomery comes to us courtesy of New Hampshire Public Radio.

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Spirit Houses

On a recent trip to Southeast Asia, Living On Earth commentator Sy Montgomery discovered the meaning of “spirit houses” – miniature buildings that are erected to appease displaced entities in the wake of human encroachment.