Ten-Minute Sabbatical

Take a break from the bench to puzzle and peruse.

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A continuous wall would disconnect any jaguars and ocelots in the U.S. from their major range in Mexico. And it’s not just solid walls that are the issue; certain types of fencing can be a complete barrier to individual wildlife species. All of that should be considered.

An almond doesn’t lactate, I will confess.

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