Marine Flatworms of the World [.pdf]
http://www.rzuser.uni-heidelberg.de/~bu6/flatintr.htm
This Web site devoted to the study of Polyclad flatworms is full of images and data on these colorful marine invertebrates. A substantial introduction page (that can be viewed online or downloaded in Adobe Acrobat) gives visitors a robust introduction to the biology of these unique creatures, complete with diagrams and photos. The site also hosts a recently updated gallery of images of marine flatworms from all over the world. The gallery include data on species, size, location, and depth where the image was taken. Anyone interested in learning about marine invertebrates will find this site beneficial. [AL]
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The US National Arboretum: Gardening
http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/gardeningr.html
The US National Arboretum provides this Web page to assist the nearly 60 million people who garden. Some particularly useful site features are the Q&A section answered by Arboretum experts, a glossary of plant terminology, basic plant requirements, and an introduction to Integrated Pest Management. The site is a collection of practical information; it is likely that almost any gardener will find something of interest. [AL]
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Focus On Tuberculosis: Ancient Enemy, Present Threat
http://www.niaid.nih.gov/newsroom/focuson/tb02/tb.htm
With March 24, 2002, as World Tuberculosis Day, this Web site from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is focused on the fight against this deadly infection. About 6,000 people worldwide die each day from tuberculosis, many in less developed countries. This Web site details the disease throughout history, the present threat, and medical research focused on various strategies for fighting tuberculosis. [AL]
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Kodak Birdcam 2002
http://birdcam.kodak.com/
For the past few years, a pair of Peregrine falcons have nested atop of the Kodak Tower in Rochester, NY. The previously endangered species has made a remarkable comeback and are often found nesting on tall buildings in urban areas. Again this year, Kodak has placed a series of cameras near the nest box to document the nesting, incubation, hatching, and maturation of this year's anticipated clutch. The image is refreshed every minute, and galleries of significant events are kept for future viewing. This is a great site for anyone who wants to learn about and observe these powerful predators. [AL]
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Insect Answers [.pdf]
http://insects.tamu.edu/extension/insctans/
This new page from Texas A&M University's entomology extension program is a consolidated body of information on insects. Links to a number of extension service documents are grouped by their association with households, lawns and gardens, agriculture, humans, and animals. There are also links to documents written in Spanish, insects in the news, and resources for identifying insects. This Web site is most useful for a general audience of home or garden owners, as well as anyone concerned about a pest problem. [AL]
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Organic Food Production
http://www.nal.usda.gov/afsic/ofp/
The Alternative Farming Systems Information Center (AFSIC) is a specialized segment of the National Agricultural Library. AFSIC provides this Web site as a collection of resources and information on organically produced foods. The site provides links to numerous government agencies and other organizations aimed at supporting organic agriculture. An assortment of AFSIC publications includes tips for searching for organic agriculture information, as well as compiled lists of resources on topics like organic gardening, marketing organic foods, and nutritive content of organically produced foods. This is a beneficial resource for those pursuing detailed information on organic food production. [AL]
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Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 14: Nutrient Lists [.pdf]
http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/Data/SR14/wtrank/wt_rank.html
A recent addition to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agriculture Research Service's Nutrient Database for Standard Reference is a report of nutrient lists. For each of the 30 nutrients, a list is provided, both sorted alphabetically and by nutrient content, of the amount of that nutrient found in each of 1,147 selected food items. What makes these lists particularly helpful is that the nutrient content data is provided in common portion measures. This is a great source of information, presented in an easy-to-use format. Anyone interested in increasing their intake of a certain nutrient can search these lists to assist their food choices. [AL]
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Arctic Refuge Coastal Plain Terrestrial Wildlife Research Summaries [.pdf]
http://alaska.usgs.gov/BSR-2002/usgs-brd-bsr-2002-001.html
This recently released 90-page report by the US Geological Survey and the US Fish and Wildlife Service is a summary of previously reported and currently updated research on the potential biological impacts of petroleum exploration and development in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). After a 1987 report to Congress recommending opening the refuge to "an orderly oil and gas leasing program," but cautioning that "adverse effects to some wildlife populations were possible," scientists continued to study potential impacts on caribou, polar bear, and muskox populations and habitat. This update includes new information about impacts that potential development may have on the Porcupine Caribou Herd. Although the report is written for a technical audience, the current congressional debate about petroleum development in ANWR may make this report of interest to a general audience. [AL]
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