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Term Definition
Fledgling

A young bird that has recently left the nest but may still depend on its parents.

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Floral Resources

The nectar and pollen provided by flowering plants that support pollinators.

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Flyway

A migration route regularly used by birds between breeding and wintering areas.

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Food Forest

A multi-layered planting system that mimics a natural forest while producing food and supporting wildlife.

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Foraging

The act of searching for and obtaining food.

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Foraging Range

The distance a pollinator travels from its nest or shelter to collect nectar and pollen. Many native bees forage only a few hundred feet from their nests.

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Forewing

The front pair of wings on a butterfly.

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Frass

The waste material (droppings) produced by caterpillars.

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