Spiders that hunt at night often have a special layer at the back of their big eyes. It acts like a mirror to bounce light back into the eyes. On a dark night, this reflected light makes the spider's eyes seem to glow!
Canadian Tree Guide
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Beech
American BeechFagus grandifolia Ehrh.
American beech is a long-lived (>275 years), medium-sized (>30 m) tree. The beech nuts are an important source of food for a variety of birds and mammals. Dyes can be made from both the leaves and the bark. The roasted nut is edible and can be made into a substitute for coffee.
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