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Your house may be a haven for wildlife. It's time we design homes with nature in mind

Your house may be a haven for wildlife. It's time we design homes with nature in mind
Phys.org Friday 04 September 2026, 02:20 UTC 1 min read
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Ever found a bare-nosed wombat napping under your house or heard a possum thumping around in your attic?

Ever found a bare-nosed wombat napping under your house or heard a possum thumping around in your attic?
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