breeding season

noun

: the period of time when animals are mating

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The zoo announced the happy news, which breaks its 1997 record of 15 condor chicks in one breeding season, in a statement on Friday. Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 July 2024 Drivers should be on the look out for deer on Wisconsin roads during the months of October and November when deer are most active during breeding season, says the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 25 Oct. 2024 Additionally, the American white ibis and great egret are common and especially numerous during the breeding season. David Escribano, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2024 Until recently, smoke season rarely overlapped with the breeding season of most North American birds. Ian Rose, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Sep. 2024 During the breeding season, Costa's hummingbirds can be found in desert habitats, particularly areas with blooming ocotillo and other flowering plants. Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 26 Sep. 2024 Cold-blooded insects generally prefer warmer temperatures, which not only extend their breeding seasons but accelerate their geographical expansion. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2019 These birds are often recognized by their colorful beaks, which become especially vibrant during the breeding season. Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 5 Sep. 2024 However, the best time to visit may be between July through October when the whales make their way to the area for breeding season, making a whale-watching excursion a must-do activity. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2024

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