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Mar 2021
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SYSK Choice: How to Overcome Distraction...

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media
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You have probably heard It said that it Is illegal to kill a praying mantis. Is it? Not that you would want to – but could you actually be fined or go to jail if you got caught? This episode begins with a look at what the law really says and why you would never want to kill one anyway. https://www.thoughtco.com/is-it-illegal-to-kill-praying-mantis-1968526 Wh ... Show More
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