By Alissa Silber
Updated: Oct 20, 2020 09:50 AM
As summertime rolls into fall, a new era of yard maintenance becomes the norm for many residents: rake the leaves, cut back dead plants, and put up festive decorations. But what do these routine actions mean for the wildlife in your neighborhood? For the insects and animals looking for sustenance as they begin to brave the colder months ahead, those activities could impact their survival.