Killdeer are small to medium sized birds that are common, but not in suburban areas. They are a type of plover which is a gregarious wading bird who is usually found by water. Even though they are common, they are really interesting. I first saw them last year. It is amazing that these birds successfully […]
Eastern gray squirrels are everywhere! I thought it would be fun to do a post on them. What I didn’t realize is how difficult they are to photograph. I am under no pretense that these photos are good. It just shows that I don’t use stock photos. Read on to find out more about these […]
Why So Many Cicadas? Cicada are true bugs. They belong to the order Hemiptera, which means true bugs. They emerge by the billions. This is a survival strategy called prey satiation. These bugs are food for a large number of birds, mammals, frogs, fish, and a fungus called massospora. The massive number of cicadas ensures […]
Earthworms in the soil are one of those simple organisms that we take for granted. They are one indicator of soil quality. Anyone can check for earthworms. Just get something to dig with. Turn over a few inches of soil. If they are there, hey are easy to find. Their presence indicates a living breathing […]
Frogs are an important part of the environment. Almost everyone learns about the frog lifecycle in school. Frogs are more than just a good example of an interesting lifecycle. Frogs are indicators of a health environment. Plus, they are an important part of the natural environment. Read more to learn about why frogs are so […]
We are so lucky to live in an area where there are 4 distinct seasons. The changing of the seasons signals a transition to the next phase. Signs of spring always make me feel energized. Read more to remind yourself of the wonders of the change from winter to spring. Contrived Signs of Spring In […]