Monarch butterfly counts up, bird count begins
It's time to plan for the Great Backyard Bird Count, running Feb. 15-18. The GBBC allows volunteers to take a snapshot of global bird populations.
The drab sparrow is often ignored by birders
The soon to be published Peterson Reference Guide to Sparrows of North America by Rick Wright might change our perception of sparrows, at least a little.
Jumping mice hop along fields and meadows
If you've ever seen what you thought was a miniature kangaroo hopping across a grassy field, you weren't seeing things — it was a jumping mouse.
Adapt or die: Life of gray and fox squirrels
Species that can adjust to changes in habitat or food availability can thrive. Among the most adaptable species are gray and fox squirrels.
A farewell to the owls of West Virginia
Leaving their West Virginia home behind, Scott Shalaway and his wife received a farewell from the owls in their woods.
Hoarding helps explain empty feeders in spring
Scott Shalaway answers readers who have been wondering why their bird feeders empty so quickly during the winter.
A new year means many new beginnings
Though the plant world is presently dormant, a variety of animals have already begun a new cycle of life.
You know Dasher, and Dancer. But Dunder and Blixem?
“Dunder” and “Blixem” are Dutch for thunder and lightning, so their use is appropriate. The question is how these names morphed to “Donner” and “Blitzen.”
Dec. 21: The shortest day, longest night
The first day of winter is defined by the year's shortest day and longest night. The good news is that days get just a bit longer each day thereafter.
Evening grosbeaks joust at feeder
It's been forecasted that evening grosbeaks would head south in impressive numbers this winter. If you're not familiar with them, you're in for a treat.
