I am always on the lookout for interesting plants and animals any time I go outside. In the spring, of course, birds start hatching, wayward baby squirrels leave the nest, and wildflowers start to bloom…. Read More
EDRR Invasive Species Beach Vitex (Vitex rotundfolia) Define Invasive Species: must have ALL of the following – Is non-native to the area, in our case northwest Florida Introduced by humans, whether intentional or accidental… Read More
I loved dandelions as a kid. The idea of a backyard full of magical wishes (granted only if you could blow away all the wispy seed heads in one blow) was too terrific to pass… Read More
The history of life on our planet is divided into “Ages”. There was the “Age of Fish” and the “Age of Reptiles”, and they say we are now in the “Age of Mammals” – actually… Read More
When my son was in middle school, I got a rare midday text from him with a photo. The picture was of a foot-tall, spindly, reddish weed and the accompanying text said, “Mom, do you… Read More
It is understood that the number one cause of species decline worldwide is habitat loss. As habitats are altered and removed, fish and wildlife species adapt, move, or die. The planet has witnessed an overall… Read More
In Lesson 2 we discussed how amphibians and reptiles modified the fish body design to live on dry ground. We also explained how the reptiles did a much better job of it. But there are… Read More
Six Rivers “Dirty Dozen” Invasive Species Cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica) Define Invasive Species: must have all of the following – Is non-native to the area, in our case northwest Florida Introduced by humans, whether intentional… Read More
Over Spring Break last week, my daughter and I road tripped to western North Carolina to visit a lifelong friend and her family. My aunt and uncle also live in the area, and we were… Read More
With its ghostly translucence, this small fish is barely visible in the water. In fact, when swimming upright, it resembles a piece of cellophane tape—long, thin, and clear. This lack of coloration is common in… Read More
