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Nature Watch: Close to Home
Winter brings dark and gloomy weather, but it also brings birds escaping the harsh conditions further north of Whidbey and Camano Islands. And don’t forget about the mushrooms! Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives us the lowdown on winter in his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch.” He even provides advice on some native species you might consider planting in your yard! Read more to learn about nature in December.
Nature Watch: Life on the Rocks
The rocky beaches of Whidbey and Camano Islands attract a variety of shorebirds. Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, dives into some of the species that can be found thriving off the abundance of life among the rocks in his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch.” Read more to learn about the birds you might find on the shore in November and discover some underwater plants that can be observed during low tide.
Nature Watch: Out of Step
Have you ever seen a bloom that seemed out of place for fall? Maybe a vibrant rhododendron against the grey backdrop of an autumn sky? Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, shares some possible explanations for this phenomenon in his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch.” Even some animals can be out of step in the fall. Read more to learn about these unique standouts and what to be on the look out for this October.
Nature Watch: Mountain Connections
Everything’s connected…especially in nature! In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, shares insight on how the islands are impacted by the distant mountains and everything in between. Read more to discover the web of nature connections and what to watch for in September (can’t believe it’s almost fall!).
Nature Watch: Gulls at the Crossroads
Who knew there were so many different species of gulls? And here in Island County, we get to see a variety of them. In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives us a closer look at gulls in the Salish Sea and where the many species emerged. Read more to learn about how Whidbey and Camano Islands fall in the crossroads for gulls and discover other species you might encounter in August.
Nature Watch: Fruits of the Land
While also brightening up island landscapes, berries and other fruits offer nourishment for many birds and mammal species. In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, shares the diversity of benefits for a range of plants and the fruits they produce. Read more to learn about these food sources and the wildlife that thrive off them.
Nature Watch: Dirty Fences
Hedgerows, also known as dirty fences, offer great benefit to wildlife. In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, explains the benefits of hedgerows and identifies the critters that thrive off them. Read more to learn about plant species that commonly make up dirty fences and find out which wildlife sighting you might see this time of year!
Nature Watch: Little Flowers on the Prairie
The bright blue color that sprinkles the ground this time of year is a special sight! In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, shares the lovely details of Common camas and praises the prairies where they thrive. What other plants and critters make the prairie buzz in May? Read more to find out!
Nature Watch: Life in Dead Trees
In nature, everything serves a purpose. In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives insight into the varied uses of snags (standing dead trees) and some of the wildlife, including woodpeckers, that they allow to thrive. Read this blog entry to learn more about how nature makes the most of everything, and discover a few species you might see in April.
Nature Watch: Soaring Hawks and Dancing Flies
The first touches of spring are emerging, bringing the hope of bird song and flowers. In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives us another fun reason to get excited for this time of year. Imagine bald eagles, red-tailed hawks and ravens all resembling bubbles in the air as they soar. Intrigued? Read more about this phenomenon and others you might encounter this spring.
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