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Tag Archives: wildlife
Wood Turtle
I was surprised to come across our resident Wood Turtle (Glyptemys insculpta) today sunning herself on the bedrock outcropping on our small river. Listed as species of special concern in Massachusetts, I usually see this one at least once a year, generally … Continue reading
Posted in Field Notes, My Photos
Tagged conservation, Massachusetts, photography, reptiles, river, riverine habitat, species of special concern, stream, wildlife, wood turtles
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Brushpile: Wildlife Habitat
From YardMap‘s Facebook page: We think this photo is beautiful! Why? It features a great component of wildlife habitat- a brushpile! Do you have a brushpile in your backyard habitat? Show off your “really great brushpile” by entering YardMap’s Make My … Continue reading
Posted in Country Living, Field Notes
Tagged backyard conservation, bird habitat, brushpiles, photography contest, wildlife, YardMap
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Tall Weeds
Tall weedy seed heads provide valuable food for wintering birds. Consider leaving your weeds for winter wildlife. reposted from YardMap click here for good garden perennials to plant for birds
Posted in Country Gardening, Country Living, Field Notes, My Photos
Tagged birds, conservation, forage, gardens, junco, perennials, plants, seed heads, weeds, wildlife
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Our Task
“Our task must be to free ourselves by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty.” ~ Albert Einstein
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Tagged Albert Einstein, animals, beauty, compassion, conservation, earth, Einstein, free, humanity, inspiration, kindness, living creatures, nature, quotes, task, wildlife
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Help the Monarch Butterfly
After a record low year for monarchs we can’t help but think about what positive actions we can take to support this dramatic butterfly’s population. One easy thing: Plant some milkweed. Right around NOW is the perfect time to do … Continue reading
Posted in Country Gardening, Country Living, Field Notes
Tagged Asclepias, conservation, earth, environment, green spaces, habitat, milkweed, monarch butterfly, parks, preservation, reserves, sowing seeds, wildlife
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Shagbark Hickory
We took a walk this weekend along an old logging road that is lined with shagbark hickory, oak, sugar maple and beech. The day was cool, but not too cold, perfect for a stroll. Deciduous woodlands are so lovely to visit … Continue reading
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Tagged Acer saccharum, beech, Biology, Carya ovata, Flora and Fauna, Food, gardening, Hickory, maple, Nuts, oak, smoked meat, walking, wildlife, woodland
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