Category Archives: Local Wildlife

Some of our neighbors are pretty wild!

Attack of the Slime Molds

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Mark Zeiger

Of all the inhabitants of our local forests, perhaps none is weirder than the slime mold. Imagine, if you will, hiking through the forest and coming upon a place where an accident has apparently occurred: either someone spilled a plate … Continue reading →

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A Shy Summer Neighbor: the Hermit Thrush

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Mark Zeiger

Last year at this season, I stood in the dooryard, getting some fresh air and checking the weather. A small songbird ran around on the far edge of our quickly-reviving rhubarb patch, foraging for breakfast. To my surprise, it started … Continue reading →

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