Wildlife
Tracking the Golden-winged Warbler
A gorgeous splash of lemon yellow graces the cap and wings of the male Golden-winged Warbler, this birds has to be seen in the field to feel its full beauty Read more…
Start of Red Knot Migration in Virginia
The Red Knot is one of the largest and most colorful sandpipers in North America and their migration is one of the longest of any bird. Read more…
Holly Flowers Attract Bees and Butterflies
Thousands of sweet-smelling, miniature white flowers on a holly tree in my yard have become a temporary magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Read more…
Second Virginia Breeding Bird Atlas Launches This Spring!
Season one of the Second VABBA2 launches this spring as part of a 5-year study to document the breeding status and distribution of native birds. Read more…
Spring Migration Begins in Virginia
As the Blue-headed Vireos and Yellow-throated Warblers have already begun to arrive in Virginia we look toward the beginnings of Virginia’s Spring migration. Read more…
The River Otter: One of Virginia’s Great Conservation Success Stories
Although they can occupy virtually every waterbody in Virginia, their secretive and mostly-nocturnal nature makes otters elusive and difficult to observe. Read more…
The Comeback of the Peregrine Falcon in Virginia
For many people, the mention of a peregrine falcon immediately conjures up images of a raptor diving through the air at breathtaking speeds to catch their prey Read more…
Salamanders—a Sure Sign That Spring Is Coming!
One of the species to be on the lookout for is the spotted salamander (Ambystoma maculatum), which can be found throughout most of Virginia. Read more…
First Signs of Spring
The first signs that spring is just around the corner are here! Robins have been spotted in large flocks foraging for insects in fields and back yards. Read more…