In my last post I discussed scientific naming in general and I promised to dig into butterflies a bit deeper. If you look at the tree of life it begins with the basic divisions of life into the three major Domains: Bacteria on one "limb" and Archaea and Eukaryota which quickly branch from each other … Continue reading Taxonomy part 2: Butterfly families
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Understanding Scientific Naming
All plants and animals identified by science have been given a scientific name and classification. The scientific name is used to help prevent confusion and is used across languages. It is helpful when an organism has several common names, or names that change across an area. I just learned that a flower I know as … Continue reading Understanding Scientific Naming
Pollen Storm
We had a couple days last week where the pine trees were dropping pollen at a great rate. The air was green with it. Eastern Pine Elfins love it. Bumble bees prefer flower pollen.
Red Admirals in Flight
Every few decades Red Admiral butterflies (Vanessa atalanta,) migrate in huge numbers. These small butterflies overwinter in warm southern areas and travel north each year. Their favorite host plants are in the nettle family (Urtica). The adults I've seen this year have been nectaring on dandelions, but they also like tree sap and rotting fruit. … Continue reading Red Admirals in Flight
Without a Word
Thanks for looking, Stay well, be curious, learn things. Kate April, 2024 If you enjoyed this post perhaps you will enjoy these as well.
It’s That Time of Year
American Hazelnut blossoming. Pine Warblers are passing through. Two-lined Salamanders and other amphibians are on the move. It's a wonderful time of year. Thanks for looking, Stay well, be curious, learn things. Kate April, 2024 If you enjoyed this post perhaps you will enjoy these as well: Don't forget to check out my new butterfly book!
The View from Here
How do ravens see the world? And you? How do you see the world? We all have out own perspective. Thanks for looking,Stay well, be curious, learn things. KateNovember, 2023
Vermont Flood, Day 26
The shelter is closed. After 26 days our work is done and we're going home. Those of us with homes to go to that is. For the rest, many of our people - and yes, we've become both attached to and protective of many of our families, both human and animal - many of them … Continue reading Vermont Flood, Day 26
Vermont Flood Day 17
The shelter is about to close and it’s going to be a rough closing. It is Thursday and rumors are flying. Unofficially, we are closing tomorrow. Officially there is still no word. We are supposed to get 48 hours notice before closing, so presumably we will be open at least until Sat. But no one … Continue reading Vermont Flood Day 17
Vermont Flood day 12
It’s been a long haul for the people of Barre, Montpelier and all the other towns in Vermont affected by the flooding, almost two weeks ago now. I went to doctors appointment today and one of the first things I noticed was how quiet and peaceful it was. I'm one of the managers of an … Continue reading Vermont Flood day 12
The Nature of Things 