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
Category: Nature
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!
Eclipse Photos
Thanks for looking, Stay well, be curious, learn things. Kate April 8, 2024 If you enjoyed this post perhaps you will enjoy these as well.
Prepping for the Eclipse
In less than a week we will see a total eclipse of the sun here in Vermont, Now is the time for preparations to be finalized. Questions to consider: Are you in the path of totality? You have probably heard it over and over. A partial eclipse is nothing like a full eclipse. If at … Continue reading Prepping for the Eclipse
Spring in Vermont
Thanks for looking, Stay well, be curious, learn things. Kate March, 2024 If you enjoyed this post perhaps you will enjoy these as well.
Without a Word
(Or, with few words) Sometimes we see the whole picture. Sometimes we see what's close. Thanks for looking, Stay well, be curious, learn things. Kate March, 2024 ********************************* If you enjoyed this post perhaps you will enjoy these as well.
The Nature of Things 