Luck of the Irish
White clover was commonly added to commercial lawn seed for its ability to fix nitrogen, enrich the soil, and improve turfgrass growth. In the...
Through the Storm
Prophetic rainbow of February 16, 2025. The double bow was too faint to capture in this photo. Photo: J. Morton Galetto
Years ago world-renowned glass...
Avian Associations
The American robin’s song has long been associated with the beginning of spring. Photo: Steve Gifford
Recently, I was asked to speak about birds as...
The Mating Game
Many gentoo penguins return to the same partner each mating season. They have elaborate courtship behaviors even after nesting begins. This female (left) in...
Paging Back in Time
If you’re not yet aware, let me inform you that a world-class museum is coming to southern New Jersey and is anticipating opening its...
Thicket of Thorns
The berries of catbrier are a favorite of birds. The seeds within the fruit are oftendispersed by birds, making them farmers of their next...
