We’re entering my favorite time of year early in 2020. Warm temperatures in February have led to our first amphibian migrations about 3-4 weeks ahead of schedule. This year, I’m delighted to be a part …
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Another season of amphibian migration well underway
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Dissecting Owl Pellets
A couple of weeks ago, I taught some adorable 4- and 5-year-olds about raptors. We talked about how big bald eagles are, and how all raptors catch their food with their feet, and how you …
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Camping in the Adirondacks
Over the weekend, we went camping at Putnam Pond, near Ticonderoga in the Adirondacks. We had a couple of remote campsites on the water, and had a wonderful time catching up with old friends and …
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Herp Workshop: Pine Barrens
Pine Barrens are actually a type of habitat, characterized by sandy soil and frequent forest fires. It’s hospitable to certain species, such as pitch pines. There’s actually a pine barrens area on Long Island, but …
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Herp Workshop: Radio Telemetry & Funnel Traps
One of my favorite parts of the herp workshop was tracking threatened turtles and snakes that had been fitted with transmitters. Radio telemetry looks a bit ridiculous, and I can imagine that it would drive …
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Diamondback terrapins in Queens
I spent the past week at the New Jersey School of Conservation for a class in field herpetology, and I’ll be headed back for another in the morning. I am kind of a mess right …
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Release the Snappers!
About two years ago, I attended a program about turtles hosted by the Pound Ridge Land Conservancy. There presenters from different organizations spoke about various projects and how enthusiasts like me could get involved. Afterwards, …
Fern & Frog 