Do you know this beauty?
The State Flower of the Rocky Mountain states are all truly exquisite. Some of them are well known, but others are more obscure. Continue reading
State Flower of Rocky Mountain States – Beautiful
Author: Mark Danenhauer
Pioneer Plants Are Out There – Be Aware!
Pilgrims were pioneers. Photo via Flickr.
Pioneer plants quickly move into an area that has been disturbed and grow. Do you have any idea exactly what these plants are and if that is a good or bad thing? Continue reading
State Bird of Rocky Mountain States
Do you know this state bird of Colorado? Photo via Flickr.
The state bird of the Rocky Mountain states are quite different than each other. They range from the small Lark Bunting to the large California Gull. Continue reading
Waterfowl – Ducks, Swans, and Geese, Oh My!
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Waterfowl are a kind of bird that are commonly seen in the Rocky Mountains. Do you know what birds are and aren’t waterfowl? Continue reading
Breeding Plumage – Which Birds Molt in Spring?
A male western tanager in his breeding plumage. Photo via Flickr.
Some Rocky Mountain birds molt in the spring, which means getting new colorful breeding plumage. Here are some of the common birds that do and don’t do it. Continue reading
Duck Upside Down- Why Ducks Put Head Underwater?
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Have you ever seen a duck upside down after it put its head underwater? Do you have any idea what it is doing or what it may be eating?
Do Birds See Straight Ahead Or To The Side?
Is he looking at me?
Do you know if birds see straight ahead even if their eyes are located on the sides of their head? Read the surprising answer here. Continue reading
7 Beaver Facts – These Are Cool Animals!
Here are 7 beaver facts that I wanted to share with you to show you why I like these animals. These amazing beavers can be found throughout the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading
Birds Migrating North In Spring – Examples in Rockies
Migrating birds – Canada Geese in their typical v-formation.
Birds migrating north, snow melting, and trees budding are all signs of spring in the Rocky Mountains. Some birds migrate long distances, but others only go short distances. Continue reading
Why Do Snakes Flick Out Their Tongue?
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The few times that I have come across snakes I always see the snakes flick out their tongue. Snakes do that in order to ‘smell’ the odors around them. Continue reading