An adult mayfly.
Have you ever heard of a mayfly? Here are some basic facts about this aquatic insect that can be found in rivers and lakes throughout North America and the world. Continue reading
Mayfly – 8 Facts About This Aquatic Insect
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Black Cap Chickadees Have Clever Approach To Survive Winter
A black capped chickadee is active during winter.
Black Capped Chickadees may be small, but they are incredibly tough and can withstand the harsh winters of the Rockies. Here is how these little birds are able to stay warm enough at night during winter. Continue reading
3 Facts About Mountain Lions In Winter
Have you seen a mountain lion during winter? Summer?
Mountain lions in winter are very active as they walk around and hunt prey. Here are 3 cool facts about these mountain lions during the winter, including their winter survival strategy. Continue reading
Rabbit vs. Squirrel Tracks In The Snow? How To Distinguish Them
Rabbit or squirrel tracks? What do you think?
Rabbit and squirrel tracks in snow can look very similar, but there are ways to tell them apart. Here are some tips on how to tell those tracks apart and what they may reveal. Continue reading
5 Facts About The Great Horned Owl – Including A Winter Baby!
Look at those eyes!
The Great Horned Owl is an awesome bird that lives throughout North America and is common in the Rocky Mountains. Here are some fun facts about this bird, including how it adapts to the harsh winters of the Rockies. Continue reading
Animal Parenting Strategies And What Factors Influence Them
Human parents spend a lot of time raising their children.
Animal parenting strategies depend on many different factors, such as lifespan and predation risks. All animals make different choices with the ultimate goal being reproductive success. Continue reading
8 Animals Active During Winter In Rocky Mountains
What is this bird called? Photo via Flickr.
There are many different kinds of animals active during winter in the Rocky Mountains. I wonder how many of them you can guess? Continue reading
5 Rocky Mountain Adaptors – Animals That Adapt To Winter
A mountain goat with its thick winter coat.
Here are 5 rocky mountain adaptors, animals that adapt in order to survive the cold, harsh winters of the Rocky Mountains. I wonder if you know all of them? Continue reading
5 Rocky Mountain Hibernators
An adult grizzly bear with two cubs.
These 5 Rocky Mountain hibernators includes a combination of well known and lesser known animals. I wonder if you know all of them? Continue reading
Book Review – There’s No Such Thing As Bad Weather
This is a bit unusual, but here is a book review of a book I just read. This book ties in with my blog since it is all about getting kids outside in nature. Continue reading