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Fledglings
There is a robin’s nest under the eaves of the Commons. I have been watching the baby robins grow this spring, and today I was surprised to see that they are ready to fledge. I’m not sure why it surprised me. It seemed like just yesterday they were pink hairy creatures, with huge yellow mouths … Continue reading
Lepidoptera
This week, I have been leading a research project on butterflies and moths, which represent the insect order Lepidoptera. My group of six students is investigating how butterfly diversity is related to flowering diversity. We have caught some beautiful butterflies and moths, and this orange sulphur butterfly (Colias eurytheme) is no exception. Continue reading
Fireworks in the Tetons
Last night, I took a group of students south of Blacktail Butte to watch the fireworks. While we waited for the sun to go down, I taught a lesson on the physics and chemistry behind fireworks. As the fireworks were exploding, we called out the elements responsible for creating the different colors. From our spot … Continue reading
Visitors
This spring, mule deer have been regular visitors to the Kelly Campus. This particular deer wandered past my cabin on Tuesday evening. Continue reading
Raptorfest
A few weeks ago, a student group from West Geauga, Ohio volunteered during Raptorfest, a fundraiser for the Raptor Center in town. The event was a success, and the students enjoyed helping the event get off the ground. Continue reading
Jackson Hole Science Expeditions
My time as a graduate student is dwindling quickly. The last student group that I will teach, Jackson Hole Science Expeditions, has arrived. These students are from all over the country, and they will be living on campus for the next four weeks as they explore the ecology of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. A week … Continue reading
Weathered boards
Peregrine falcon
The peregrine falcon is another example of a conservation success story. After the use of pesticides in the 20th Century brought this beautiful falcon (along with other birds) to the brink of extinction, conservation efforts have brought the peregrine falcon back to strong populations throughout North America. Peregrine falcons are known for their incredible aerial … Continue reading
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