Screeches and Squawks

Just last week, we experienced a morning low of around 32 degrees. The thoughts of spring vanished instantly, but then the winds shifted, temperatures rose, and spring arrived with a vengeance. Blooms are everywhere, and with them, a variety of insects have appeared. The pond is bustling with activity, from turtles to frogs, and numerous fish, from tiny fries to our largemouth bass that survived another winter. One of our favorite pastimes is watching the dragonflies. These f

Wild Bird Adventures extends a big thank you to three exceptional volunteers. Amber and Riki assisted last week with the spring aviary cleaning. This demanding task included moving approximately 2 yards of gravel into enclosures, repairing and adding new perches, and scrubbing walls. The weather was ideal for completing the work. Charlona volunteered to help lead a senior bus tour around the property. The group learned about Wild Bird Adventures and met the raptors. It was a

When we think about raptors and their prey, we often picture rodents, birds, snakes, and other sizable creatures. However, the hawks and owls that often thrive are those that can adapt their diet with the changing seasons and weather. Recently, we've observed Red-shouldered Hawks hunting along roadsides in the early morning. They occupy the same spots where Barred Owls are found at dawn. Once the owls retreat, the hawks maintain watch in the roadside ditches. In spring, they

We've finally settled into what feels like winter, or at least this week's brief visit from old man winter. Fluctuating temperatures have led some plants to think it's spring, including some bluebonnets emerging at Washington on the Brazos Historic Site. The vibrant colors of spring wildflowers and summer blooms have been replaced by crisp browns in various shades. While driving locally to observe wildlife, we encountered some colorful highlights. Our first major discovery wa