Field Notes

Cicadas

February 10, 2023 Cicadas are large insects with long and unique life cycles. These fascinating insects are found on every continent except Antarctica. Michigan hosts ten species....
Field Notes

Bobcat

November 10, 2022 Despite being known as the most abundant wild cat in the U.S., bobcats are elusive, solitary creatures that aren’t often seen. Their range includes...
Field Notes

Witch hazel Blooms

November 2, 2022 The Halloween (and Kate fall) season is in full swing with spooky carved pumpkins decorating the stoop and tiny ghosts and goblins running through...
Field Notes

Tamarack Trees in Fall

October 31, 2022 Maple trees usually steal the fall color show, but if you happen to see a wetland with tamaracks (Larix laricina) this time of year,...
Field Notes

Detrivores

October 7, 2022 As we head deeper into autumn, leaves and other fading plant material will continue to fall and gather on the forest floor. It happens...