During late August, one of my favorite Lily Pad visitors appears in full force. See for yourself in this week’s post on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
Life on the Lilies
Cutter Thrives
This week’s post covers the next steps in Cutter’s return to his parents, Monty and Marsha, our local Montlake Cut Bald Eagle pair.
Also, in this post, Friends of Arboretum Creek asks for your help in inspiring the King County Council to proceed with a design grant to restore Arboretum Creek. After you read the details, please take a few moments to help make a big difference!
Have a great day on Union Bay...where nature lives in the city!
Larry
The Council Member’s Email Addresses are:
larry.gossett@kingcounty.gov
rod.dembowski@kingcounty.gov
kathy.lambert@kingcounty.gov
jeanne.kohl-welles@kingcounty.gov
dave.upthegrove@kingcounty.gov
claudia.balducci@kingcounty.gov
pete.vonreichbauer@kingcounty.gov
joe.mcdermott@kingcounty.gov
reagan.dunn@kingcounty.gov
Hope’s Challenge
Will Hope and Stewart be able to defend their young from our local Bald Eagles? My best answers in this week’s post on:
By the way, do not overlook the invitation to attend the first Friends of Arboretum Creek community meeting (toward the end of the post). Your help could make all the difference for our local habitat!
Have a great day on Union Bay...where nature lives in the city!
Larry
Ducklings First
The beauty of a prospective mate may be a female Wood Duck’s top priority in January. However, by May things have definitely changed! More at:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
The Circle of Life
This week’s post is a who-done-it? Read the story and see if we both come to the same conclusion. Click on:
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Larry
Eagle Roles
Do Monty and Marsha have eggs in their new nest? Evaluate my assumptions and see the supporting photos in this week’s post on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
The Mythical Raven
Did you get to see the Raven’s in the Arboretum this week? If not you may want to check out this week’s post. Not only are there recent Raven photos, but there are also key comparisons showing the differences between Ravens and Crows. At:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
A Quizzical Look
Does the asymmetry in this owl’s facial features allow us to uniquely identify this individual bird? Can you guess which predatory bird eats Barred Owls and was seen in the Arboretum this year? Answers and more in this weeks post on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
Irresistible
This week’s post focuses on the male Anna’s Hummingbird. I hope you enjoy it!
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
A Stellar Time
How do Steller’s Jays transport, hide and recover enough acorns to help them survive the winter? This week’s post shares pertinent photos and thoughts.
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
