The Northern Fulmar (scientific name: Fulmarus glacialis) is not the easiest bird to spot. That is because it prefers to spend its time in open oceans
When a Tree Falls in the Forest…What Happens Next?
Forests are “complex, dynamic communities” made up of many different organisms that all interact, directly and indirectly, with each other. We can see
Western Painted Turtles
Western painted turtles (Chrysemys picta bellii) are one of two species of freshwater turtles native to Washington State, the other being the
The Northern Flicker: A Bird with Two Forms
The Northern Flicker (scientific name: Colaptes Auratus) is a large, brown woodpecker with a gorgeous black-scalloped plumage and an elegant
Effects of Flooding on the Natural World
Snowmelt, rainfall, and high tide combined for a wet and wild start to 2022. In parts of Southwest Washington, last week’s rainfall was considered to
Western Pond Turtle
The western pond turtle (Actinemys marmorata) is one of two turtles native to Washington State, the other being the painted turtle (Chrysemys picta)
The Bald Eagle: An American Emblem
The Bald Eagle (scientific name Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is one of the most symbolic and recognized birds in the world. It is nearly synonymous with
The Western Hemlock (Alaska Spruce)
The Western Hemlock tree, also known as the Alaska Spruce, is one of the finest trees you will ever see here in the Pacific Northwest. It is so grand,
Fly Agaric Mushroom
We’re well into fall now, which means it’s time for the return of the one of the most iconic toadstool species in the world, the fly agaric mushroom