I love looking out my window and spotting a blur of green and red zipping around my plants. Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds are common in North Florida, and there are some things you can do to attract these charming little bundles of energy to your yard. Here’s everything you need to know about spotting them, attracting them, … Continue reading Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Yard in North Florida
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The Day I Found a Katydid in My Kitchen
I saw a very large brown mystery bug in my kitchen, and it turned out to be a katydid! Specifically, a Brown Conehead Katydid. Apparently, these are nocturnal creatures, so seeing one in the middle of the day, inside my house was out of the ordinary. I didn't recognize it right away because it was … Continue reading The Day I Found a Katydid in My Kitchen
What is that Giant Brown Moth?
I saw what looked like a small bird flapping on the outdoor table, and on closer inspection, discovered it was a giant brown moth with two black circles on its back like eyes. A quick Google search let me know this was a Polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus) and it is one of the largest moths … Continue reading What is that Giant Brown Moth?
Barred Owls in Our Florida Neighborhood
I had never seen Barred Owls in my yard until moving to Atlantic Beach, FL, where our neighborhood has a beautiful, lush canopy of large Live Oak trees. In the evenings we can hear them hooting and making some rather strange noises to communicate with each other. Characteristics of the Barred Owl The Barred Owl … Continue reading Barred Owls in Our Florida Neighborhood
What Actually are Florida Sand Fleas?
If you grew up in Florida, then you've probably spent some time catching those little burrowing creatures at the beach we usually call sand fleas. If you've held them in your hands, you know that they don't bite like fleas, but will instead try and burrow between your fingers. Their real name is mole crab, … Continue reading What Actually are Florida Sand Fleas?
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