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

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?

A Florida Osprey and a Floppy Fish

While we were leaving the beach yesterday, we saw big osprey fly overhead with a fish in its claws. The bird decided to stop and eat his fish on top of a telephone pole. I kept waiting for the floppy fish to drop, but he had a good hold of it! Check out the video … Continue reading A Florida Osprey and a Floppy Fish

Majestic Encounters: Bald Eagles in Atlantic Beach, Florida

It's always exciting to spot a Bald Eagle in our neighborhood! They're just so big and regal looking, like you just want to shout "'Merica!" every time you see one. I've never spotted one so close to the house before. I tried to get a good video, but I also didn't want to get too … Continue reading Majestic Encounters: Bald Eagles in Atlantic Beach, Florida