Blog Posts from Discover Nature Notes - 2014

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Great Horned Owl
What a Hoot!
Dec 29, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
Owls: A bird you hear at night but rarely catch a glimpse of during the day. What’s the story with this ever-elusive fowl?
Snowy Pine
Forever Evergreens
Dec 22, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
Evergreen trees are a staple in Missouri’s winter landscape. But what’s the story behind their existence and their place in holiday culture?
Canada Goose
Goosin’ Around
Dec 15, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
You frequently see them taking five at any given park pond. But what’s the story behind those geese?
Bears
The “Bear” Necessities
Dec 08, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
The black bear plays a big part in the Missouri wild mammal population.
House Finch
History of the House Finch
Dec 01, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
Extra! Extra! There’s a new bird on the block.
Male Wild Turkey
It’s Turkey Time!
Nov 24, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
Most of us can agree: It’s not a proper Thanksgiving feast without turkey. But there’s more to this bird than looking delicious amongst the mashed potatoes and gravy.
White Tailed Deer
The Battle of the Bucks
Nov 17, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
No need to watch Discovery Channel or Animal Planet to catch one of Mother Nature’s most exciting shows.
Champion Oak
Weather, As Told by Nature
Nov 10, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
Imagine a time when radars and barometers did not exist, when people relied on something other than technology to determine if the day were to be full of rain or shine.
River Otter
Rollin’ with the River Otters
Nov 03, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
One of Missouri’s most curious creatures that dominates its lakes and streams is one that is fun to watch.
Male Downy Woodpecker
Wacky Woodpeckers
Oct 27, 2014
By
Jenna Todoroff
Their humorous way of doing things has made them a mainstay in cartoons. But did you know the woodpecker plays a serious role in the ecosystems of Missouri’s forests?