May 2015


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Great Horned Owl

The piercing eyes of a great horned owl. While the burrowing owl might be the most well known owl in southern Florida, it is certainly not alone in the area. The great horned owl is…


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Why Do Cypress Trees Have Knees?

Cypress trees and their knees. If you have ever asked yourself the question, “Why do bald cypresses have knees?” then you are not alone. Cypress trees are unusual when compared to most other tree species,…


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Why Do Birds Sing?

Some birds know as many as 2,000 distinct songs. Chances are, at some point in your life, that you’ve woken up to the sound of a bird singing outside your window. Whether you are someone…