Nature Moments

The life cycles of amphibians are very closely linked with the changing of the seasons, and amphibians are masters at taking advantage of whatever resources they can, as quickly as possible. In this Waskowitz nature moment we explore a vernal pool and get up close with some northwestern salamander eggs.

Mammals are one of the most diverse groups of animals, and telling them apart can be challenging. Check out this nature moment as we look closer at some of the evidence Elk leave behind, and gain an appreciation for the role that scent plays in how they experience the world.

Humans haven’t been around very long in comparison to most other animals, and some of those animals have time-tested and bodies that are very different from our own. Make some careful observations and come explore with us! Check out this video as we take a closer look at a banana slug.

Discover the adult stage of a different species of amphibian in our 2nd salamander nature moment. Check out this video as we take a closer look at a Red Backed Salamander who provides another example of how good amphibians are at taking advantage of the resources and habitats that we might not even notice…

Meet one of Jacob’s favorite critters, and check out this nature moment as we take a closer look at clown millipedes. For many animals survival is a daily struggle, but sometimes the solution is more elegant than having the sharpest claws or being the fastest runner.

The ties that bind the ecological community are mind bendingly complicated, and the ability of members of that community to adapt those ties to their own benefit is constantly in action, and knows very few limits. Take a closer look at how the garter snake manages to survive and thrive.