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Fall Signs @ The Osborne Nature Area
Fall Signs @ The Osborne Nature Area
Observe a few signs of fall in this photo:
In the foreground the CA Buckeye tree leaves are browning. Ferns at the base of the Buckeye are yellowing. If you look really close, you will see a visiting mallard duck resting on the surface of the pond water.
by Ms. Mint Pasakdee, Curator
Take a look at some of our latest highlights and discoveries from the Osborne Nature Area, shared through our social media:
Instagram: @scusdnaturearea – See photos of native species, and student explorations.
iNaturalist: Mint’s Observations – Explore local biodiversity with real-time wildlife and plant sightings.
Want to learn more about what you’re seeing this season? Here are some fascinating resources:
Why do leaves change color in the Fall? Discover the science behind this colorful transformation: Smithsonian Article
How does Earth’s landscapes change in Autumn. See satellite imagery that captures the sweeping beauty of seasonal change from space: NASA Earth Observatory
What are Oak Galls and why do they form? Learn about the tiny wasps that create strange and beautiful growths on oak trees: UC IPM Guide
How important are native oak trees? Watch this informative video on California’s native oaks and their role in local ecosystems: YouTube Video
Interested in bringing your students to the Osborne Nature Area and/or The District Farm?
Interested in bringing your students to the Osborne Nature Area and/or The District Farm?
Click on the pictures below for details, calendar availability, and request forms.
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