The sound of the distinct tremolo call and wailing hooo-lii of the Common Loon (Gavia immer) rewards the early Adirondack riser. This large bird weighing an average of 8 to 9 pounds with a black head, thick black bill, white...
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Falco peregrinus: The fastest animal on Earth
If I were to ask you what species is the fastest on Earth, what would you say?If you said the Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) than you are quite correct. This species can reach speeds of up to 185 mph when...
Ruby-Throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)
The Ruby-Throated Hummingbird is the smallest bird in the Adirondacks and has a distinguishable long, thin beak, bright green to golden green crown, green back and white on the belly and throat. Males have an amazing iridescent red throat and...
Fireworks: A chemical explosion in the night sky
July 4th is a date that I mark in my calendar with great anticipation. Each town in the Adirondacks comes to life with family activities, fireworks displays, town parades and live music. Sometimes the celebrations are only for a day...