Hitting the ground running…the life of a killdeer
The killdeer is one shore bird you can see without going to the beach. Their penchant for nesting in drier places near human landscapes has made them the most familiar plover in North America. We‘ve…
Great Jurassic Parks of Hamilton County
In celebration of a certain movie that is soon to be released, I would like to share a short story. As a small child, I witnessed an event that changed my life forever. Three velociraptors,…
Get Some Spring in Your Step
The sun is content to linger above the horizon a bit longer each day. A slightly warmer breeze whispers, promising change. Songbirds call louder, establishing territories to impress each other. Raptors take to the skies,…
Knee-Deep in Eagles
For the last couple months, I’ve been seeing an American bald eagle along the Great Miami River near the Lawrenceburg Road bridge. I know their numbers are increasing, but it really never gets old for…
The Odd History of Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is a uniquely American holiday. It is also one of the most relaxed. There is no pressure to meet all your in-laws, write hundreds of cards or get your kids the best costume.…
The Cool Science of Cold Water
As cold temperatures settle in across the Midwest and our lakes and ponds freeze, many people look forward to winter activities such as ice skating and ice fishing. But fun opportunities like these can only…
Hidden Hornet Nests
Winter gives us the ability to spot the secrets that the trees were hiding during the warmer months. The nests of bald-faced hornets are one of my favorite secrets to find. Most people have probably…
Cincinnati Scales
When I present animal programs, there is one animal that always causes the crowd to lean back in their seats. It’s by no means the largest, and by far not the most dangerous to handle…