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Month September 2024

Unexpected Tenants: Eastern Gray Squirrels and Their Cozy Nests in Our Owl Boxes

WildWatch Weekly Unexpected Tenants: Eastern Gray Squirrels and Their Cozy Nests in Our Owl Boxes Live Cams Latest Posts Store Facebook YouTube Young Gray Squirrel Family in Nest Box Secret Sleepers: Why Squirrels Love Nesting in Owl Boxes Eastern Gray Squirrels are known for their adaptability, and one of the ways they show this is by taking refuge in nest boxes, especially those designed for owls. While they often build their own nests, called dreys, in trees using leaves and twigs, they...

Caught on Camera: A Rare Look at a Fisher in the Wild

WildWatch Weekly Caught on Camera: A Rare Look at a Fisher in the Wild Live Cams Latest Posts Store Facebook YouTube Fisher Caught on Trail Camera - June 2024 Meet the Fisher: Pennsylvania's Elusive Forest Predator The fisher (Pekania pennanti) is one of Pennsylvania’s most elusive predators, and spotting one in the wild is a rare and exciting event. These medium-sized mammals, members of the weasel family, are known for their secretive behavior and preference for dense forest habitats. Once...

Fall Feeding: How to Help Hummingbirds Prepare for Migration

WildWatch Weekly Fall Feeding: How to Help Hummingbirds Prepare for Migration Live Cams Latest Posts Store Facebook YouTube Ruby-Throated Hummingbird at Feeder Fall Hummingbirds As the vibrant colors of summer begin to fade and the cooler days of fall set in, you might be tempted to take down your hummingbird feeders, thinking their job is done for the season. However, leaving your feeders up during the fall is crucial for the well-being of these tiny travelers. Hummingbirds rely on a steady...

Discover the Rose-Breasted Grosbeak: A Colorful Visitor to Your Feeder

WildWatch Weekly Discover the Rose-Breasted Grosbeak: A Colorful Visitor to Your Feeder Live Cams Latest Posts Store Facebook YouTube Male Rose-Breasted Grosbeak Introducing the Rose-Breasted Grosbeak The rose-breasted grosbeak is a striking and melodious songbird that captivates birdwatchers with its bold colors and sweet, robin-like song. Males are easily recognized by their black-and-white plumage and vibrant rose-red patch on their chest, while females sport more subdued brown and...