Where Do Morel Mushrooms Grow in Northern California?
They're one of the most sought-after edible mushrooms in the world. At least 10 species live in the Bay Area.
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How Long Do Baby Hummingbirds Stay in a Nest?
How long do hummingbird parents take care of their young?
What Does Trampling Do to Wildflowers?
How much damage does trampling do to wildflowers? No other state is as iconic for its flora as California, so it’s no surprise that thousands of Californians have flocked to...
Natural Green for St. Patrick’s Day
What are some green things to see in nature in the Bay Area?
Was That A Cold Winter? Not Entirely.
Why was it so cold this winter? Temperatures this February in the Bay Area were colder than we’ve been accustomed to as of late, and this will go down as...
Should I Worry About Death Cap Mushrooms in California?
A mycologist's perspective on the spread of a deadly poisonous mushroom across the United States.
What are Some of the Best Lesser-Known Nature Places in the Bay Area?
Everyone's heard about Muir Woods. Where can you go to get away from the crowds and still see the nature that makes Northern California is famous?
Why Do Earthworms Surface After a Rain?
Worms, always on the hunt for just the right humidity and temperature, are picky creatures.
If the Green Stuff in the California Trees Is Not Spanish Moss, What Is It?
They're long and stringy and they hang from trees in the fog zone ...
