Publisher David Loeb had his Bay Nature epiphany while hiking in China Camp State Park. That’s when he conceived of the idea to start a magazine about the natural wonders of the San Francisco Bay Area. Recently David gave a … Read more
First Blue Heron Cam in California Set up at Stow Lake
A blue heron cam will be watching the majestic birds nest on Stow Lake this year to aid in research and public education.
How Can You Tell If a Lichen Is Dead?
Lichens by nature are mottled and brittle looking. So how do you know when they are dead?
Berkeley Delays Plan to Exterminate Ground Squirrels
Water officials said they were concerned that ground squirrel tunnels were sending toxins into the San Francisco Bay.
Bay Nature’s Annual Local Hero Awards Dinner 2014 – Photos!
Bay Nature’s 2014 Local Hero Awards dinner, held on Sunday, March 23 at Scott’s Seafood on Jack London Square, honored three local conservation heroes who’ve made outstanding contributions to the understanding, protection, and stewardship of the natural world of the … Read more
Ask The Naturalist: How Will the Drought Impact Amphibians?
Question: Will newts, frogs and salamanders be out in full force in the Bay Area this spring?
Q&A: Ken Layne and a New Voice in Nature Writing on the Web
It’s rare to see someone trying to bring a new nature publication into the world. But with the March launch of Greenfriar, Bay Area-based writer Ken Layne is doing just that.
When and Where Do I Look to See Orcas?
I’m trying to spot some orcas this year and wanted to know when and where I should look.
Poaching Redwood Burl Affects Tree’s Reproduction
Redwood trees rely on burl growth, more than they do seeds, to repopulate the species.
Rains Lure California Newts Home to Mate (Video)
The rains have sent a strong signal to California newts — time to mate. A graceful, underwater mating dance is the prelude to this season’s replenishment of the species. (VIDEO)