How Do I Start Out Tidepooling?
Which species am I most likely to see in a Northern California tidepool, and how can I try to identify them? There is something fascinating about tidepools. They are places...
Tag: Ask the Naturalist
Meet the Bay’s Incredible Swimming Worms
I think I saw a worm swimming in the Bay, what is it? It was mid August in 2015 when I first held one, its long thread like body rolling...
What Do Water-Loving Creatures Do in Summer?
How do slugs and salamanders survive the summer? Ah, seasons. The Bay Area may not have the distinct seasonality of New England, but there is a definite cool and rainy...
How Can You Tell a Gopher Snake from a Rattlesnake?
If the snake you encounter looks perturbed, don’t count solely on head shape when you ID it.
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.
How Long Do Baby Hummingbirds Stay in a Nest?
How long do hummingbird parents take care of their young?
Natural Green for St. Patrick’s Day
What are some green things to see in nature in the Bay Area?
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?
