Naturalist’s Notebook: The Rainbow Connection
The poet Keats warned that understanding a rainbow may "unweave" it, robbing it of mystery. John Muir Laws disagrees.
Tag: John Muir Laws
How Spiders Fly
Darwin saw them ballooning. Without any wind. Eventually some scientists figured out their electric secret.
Naturalist’s Notebook: Beaver Bingo
Bay Area beavers are making a comeback. Here's how to recognize they've been working in an area.
Naturalist’s Notebook: Disco Anemones
The sunburst anemone has two color morphs and a glowing reputation.
Naturalist’s Notebook: Where to See Lions
Distinguishing our northern fur seals, Steller sea lions, and California sea lions.
Naturalist’s Notebook: How Pelicans and Humpbacks Stretch For Their Food
Pelicans don't, as you may have heard, stick their spines out of their mouths. They do, however, do some pretty crazy yawn-stretching. From John Muir Laws.
The Amazing Color-Changing Lupine
Look for the blue blossoms of Lupinus chamissonis all along California's coast.
Urban Rat Watcher’s Guide
Rats don't have the best reputation, but you've gotta respect these adaptable survivors! Here's how to identify your city's rats.
Naturalist’s Notebook: Chestnut-Backed Chickadees
Three subspecies of chestnut-backed chickadee inhabit the Bay Area. But the populations are merging.
