June was a record-breaking month for the Moth Squad, featuring over 230 enthusiastic attendees across two incredible nights in Richardson and Plano. From rare Luna Moths to a historic, first-ever Texas recording of a Nutmeg Underwing, our latest mothing adventures proved that the night shift is truly full of wonders!
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Farewell and Best Wishes!
Jane Palmer, Class of 2024, is saying goodbye to Texas and the Blackland Prairie Master Naturalists.
Princeton Garden Workday Summary
Volunteer work enhances the beauty of this Princeton park.
Half of Americans Have Little to No Knowledge of Grasslands, the Country’s Largest Natural Habitat
The importance of talking about native grasslands.
Identify Frog And Toad Calls With This Amazing Resource!
The Collin County Frogs & Toads Field Guide is a free mobile-first field guide to the 15 frog and toad species documented in Collin County, TX.
Texas A&M AgriLife New World Screwworm Resource Page
The New World screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae (maggots) feed on living tissues of warm-blooded animals.
Let’s Hear It For The Snakes!
An example of using citizen data, combined with other sources, to come to conclusions about the natural world.
Calling All Arachnids: Spiders Needed for Youth Engagement events!
Don’t squash that spider—save it for science! The YES Committee is on the hunt for eight-legged educators to feature in our upcoming youth projects. Getting up close and personal with arachnids is one of the best ways to spark curiosity in young naturalists and teach them about the crucial role these critters play in our local ecosystem. If you spot a willing participant, please capture it safely. Help us spin these upcoming projects into a success!
Last Saturday Workday – Monarch Gardens at Gabe Nesbitt Park – June Update
Thank you to those who volunteered with us! The summer is in full bloom at the Monarch Gardens ☀️🐝
Thanks to your hard work and dedication, we tackled plenty of garden tasks, including weeding beds, clearing pathways, and turning compost to keep the garden healthy and thriving. Your efforts help make the Monarch Gardens a welcoming space for people, pollinators, and wildlife alike.
Proof of Concept: Wylie Prairie Restoration
The prairie restoration at the Wiley Municipal Complex has officially doubled its native plant diversity, transforming former farmland into a thriving natural habitat. Come explore the success of this hidden gem by walking the newly established loop trail and demonstration plots!