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A Little On Coyotes

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 30, 2020 with No Comments

Coyotes often get a bad rap, but because they are opportunists–humans need to be more vigilant about keeping them at bay. Similar to dogs, coyotes are curious, playful, and defend their territory. Coyotes are most active during dawn and dusk, but it is not unusual to see them during the day or at night. If you live in an area with coyotes–help keep them wild by taking proactive steps:1. Keep your pets close at all times.2. Keep your food/water dishes … Read More

Feathers & Hope

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 28, 2020 with No Comments

May the beams of sunlight wrap their warmth and light around you while we unite for a common cause–humanity. We are with you and will continue to be. “Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul – and sings the tunes without the words – and never stops at all.”—Emily Dickinson

Wild Cucumber

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 26, 2020 with No Comments

Wild cucumber is a native vine that grows in coastal sage scrub and chaparral habitats. It is native to SoCal and Baja California and when in bloom has small white flowers and green fruits that look like oblong spiked balls. The plants use a twisty technique to “grab on” to other branches and limbs. If you follow the vine to the ground there is usually a sizable root ball. The fruit is bitter, so humans (and most animals) don’t eat … Read More

Acorn Woodpeckers

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 25, 2020 with No Comments

Acorn woodpeckers are found throughout the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. These woodpeckers are known for hoarding acorns and nuts; and eating insects. Food is stored in granaries and hold thousands upon thousands of nuts/acorns. Woodpeckers excavate cavities for nests in dead or living tree limbs, utility poles, buildings, etc. There are usually 3-6 eggs per clutch with an incubation period of 11 days. Have you seen any woodpeckers in the Corridor?

A Walk In the Park

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 23, 2020 with No Comments

We managed to get some fresh air yesterday, as allowed by the Governor’s Executive Order, by visiting Chino Hills State Park just after the trails had opened. It was peaceful, it was quiet, and a few others had the same idea. Here is a short video from Upper Aliso Trail. Please stay safe. We will get through this together—enjoy the beauty of nature.

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