Black-capped Chronicle Issue 12 Summer 2023
A new (and final) issue of the Maine Bird Atlas’ newsletter, Black-capped Chronicle, is now available!
Look Beyond the Leaves
A patient look beyond the leaves reveals truly magical moments of Maine's wildlife in autumn.
One Million Purple Plants
Late summer pours a tide of purple flowers across the sandplain grassland of Kennebunk Plains Wildlife Management Area.
So, You Want to Be a Wildlife Biologist?
While the reward for this career is high for those who love it, not all can hack the demands of the job.
Tips for Tracks
Winter is the best time to learn to identify and interpret wildlife sign. Here are some tips to get started.
Strategies for the Snowy Season
As the days get shorter, temperatures drop, and snow begins to fall, how do you plan to spend the winter? Just like people, wildlife uses several winter survival strategies.
Fired Up about Conservation
The first Prescribed Fire Training Exchange (TREX) to be held in the Northeast brought collaboration, mentorship, outreach, and fire to the sandplain grassland of Kennebunk Plains Wildlife Management Area. Prescribed burns are tactically designed with two main objectives: restore ecosystem function and decrease uncontrollable wildfire risk.
Recovering America’s Wildlife Act (RAWA)
Recovering America’s Wildlife Act is an opportunity to protect and enhance fish and wildlife in Maine and the United States for future generations.
The Art and Science of Aerial Insectivores
Eating bugs for breakfast is an important job! Aerial insectivores navigate complex habitats with athleticism, artistry, and grace. How do they do it?
Summer Living with Bats
Maine is home to 8 species of bats. If you are finding bats on your property, odds are they have been there longer than you realize!
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