Nature Happenings
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NABA National Butterfly count.
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Purple Martins begin their southern migration three weeks after their young have fledged. Males leave first.
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Loon eggs hatch in 26 – 31 days. Chicks are able to swim immediately but rest on their parents' backs to conserve energy.
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Leatherback Seaturtles can be seen off the pacific coast of BC during summer months. They are able to survive in much colder water than any other sea turtle.
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Peak Alpine Wildflower bloom.
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Ducks are molting their feathers and cannot fly during this time, usually 2 to 4 weeks.
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Western Columbine, a hummingbird's favorite nectar source, in bloom.
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Classic Daylilies and Poppies bloom.
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First brood of immature hummingbirds begin to show up at nectar feeders.
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Look for Brown-headed Cowbird fledglings begging and being fed by the other species that raised them.
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Delta Aquarids Meteor shower peaks in late-July.
Painted Lady, the most commonly found butterfly in WA.
Purple Martins
Loon & chicks
Leatherback Sea Turtle
Alpine Wildflowers
Molting Mallard
Western Columbine
Daylily
Poppies
Immature Rufous Hummingbird on feeder ~ Order your hummingbird feeder today!
Brown-headed Cowbird Fledgling
