a cold winter in 2019 Waterfowl manage cold and snow through a specialized blood exchange system in their legs that keeps feet just above freezing, along with dense, waterproof insulating feathers. They minimize heat loss by standing on one leg, tucking bills into feathers, and fluffing up to trap body heat.
Meadowlark Festival
Every May long-weekend since 1998, Meadowlark Nature Festival has presented interactive, multi-disciplinary events that explore and celebrate the spectacular natural environment of the Okanagan Similkameen. Fruit Stands & Markets.
Western Meadowlark
The Western Meadowlark preferred breeding habitat is grasslands, pastures & fields. They have a sharp flutelike warbled call
Cooper’s Hawk
Cooper’s Hawk is the most common breeder throughout the Lower 48. They were once thought to nest in forested areas only but are common in suburban neighborhoods, parks, and golf courses nowadays (especially in the West). Cooper’s Hawks are less common in southern Canada and virtually non-existent north of south-central Canada. Male Cooper’s Hawks are about the size of a … Read More
Northern Shoveler
Did you know Northern shovelers are often referred to as “spoonbills” or “spoonies” because of their unique spatula-shaped bill. The breeding male has a green head, white body, reddish brown flanks, and a black bill. The female is grey-brown with subtle black streaking. She has an olive-green bill, a green speculum, and blue shoulder patches. At a quick glance, a … Read More