Phenology

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Do you know what to expect in October? Latimer previews the month in nature Oct 10, 2025

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During the Phenology Report for the week of Oct. 7, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers the next month in nature, development of fall colors, and migratory dragonflies.

'It’s amazing how much you see when you slow down,' students remark Oct 08, 2025

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During the week of Oct. 7, 2025, we enjoy reports of giant puffball mushrooms and the season's first frost. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

Phenology coordinator flummoxed by furry fungus Oct 02, 2025

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During the Phenology Report for the week of Sept. 30, 2025, Charlie Mitchell, KAXE phenology coordinator, discusses the BirdCast website, fungi, and fall colors.

Students 'catch' birds using Merlin Bird ID app Oct 01, 2025

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During the week of Sept. 30, 2025, we enjoy reports of wandering skunks, diverse fungi, and migrating birds. Phenology Coordinator Charlie Mitchell responds.

Wildflowers continue to brighten roadsides as leaves fall Sep 25, 2025

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During the Phenology Report for the week of Sept. 23, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers falling leaves, migrating grosbeaks, and vibrant wildflowers.

Sleepless in September: Students spot black bears bulking up for winter Sep 24, 2025

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During the week of Sept. 23, 2025, we enjoy reports of black bears, migrating insects, and skunks scrounging for grubs. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

Gnat-ural predators: Migratory dragonflies hunt clouds of mating midges Sep 19, 2025

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During the Phenology Report for the week of Sept. 16, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers hunting dragonflies, fall colors, and phenomenal fungi.

Phenology students monitor migrating hummingbirds and pursue frogs Sep 17, 2025

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During the week of Sept. 16, 2025, we enjoy the first batch of reports from the school year. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

Beyond the wooly bear: Fuzzy fall caterpillars Sep 12, 2025

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During the Phenology Report for the week of Sept. 9, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer talks fall colors, fuzzy caterpillars, and hummingbird migration.

Following big fall changes with Little Falls students Sep 10, 2025

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During the week of Sept. 9, 2025, we enjoy reports of Broadwing Hawks, migrating insects, and vibrant sumacs. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

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