Welcome back, Habichatters!
Autumn is here at last, apple-enjoyers!
There’s a chill in the air (occasionally) and as the leaves change (very, very gradually), our thoughts here at the Wildlife and Heritage Service turn to the hidden, the unusual, and the transformative.
This season, we highlight some spooky plants, conclude our series on the Full Moons with the Autumn Moons, give some love to the charismatic jumping spider, and check out what one Habichatter has been up to in the garden. Join us for a metaphorical jaunt through the chill autumn air and enjoy what we’ve dug up for you!
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Team Habichat
P.S. We’re also announcing the DNR Extinct and Extirpated Animals Kids Art Contest! Kids from ages 5-17 can participate, see attached
flyer and
optional template page.
Charming Autumn Scenery by Xucheng Li, DNR Photo Contest 2014. "As long as autumn lasts, I shall not have hands, canvas and colors enough
to paint the beautiful things I see."
~ Vincent Van Gogh
In This Issue:
Thirteen Spooky Maryland Plants
It’s October, and while retail displays would have us believe Halloween starts in August (Augtober), the real spooky season is now undeniably upon us. What better time to appreciate and celebrate some of the plants in our state that really understood the assignment with this month’s theme!
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Native Animal Profile: Jumping Spiders
Is it the spookiness of the season? The improbable skeletons we see in stores? Either way, we can’t stop thinking about spiders! Join us on an exploration of a fascinating spider family!
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Moon Mythology and Maryland Wildlife: Autumn Moons
Learn how the full moons receive their nicknames, and maybe consider creating our own. This modern folklore gives us an excellent opportunity to learn more about both the night sky and Maryland’s wildlife!
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Wild Acres in Action: Backyard Garden Success!
During the summer, a resident reached out to us about the success he’s had in his garden. Ryan Elmore of Church Hill set out to turn his monoculture, grass-filled backyard into a healthy meadow. We are so impressed with his quick results!
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We want to hear from you!
Letters, e-mail, photos, drawings. Let us know how successful you are as you create wildlife habitat on your property.
Write to Me!
Sarah Witcher
Maryland Wildlife and Heritage Service
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
580 Taylor Ave., E-1
Annapolis MD 21401
[email protected]
410-260-8566
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