2025's first frost arrives with little warning, surprises some students
During the week of Oct. 14, 2025, we enjoy reports of the first frost, migrating monarchs, and milkweed pods opening. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
Phenology
Phenology is the rhythmic biological nature of events as they relate to climate.
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Do you know what to expect in October? Latimer previews the month in nature
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
During the Phenology Report for the week of Sept. 9, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer talks fall colors, fuzzy caterpillars, and hummingbird migration.