photo by Justin O’Neill

Ed. Note: Fear not, they pose no threat to humans. Also, they eat rats which is good.

Thanks to Justin for sharing this beautiful black rat snake from the Palisades, just off the trolley trail: “This is by far the biggest snake I’ve ever seen in DC.”

And speaking of rats, thanks to Al for sending this poor bastard who’s hopefully not just sunbathing: (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

First cicada spotted, along Rock Creek Church Rd between the two cemeteries”

STAY TUNED.

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.


Thanks to Mimi for sending this great shot of our friend from the National Gallery of Art!

Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to [email protected]

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.



May 2024, Brookland, Washington DC

From

“With spring marking the start of bear season, the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) and the Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) are reminding residents of what to do in the event they .

While bear encounters are rare in the District, it is essential to be prepared and understand how to respond safely. Bears typically avoid humans, but they may wander into neighborhoods in search of food, especially during the spring and summer months. (more…)


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