Thanks to Andrew for sending: “Came across a mama raccoon and her three babies in Foxhall Village this morning. The little ones decided to waddle right up to me (whether to play or just investigate, I’m not sure) which I took as my cue to give them some space and move along.” (more…)
I spotted my first Cicada yesterday in Cleveland Park but apparently it is only a “straggler”. USAToday reported in March:
“As spring approaches, many Americans may be expecting the return of loud, swarming cicadas, but experts say there’s little to worry about this year. No major 13‑ or 17‑year cicada broods are set to emerge nationwide, though a small number of insects emerging in off years, known as stragglers, may still be buzzing about.” (more…)
Thanks to J. and A. for sending these awesome shots from 16th Street Heights: (more…)
Thanks to Chris for sending: “This little guy hangs out between the DC Water project and the Lincoln Memorial. He does not seem bothered by the activity…”
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 Sharon for sending this great shot of “this beaver out of the water by the Anacostia in Navy Yard.”
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 LeeAnn for sharing these great shots from Crestwood: (more…)
Thanks to Rachel for sending on behalf of 8 year old who Simon spotted it from the “Mall outside the National Gallery of Art West Building.”
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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.
And in less pleasant wildlife news, time to take our squashing boots out of the closet.
Thanks to Stephen for sending the heads up from Petworth: “The spotted lantern flies are back. You can see them on the top left stem as well. I killed close to 30 on this one plant.”
Release the yellow jackets!
I now find myself pining for the days of merely lamenting the return of mosquitoes…
Thanks to Rebecca for sending this fantastic photo: “Spotted this gorgeous fellow–a black-crowned night heron–in Georgetown.”
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.
