The Greater Kansas City Chapter of the National Audubon Society
Backyard bird watching is the number two pastime in the United States, second only to gardening. Winter brings in a variety of birds not seen during the summer months. In times of harsh weather, birds that are not normal species seen at feeders may show up for a few easy meals. One of the prized…
On Monday, December 14, Kansas City Mayor Sly James signed the National Wildlife Federation’s Mayor’s Monarch pledge, joining mayors from several other cities including St. Louis, Dallas, San Antonio and Oklahoma City in a commitment to protect and restore monarch butterfly populations. Monarch populations have declined more than 90% in the past decade due…
One of the best way to bring migrating birds to your yard during fall migration is to provide fruiting shrubs and vines. Berries help fuel their migration and provide necessary fat and protein to fend off adverse weather. However, not all berries are created equal. Native shrubs produce fruits with fat ranging from 6.57% to 48.72%….
In a time when most teenagers are more concerned with being near a power outlet than a lake inlet, Lannea Allen is an inspiring exception with her passion for nature. Specifically Lannea loves birds. In the 5th grade someone gave her a book on birds that sparked a continued passion. She has carried her affinity…
The only long distance, migratory butterfly in the world is the monarch butterfly of North America. Starting in the northern reach of their range, the monarch begins migration in Canada in late August. By mid-September the monarch migration reaches the Kansas City area. Peak migration is usually right around the fall solstice in our area. …