Black bears are 5 to 6 feet in length, weigh 200 to 600 pounds, and have an average lifespan of 20 years in the wild. The black bear is an omnivore, meaning it eats roots, berries, plants, insects, fish, and meat. Did you know? Despite their name, black bears aren’t always black in color. They…
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Early Spring in New England: Your Wildlife Guide
The early spring in New England is a time of awakening as temperatures rise and snow begins to melt. What wonders of nature can you expect to experience in the wilds of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island? By mid-March, Great Horned Owl chicks or owlets may begin to hatch. These owls…
Merrimack River Eagle Festival: Winter Is the Time to View the National Bird in Newburyport
What is the Merrimack River Eagle Festival and why should you check it out? This annual Massachusetts event will help you catch a glimpse so you can mark the bald eagle off your birding checklist. The bald eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, is the national bird of the United States. Its range includes most of North America, from…