I had originally planned to talk about the positive experience I had at an organic farm gleaning vegetables for DC Central Kitchen. Instead, I was inspired to write about the black widow spider because of all the questions I’ve been asked about the one I encountered at the farm.
Category: The Wild Wild Hood
The Pandorus Sphinx Moth Pays a Visit
A Pandorus Sphinx Moth pays a visit, and I’m in awe. Cheers to backyard biodiversity, which is greater than you’d imagine in the middle of a city.
The Hornworm’s Worst Nightmare
If you find a hornworm covered in larvae, leave it be. It will not harm your plant under the extreme duress of being eaten alive.
Bring on the Butterflies!
I encounter the magic of a butterfly bush and try to grow one of my own. Don’t worry, I failed and also offer an article with alternatives to this invasive plant species.
Do Birds Mourn?
A bird loses its nest. How does it really feel? Do birds and other animals mourn?
Wildlife in Residence
What should you do if the wildlife gets a little too close for comfort?
Make Way for Monarchs
Monarchs may be tiny creatures, but they are very important to the big cycle of life and aiding in their survival helps life at every level.
Confused Little Bird?
I thought woodpeckers pecked trees and metal rain spouts, but not this guy (gal?). He was hard at work at the pavement in the alley. I quickly snapped this pic and, in a attempt to get closer, chased him off his hunt. I believe he is a Northern Flicker Woodpecker.
An Alley Story: Vertical Gardens
We are not all perfect and some of us have vertical gardens as evidence. My interest is piqued by one that sits behind a neighbor’s garage in the alley behind my residence. Learn how to make a vertical garden of your own.