Monthly Archives: March 2014

The Curious Case of Bidens alba

A few years ago, two separate populations of Bidens alba strangely appeared in the Falls Lake Area.  They persisted for two years and then  completely disappeared.  Bidens alba (Shepherd’s Needles, Butterfly Needles) is primarily a Florida plant, with only spotty … Continue reading

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Fire Ants Catch a Little Sun

It is early afternoon on February 19th, and after weeks of cold, harsh winter, the sun is bright and the temperature is 72 F.  Upland Chorus Frogs are calling from the wetlands, gnats swarm in circles in the meadows, and…large … Continue reading

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Diamorpha smallii (Elf Orpine) and Early Succession

Three years ago, the worst incident of vandalism in recent memory occurred at the Mitchell Mill State Natural Area.  Thieves made away with huge blocks of moss and plants, including the subsoil and sand.  It is speculated that a truck … Continue reading

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