Book Review: Nature Where We Live, by Don Scallen

This winter, I spent endless hours scouring the trails and woods in search of cocoons. I found few prizes, and have had to satisfy myself with fungi, old nests, and

Surprising monarch butterfly ovipositing behaviour

July 26.  Today I saw the first monarch in my yard.  There is still hope.  I should have seen them here in my Toronto yard a month ago, at least.

Mexico Monarch sanctuaries: Which are the best?

There are four main sanctuaries for tourists, El Rosario, Sierra Chincua, Piedra Herrada, and Cerro Pelon.  Based on interviews and personal experiences, I’m going to rank them for you.  I