From Flora to Fauna

10/11/2026

Beautiful views from Prospect Ridge in Harvard, MA. The colors are really coming out!

Relax at the Prospect Ridge Lookout for a bit and take in the view. Then head to Fruitlands Museum for lunch, visit the museum, and take a stroll on the grounds. A wonderful way to spend the day outside with the bonus of a delicious meal!

10/11/2026

Great advice for what to avoid and what to use to protect the birds and animals during this Halloween season.

10/10/2026

If you are a Massachusetts voter and need more info on Ballot Question 6, here is the info you need!

10/08/2026

The fall color show is in full swing in New England right now!

Leaves change color when their exposure to sunlight decreases and the chlorophyll in them breaks down, revealing colors hidden by the greens of spring and summer. But other factors influence when leaves change color besides decreasing sunlight, including tree species, temperature (more moderate temps delay color change), and moisture/rainfall (more moisture delays color change). This is one reason the tree colors in neighboring towns can look so different, one town in bright reds and yellows while the other still in greens with only a hint of yellow.

How are the colors looking by you?

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10/06/2026

Sky above and below!

10/05/2026

Don’t forget to look at the forest floor when you are looking for fall colors!

09/26/2026

Incredible skies last night in New England, possibly due partly to the incoming Nor’easter. The clouds look like a type called altocumulus undulatus. These types of clouds form mid-level, textured patches or sheets arranged in parallel, wavy rows or ripples. The rippled pattern is created by wind shear, when air moves at different speeds or directions above and below the cloud layer, causing the atmosphere to wave and bunch the clouds into distinct lines. Apparently these types of clouds make for great sunsets and sunrises as they are good at catching the sunlight. I’d have to agree! How was the sunset last night in your area?

08/22/2026

Sadly but not unexpectedly, the spotted lantern fly has been sighted in Massachusetts and nearby states. Here are links for information about the fly, what to do, and how to report sightings.

04/23/2026

Nalgene is stepping up and supporting our National Forests. They’ve committed $50k to the National Forest Foundation and are selling a special water bottle to raise more funds. Every dollar from sales of the bottle will be donated to the National Forest Foundation. Way to go, Nalgene!

04/13/2026

ACTION ALERT for MA RESIDENTS
This Wednesday, April 15, the State Senate will vote on whether to adopt a proposal to phase out the use of anticoagulant rodenticides that are harming wildlife and pets.

An amendment to the Mass Ready Act is pending, and if it’s adopted, it will help ensure that our state phases out the use of rodenticides that are poisoning thousands of wildlife and pets in Massachusetts every year.
Please contact your legislators today! They need to hear from as many supporters as possible before they vote this Wednesday. Let’s get this amendment passed to protect our wildlife and pets!

ACTION ALERT 🚨

This Wednesday, April 15, the State Senate will vote on whether to adopt a proposal to phase out the use of anticoagulant rodenticides that are harming wildlife and pets.

An amendment to the Mass Ready Act is pending, and if it’s adopted, it will help ensure that our state phases out the use of rodenticides that are poisoning thousands of wildlife and pets in Massachusetts every year.

Please contact your legislators today! We need them to hear from as many supporters as possible before they vote this Wednesday. Let’s get this amendment passed to protect our wildlife and pets!

TAKE ACTION 👉 https://web.massaudubon.org/site/Advocacy?page=UserAction&cmd=display&id=369