Nature's Year in the Kawarthas: A Guide to the Unfolding SeasonsDundurn, 4. nov. 2002 - 338 sider Nature's Year in the Kawarthas is an almanac of key events occurring in the natural world over the course of a year in the Kawartha Lakes district -- and in cottage country in general. Covering all areas of our flora and fauna as well as weather and the night sky, the book is a month-by-month chronicle of the mileposts of the passing seasons. From the raucous Spring Peeper chorus of April ... through the sweet scent of milkweed blossoms in July ... and the early-morning mists of September ... to the arrival of the first eagles in December -- all are noted for your interest. Whenever you head out on your next walk or look up at the stars, Nature's Year will be your informative guide. For each month, an introductory essay captures the spirit of the season, while an "at a glance" summary lists the key natural events occurring. Each category in the natural world -- from birds to the night sky -- is then covered in more detail. Finely detailed drawings complement the text. Author Drew Monkman is a teacher in Peterborough, Ontario. An avid naturalist in the Kawartha Lakes area, he is past president of the Peterborough Field Naturalists. |
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... Male Moose and White- tailed Deer lose their antlers . Deer " yard up " in northern parts of our area . Black Bears give birth to two cubs . Amphibians and reptiles are in hibernation . Occasionally you will see a mink , otter or duck ...
... males are not nearly as aggressive as in the fall and form bachelor groups . On mild winter days when the temperature climbs above 4 ° C , bats sometimes emerge from hibernation and take " cleansing flights " to get rid of bodily wastes ...
... Male skunks emerge from their dens to find a mate . Their tell - tale scent is one of the first " datable " events of the new year . Male White - tailed Deer reform their bachelor groups . Deep snow can make this the most difficult time ...
... Male Common Goldeneyes intensify their courtship behaviour , bobbing their heads and whistling loudly . Early February □ Horned Larks ( Prairie race ) return . They are traditionally the first migrant arrivals of the year and mark the ...
... male and female remain together throughout the year , the bond is relaxed in the non - breeding season . But , starting in February , the male starts to sing regularly once again and both sexes often feed together . The male White ...
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4 AprilFrog Song and Sky Dancers | 65 |
5 MayThe Promise of Spring Fulfilled | 95 |
6 JuneEndless Days and the Urgency of Life | 125 |
7 JulySummer At its Height | 159 |
8 AugustSummer Becoming Fall | 181 |
11 NovemberA Hush upon the Land | 257 |
12 DecemberThe Sun Stands Still | 281 |
Where to Go? | 299 |
Additional Resources | 308 |
Notes | 311 |
Selected Bibliography | 313 |
Index | 316 |
About the Author | 336 |
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Nature's Year in the Kawarthas: A Guide to the Unfolding Seasons Drew Monkman Begrenset visning - 2002 |
Nature's Year in the Kawarthas: A Guide to the Unfolding Seasons Drew Monkman Begrenset visning - 2002 |
Nature's Year in the Kawarthas: A Guide to the Unfolding Seasons Drew Monkman Begrenset visning - 2002 |