The Skunk Corner
The Wildlife Behind Halloween
Spiders, bats, and owls have long been common symbols of Halloween, but that doesn't mean you should only look for them in festive front...
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The Skunk Corner
- Sep 1, 2019
- 5 min
A Closer Look at Backyard Nature
Look closely at the habitat in your backyard or a nearby open space and you will likely find plants, animals, and other features that...
The Skunk Corner
- Apr 8, 2019
- 4 min
5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This Spring
Baby animals, vibrant wildflower blooms, and flowing creeks are all in season right now, and it's a great time to get outside and enjoy...
The Skunk Corner
- Jan 4, 2019
- 2 min
5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This Winter
Even though we don't get snow in Santa Barbara, the winter months still bring unique opportunities for wildlife observation. Below are...
The Skunk Corner
- Jan 6, 2018
- 1 min
The Owls of Arroyo Burro Open Space
If you visit the Arroyo Burro Open Space around dusk, you may catch a glimpse of a great-horned owl or two. There are currently a pair...
The Skunk Corner
- Dec 30, 2017
- 2 min
5 Good Locations for Wildlife Water Sources
If you'd like to welcome animals to your yard, whether those animals are birds, pollinating insects, or mammals like skunks, it is...
The Skunk Corner
- Dec 2, 2017
- 2 min
Christmas Gifts for the Wildlife Enthusiast
The fall and winter are great times for observing wildlife. Different species of birds show up in backyards, rain may fill creeks with...
The Skunk Corner
- Dec 1, 2017
- 2 min
Christmas Gifts for the Wildlife Enthusiast
The fall and winter are great times for observing wildlife. Different species of birds show up in backyards, rain may fill creeks with...
The Skunk Corner
- Nov 4, 2017
- 2 min
Awesome Possums
Virginia opossums are common backyard visitors in Santa Barbara, climbing on fences and meandering across lawns. They are omnivores,...
The Skunk Corner
- Sep 24, 2017
- 2 min
5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This Fall
Even though Santa Barbara does not get the same kind of autumn as other parts of the country have, the season is still great for...
The Skunk Corner
- Sep 24, 2017
- 2 min
5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This Fall
Even though Santa Barbara does not get the same kind of autumn as other parts of the country have, the season is still great for...
The Skunk Corner
- Aug 20, 2017
- 3 min
Identifying Wildlife Pathways In Your Yard
Many backyard mammals, from rodents to raccoons, follow specific pathways through neighborhoods. By knowing where these pathways are,...