The Skunk CornerOct 29, 20194 minThe Wildlife Behind HalloweenSpiders, bats, and owls have long been common symbols of Halloween, but that doesn't mean you should only look for them in festive front...
The Skunk CornerSep 1, 20195 minA Closer Look at Backyard NatureLook 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 CornerApr 8, 20194 min5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This SpringBaby 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 CornerJan 4, 20192 min5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This WinterEven though we don't get snow in Santa Barbara, the winter months still bring unique opportunities for wildlife observation. Below are...
The Skunk CornerJan 6, 20181 minThe Owls of Arroyo Burro Open SpaceIf 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 CornerDec 30, 20172 min5 Good Locations for Wildlife Water SourcesIf you'd like to welcome animals to your yard, whether those animals are birds, pollinating insects, or mammals like skunks, it is...
The Skunk CornerDec 2, 20172 minChristmas Gifts for the Wildlife EnthusiastThe fall and winter are great times for observing wildlife. Different species of birds show up in backyards, rain may fill creeks with...
The Skunk CornerDec 1, 20172 minChristmas Gifts for the Wildlife EnthusiastThe fall and winter are great times for observing wildlife. Different species of birds show up in backyards, rain may fill creeks with...
The Skunk CornerNov 4, 20172 minAwesome PossumsVirginia opossums are common backyard visitors in Santa Barbara, climbing on fences and meandering across lawns. They are omnivores,...
The Skunk CornerSep 24, 20172 min5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This FallEven 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 CornerSep 24, 20172 min5 Ways to Enjoy Nature This FallEven 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 CornerAug 20, 20173 minIdentifying Wildlife Pathways In Your YardMany backyard mammals, from rodents to raccoons, follow specific pathways through neighborhoods. By knowing where these pathways are,...