Author Archives: Rosemary

About Rosemary

Who: Naturalist and salamander enthusiast from Canada. Likes: Learning new ferns. Favorite part of the job: Hanging out with other people who like nature!

Take 5: Terrific Turkeys

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Rosemary

With Thanksgiving approaching, it’s time to give thanks for the wild turkey. Once completely wiped out of the state due to over-harvesting, this bird is now a regular fixture of forests and even suburban and urban areas. Our past Photo Contest participants have captured the many facets of this fascinating species.

A male turkey, or tom, struts his stuff. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Barye Hall

Yes, turkeys can fly! 2013 Photo Contest entry, © Andy Trushaw

The fleshy bump above the beak is called a snood. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Richard Alvarnaz

The turkey chick, or poult, has a fuzzy head. 2013 Photo Contest entry, © Ronald Grant

A flock of turkeys. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Alison Colby Campbell.

Turkeys are social birds. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Alison Colby Campbell.

Take 5: Beautiful Boardwalks

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Rosemary

Boardwalks are a favorite subject of our Photo Contest entrants. It’s not surprising—these special trails let us safely explore challenging habitats such as salt marshes, and their parallel lines are pleasing to the eye. Here are some of our favorite boardwalk captures.

2012 Photo Contest entry, © Rachel Bellenoit

2011 Photo Contest entry, © Scott Kadlec

2011 Photo Contest entry, © Michael Neufeld

Check back soon for the results of our 2014 Photo Contest!