The buzz

Quiz: Are you a bald eagle expert?

A bald eagle soaring in the air with its wings outstretched and its mouth open.
(Photo courtesy of Jennifer Balmes King)

If you've spent any time in the preserves in the winter, particularly close to water, odds are you've seen some bald eagles zipping around in the air.

Test your knowledge to see how much you really know about these amazing birds.

 

Latest Buzz

The buzz on cicadas: How this year's insects are different than last summer's headliners

7/14/2025

That buzz you hear coming from the trees in your yard is coming from cicadas, but not the same kind of cicadas that were making headlines last year. These cicadas, called dog-day cicadas, emerge every summer, alerting us to their presence with their well-known buzzing sound.

The dog days of summer are here, but it doesn't mean what you think

7/8/2025

The dog days of summer are here, both literally and metaphorically. Be sure to stay safe outdoors during periods of high heat and humidity.