More than 160 species of dragonflies and damselflies have been documented in Massachusetts. This presentation is an introduction to species found in the southeastern part of the state and will include information about life cycle, behavior, habitat preferences, and identification. In addition, tips for finding and photographing these fascinating creatures will also be discussed. This…
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Plymouth County Entomologist Blake Dinius will be guiding us on a search for dragonflies. Swooping, soaring and perching dragonflies including damselflies are some of the top tier predators of the insect world. Often referred to as “rainbows on the wing” dragonflies and damsel flies come in a variety of patterns, shapes and colors. We will…
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Coastal Explorations with the Marion Natural History Museum The Marion Natural History Museum will be offering an opportunity to explore some of Marion’s unique natural areas. We will be exploring our rocky inter-tidal shorelines, salt marshes, estuaries as well as freshwater riverbanks, forest, swamps, ponds and bogs. Daily we will take trips to look for…
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Join the Marion Natural History Museum for a summer butterfly walk. Andrew Griffith of the Massachusetts Butterfly Association will be leading the walk in Nasketucket State Park, Mattapoisett, MA. We will be identifying local butterfly and moth species while talking about their habitat requirements, life cycles and migration patterns. Let’s have some fun looking for…
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Coastal Explorations with the Marion Natural History Museum The Marion Natural History Museum will be offering an opportunity to explore some of Marion’s unique natural areas. We will be exploring our rocky inter-tidal shorelines, salt marshes, estuaries as well as freshwater riverbanks, forest, swamps, ponds and bogs. Daily we will take trips to look for…
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Amazing Animal Ambassadors with Cape Cod captive wildlife care expert Bethany Jakubson Monday, August 4th at 2:00 pm. Cost is $10.00/family. Seeing wild animals up close can become a child’s treasured memory, open up a whole new world of wonder, and spark a lifelong love of animals. This is the mission of Amazing Animal Ambassadors.…
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