Katie's Sightings
The Marysville Rice Fields!
Explore the diverse wildlife of Marysville Rice Fields, a crucial habitat for 230 species, including Sandhill Cranes and White-faced Ibis.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly December 19, 2024 3 min read
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Mammals in the Rain — Part 2
Explore how rain impacts the behavior of local mammals like Mule Deer, River Otters, and squirrels.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly December 10, 2024 2 min read
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It POURED!!!
Downieville received 12.49” of rain in 10 days, significantly increasing the year’s water total and affecting local wildlife.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly December 2, 2024 2 min read
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The Last Beautiful Days of Autumn!
Experience the last autumn days in the Sierra Buttes, featuring first snows, vibrant fall colors, and rare wildlife sightings.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly November 26, 2024 4 min read
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Conifer Tree Trunks (not as boring as you might think)!
Explore the Lakes Basin's conifer trunks, a hidden ecosystem for birds, insects, and fungi.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly September 20, 2024 2 min read
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Down in the Garden! — Part 2
Explore the presence of Western Swallowtail Butterflies, Achemon Sphinx Moth caterpillars, and Common Aerial Yellow Jackets in a Downieville garden.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly September 13, 2024 3 min read
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Down in the Garden! — Part 1
Recent rain in Downieville revitalizes garden, attracting diverse wildlife including Steller’s Jays and Lesser Goldfinches.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly September 13, 2024 2 min read
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A Day on the River!
Signs of River Otters, unexpected Sucker Fish, Osprey sightings, and Common Merganser families on the river.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly July 30, 2024 3 min read
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Neighborhood News!
Downieville experiences extreme heat, residents find solace at North Yuba River, home to diverse wildlife.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly July 22, 2024 3 min read
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A Cherry Festival!
Once again the ripened “wild” cherries in our neighborhood have attracted lots of birds!
By Katie O'Hara Kelly July 9, 2024 3 min read
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Avian News!
There are several Spotted Sandpipers on the North Yuba River right now.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly July 1, 2024 3 min read
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Neighborhood News!
It’s Reptile Weather! The daytime temperatures have been in the 70’s lately, and reptiles have become very active and visible.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly June 26, 2024 3 min read
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Baby Birds!
Baby Birds are showing up everywhere!!! I’ve seen them in Sierra Valley as well as in my neighborhood!
By Katie O'Hara Kelly June 13, 2024 3 min read
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Shorebirds
I've never seen a Black-necked Stilt sitting down! This one might have been on a nest!
By Katie O'Hara Kelly June 6, 2024 2 min read
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Sierra Valley Birds!
Every Spring I eagerly anticipate going over to Sierra Valley.
By Katie O'Hara Kelly May 29, 2024 2 min read
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