Wildlife

Happy World Oceans Day!  The earth’s oceans are a significant aspect of this planet, touching everyone’s lives both directly and indirectly.  Covering ¾ of the Earth’s surface, they contain 97% of the Earth’s water, and represent 99% of the living space on the planet with at least 200,000 identified marine species.  Most of the ocean

  Overview: The smallest of the three bear species found in North America, the American black bear is black, brown or cinnamon.  They have short, non-retractable claws that allow them to climb trees easily.  This species is found throughout North America, from Canada to Mexico, inhabiting both coniferous and deciduous forests, as well as open

Overview: Considered the national emblem of the United States, the bald eagle has flourished under protection.  Larger than most other raptors, it possesses a heavy body, large head, and long, hooked bill.  Known for its white head that is not actually bald, adult bald eagles also have tails with dark brown bodies and wings. They

This Federally Endangered Wood Stork was captured on camera by NALT Conservation Biologist, Peter Smith, during a Monitoring visit to the property. This long-legged bird was observed practicing his put and strut between holes 13 and 14 on Rose Hill golf course, upon which a Conservation Easement was donated. Overview: The Wood Stork is large