February 2025 – Ranger Ramblings

Recent snowfall had provided a surge of moisture for the moss to absorb, leaving the north-facing wall of the canyon lush and green.

We observed many trees that had been chewed and knocked over, and with the recent snow even some beaver track!

Turkey vultures—gross but loveable creatures—have returned from their annual migration south for the winter!

This spider is the goldenrod crab spider, or more generally, the flower (crab) spider. It is most commonly found hunting in flowers.

Unfortunately, most insects like moths are specialists, meaning they only eat one type of plant, and lay their eggs on these plants.

The Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center recently partnered with the Pueblo Zoo and the Buell Children’s Museum for nature programming.