May 8, 2019
Shorebird Nesting Updates
March marks the beginning of shorebird nesting season, and our first American Oystercatcher nests have been found! American Oystercatchers (Haematopus palliatus) are aPosted by: Kate Tweedy
May 1, 2019
BirdCast: Birding in The Age of Technology
For millions of years birds have transited the globe in search of resources, climate, and other ideal conditions to fulfill their life histories. As of yet, they are notPosted by: Cohen Carpenter
April 26, 2019
Pesto alla LSSI
The return of the hummingbirds, the emergence of new live oak shoots, and the warming days signify spring at LSSI. This is also aPosted by: Matt Lerish
April 25, 2019
A Lucky Horsehoe (Crab)
Everyone needs a little luck in life from time to time. This is especially true for a curious critter found here in the tidal waters of the island. This odd creature has anPosted by: Nate Ramey
April 19, 2019
A Case of Mimicry
To the brave soul picking up this cottonmouth, “WHAT ARE YOU THINKING”?! Oh, wait a second, there is more to a snake than meets the eye. Many species here in GeorgiaPosted by: John Cassell
April 15, 2019
Cords and Culture
Have you ever visited Little St Simons Island in late fall? If so, you may have seen the beautiful display of reddish-purple grasses. This grass is Muhly Grass (MuhlenbergiaPosted by: Katy Hosokawa