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The Downy Woodpecker is a delightful little bird that can be seen throughout the year at the arboretum. I love…

Moths in the Gracillariidae family are especially good at hide and seek, even as caterpillars … and that doesn’t take…

The Dark-eyed Junco is a small hooded sparrow about 6-6.5 inches. The “Oregon” Junco is generally the most widespread species…

The small cedar-bark borer is a striking beetle, with a pleasing, fuzzy pattern and endearing, long antennae.

A pair of Mallards have been paddling around and exploring the wetlands this winter.

Damsel bugs have a graceful look and a feminine name that’s in stark contrast to their fierce natures.

The Golden-crowned Kinglet returns to the Arboretum every year to spend the fall and winter months. This beautiful little bird…

This tiny beetle may not look noteworthy but it sure has made a name for itself. Or rather, various people…

The Brown Creeper is a gentle little bird with a cheerful spirit.

There’s just a slim chance you’ve seen this slender insect, even though it’s fairly common. True bugs in the Berytidae…