Results for "SouthTexasecology"

Quinta Mazatlan

Wed Apr 29, 6:00 AM

Did you know the Rio Grande Valley is home to eight of the nine species of pigeons and doves found in Texas?😯 Laura Brush, Rio Grande Valley native and bird enthusiast currently serving as an educator at the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands and World Birding Center, will be with us tomorrow April 30th to share her love of birds.🐦 Participants will understand how to tell the Valley's doves and pigeons apart while gaining a a new appreciation for these common yet remarkable birds and learn why they deserve our attention and care. 🍃 #nativeavifauna #birding #southtexasecology #quintamazatlan #exploremacallen

Quinta Mazatlan

Tue Apr 28, 6:00 PM

We're excited to learn how to tell the Valley's doves and pigeons apart with Laura Brush, this Thursday, April 30th, at 6:00pm🕊 Participants will learn the fascinating life of doves; exploring what they eat, why they build the nests they do, and uncover the behaviors that make them as special as they are!✨ This program is FREE with general park admission. #southtexasecology #exploremcallen #rgvbirds #quintamazatlan

Quinta Mazatlan

Sat Apr 18, 10:02 AM

Monarch caterpillars need a very special plant to survive—Milkweed!✨ What makes this plant so important, and how can we help protect it?🤔 Drop in at STEM Stops to explore Milkweed Magic, with a walk on the trails and planting using natives from the nursery🦋🌱 #STEM #monarchconservation #southtexasecology #exploremcallen #quintamazatlan

Quinta Mazatlan

Sun Apr 12, 6:00 PM

The Gray Hawk is a rare and threatened species in Texas, with the Lower Rio Grande Valley representing one of its only footholds in the United States.😯 Evan Farese will be joining us Thursday April 16, exploring the status of Gray Hawks in the region and offering insight into how these birds are adapting to both natural and urban landscapes. 🌳🪹 Don't miss this Thursday Night Live presentation highlighting ongoing research at UTRGV focused on avian migration and conservation. 🍃#nestingecology #southtexasecology #avianconservation #quintamazatlan #exploremcallen

Quinta Mazatlan

Sat Apr 11, 10:01 AM

At today's STEM Stops, we're exploring the incredible journey of Monarch Butterflies. Drop in to learn more about their migration pattern, timing and navigation.✨🌻 #STEM #monarchbutterflies #quintamazatlan #exploremcallen #southtexasecology

Quinta Mazatlan

Fri Apr 3, 2:02 PM

Did You Know? - The colors of flowers, birds and even butterflies play a role in these species survival? 🤔From iridescent insects to plant pigments, journey with a guide to explore natures color palette and the way colors are perceived across different living beings! Learn more Saturday at STEM Stops! 11:00am - 12:00pm ✨1:00pm = 2:00pm✨3:00pm - 4:00pm #STEM #wildchromatics #southtexasecology #quintamazatlan

Quinta Mazatlan

Thu Apr 2, 2:53 PM

Don't miss Josue Ayala, Environmental Education Specialist and Texas Master Naturalist for an exciting presentation on bats, this evening at 6:00pm! Learn about their extraordinary adaptations and the vital relationship they maintain with South Texas plants and landscapes.🦇 #bats #speakerseries #southtexasecology #quintamazatlan