Steven J. Cary takes us on a scientific journey of the analysis of the eye coloring and wing markings of two varieties of the metalmark butterfly; Apodemia mejicanus (Sonoran or Mexican Metalmark) and Apodemia duryi (Dury’s Metalmark).
Differentiating Two Metalmarks Read More »
The dark skies we enjoy here are a benefit to tourism as well as to the well-being of wildlife, human health and calming the soul. Currently, there is an opportunity in Los Alamos to take action that will help to preserve and improve our dark skies.
Saving Our Dark Skies in Los Alamos Read More »
One day, we found ourselves standing in the Inyo Mountains on the border of Nevada and California. It was a magical view. Our hair blew fiercely in the wind, and around us stood old, bent and gnarled trees, known as krummholz.
March, Comes in Like a Lion and Goes Out Like a Lamb Read More »
Focusing on identifying the characteristics of sounds in nature.
Now Hear This: A Symphony of Sound! Read More »
Experts have been sounding the alarm about sweeping declines in insect populations globally. Researchers are rushing to better understand which species are in decline and mitigate losses.
New Mexico Butterfly Monitoring Network Update Read More »
Thanks to a grant from the Los Alamos Community Foundation, the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) was able to hire the University of New Mexico’s Bureau of Business and Economic Research to conduct a market research project about the Los Alamos Nature Center.
Market Research Report Provides Insights to PEEC Read More »
Read about PEEC’s 2022 science fair awards, with descriptions of the projects.
PEEC’s 2022 Science Fair Award Recipients Read More »
How do we mark our individual or collective progress toward a greater understanding of our various butterflies? Steve Cary explains.
2021 in New Mexico Butterflies Read More »
Ecologically in the Northern Hemisphere, snow is important. In some western states, snow can make up 80% of the annual precipitation.
Mountain Ecology and the Immeasurable Importance of Snow Read More »
