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Species Spotlight: The Remarkable American Bittern

Species Spotlight: The Remarkable American Bittern

You may not spot this secretive bird camouflaged amongst the tall marsh vegetation, and even if you do, one thing is for sure – you won’t forget the unusual sounds of its calls. Known for its remarkable camouflage and distinctive calls, the American bittern (Botaurus...

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Species Spotlight: California Bedstraw Blooms

Species Spotlight: California Bedstraw Blooms

April showers bring May flowers–and in western Riverside County, that means the blooming of California bedstraw (Galium californicum ssp. primum), a California native plant. This herbaceous perennial flowers from May through July and typically stands at an average...

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