Dogs Days of August

It's been hot as heck at Hilton Pond Center for Piedmont Natural History--not unusual for the dog days of August.

"This Week at Hilton Pond" we explain the origin of the term "dog days" and include photos of a weevil and a caterpillar that were still active despite the high temperatures. There's also an account of a banded Chipping Sparrow from Hilton Pond that recently showed up several states to the north. For details, please visit our 8-14 Aug 2005 photo essay.

As always, we include a tally of all birds banded during the period.


Happy Nature Watching!

BILL