Cedar Sage is native to Texas’ Edwards Plateau, where Travis County and Austin are located. Its scientific name, Salvia roemeria, comes from Ferdinand von Roemer who was known as the “father of Texas geology.” They can grow up to one foot in height and width. It’s a perennial and can also go “dormant” during the dry summer months and come back during the rainy fall.
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/5433955
Heard this little guy as I was walking past the library! So glad I spotted him and could take a picture before he flew away. House Finches are native to western North America and most of them don’t migrate unless their springtime home is further north. They love urban and suburban areas, and used to be sold illegally in New York City as “Hollywood Finches.” They eat grains, seeds, berries, and small insects.
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/5601521
We get to share our posts of 10 amazing natural living things and view those of your colleagues. These observations could be made anywhere, but they could be made at Wild basin where we will meet on Saturday, March 4th at 10 am for an orientation. Further instructions can be found on the Citizen Science page in Canvas. This activity could ignite your passion and make you a life-long citizen scientist.
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