Damsels and Dragons
Damselflies are smaller than dragonflies and rest with wings folded back.
A Closer Look at Plants & Animals
Enjoy these feature stories about amazing life forms in the Finger Lakes region. Explore them further when you visit the preserves and volunteer.
Keeping Bald Eagles in Sight
Identifying and protecting key habitats is essential for future population success.
Saw-Whet Owls Sound Off
Active only at night, these pint-sized mousers are normally silent.
Lounging Lizards of the Finger Lakes
Coal skinks are one of New York State’s four lizards.
Norway Maple and Ailanthus
These trees are widely naturalized, but they’re exotics.
