The Natural History of Bodega Head

    From Bodega Head after sunset on 5 November 2024

    Crescent moon in the western sky on 4 November 2024.

    We had to do some field work in Monterey County yesterday, but we arrived a little early, so had a few minutes to observe a few sea otte...

    We hope you've been enjoying the fall season.   Happy Halloween!

    Well, that's one benefit of working late -- a chance to see Great Horned Owls ( Bubo virginianus ) on the way home!  

    A beautiful sunrise yesterday morning (26 October 2024) with pink highlights in the clouds surrounding the moon.

    While watching the sunset tonight (24 October 2024), it felt like good conditions for a green flash. Sure enough!  Nice green color as t...