This week for my phenology blog, I instead took some time to wander around Burlington and document signs of wildlife. I am sure that this would have been a thrilling assignment, except, by the time I was able to make my way into Centennial Woods for an afternoon, there was barely any snow, and almost all of the mud had been trampled, either by the elements or my fellow peers attempting to undergo this same task. So, I unfortunately do not have much to report.
However, despite the disappointment that came along with a lack of snow or fresh mud, I still got to spend a few hours in Centennial Woods. During my expedition, I came across several dead trees lined with dozens of holes that could very well be woodpecker holes, although they are likely not recent.
Along with this, I also spotted a common raven, although I regret to write that I was not able to snap a photo of it before it flew off, and I also believe that I may have heard the call of a black-capped chickadee!
On that note (and with a few photos of cool fungi, the second of which felt almost solid upon touch!), I will end this post, although I hope to find my way back to my phenology spot or Centennial Woods when the snow comes back around!
