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Fall Colors Emerging

Posted on Sep 23, 2015

Fall Colors Emerging

Happy 1st day of Autumn! Throughout Western New York and Pennsylvania, the fall colors are just starting to emerge, with some beautiful yellows, faint oranges and reds peaking through the green landscapes. Our recent overnight chills and soaking rains will help boost the vibrancy of the leaves, making for some stellar fall views! Elyse Henshaw Conservation Technician

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Red-spotted Purple butterfly

Posted on Sep 8, 2014

Red-spotted Purple butterfly

I saw this distant Red-spotted Purple butterfly yesterday morning while finding some migrant warblers, vireos and flycatchers. There are still plenty of butterflies hanging on here as we enter mid-September despite nights with chilly temperatures in the low 40s.

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