Zoology

Dragonflies and Damselflies in Vermont

These links provide detailed information at the species level where different members of Odonata can be found in Vermont. Also excellent pictures with identifications are provided to help you identify any specimens you may have found or photographed.

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Odonata of Vermont

Project Goal: 
Locate species that are likely to be in Vermont but not yet documented
Your Role: 
Checkout the hitlist, if you have information about damselflies and dragonflies on the list, please provide it via the Odonata of Vermont website.
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Website: 
Website Main Page.

Cougar Identification Guides

These guides provide information about how to properly identify a cougar.  The first .pdf compares identifying characteristics of other wild cats; differences in the tracks made by cougars and members of the dog family; and what a carcass looks like if it was killed by a cougar. The second .pdf provides much greater detailed information about cougars and their ranges as well as identifying characteristics.

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The Cougar Network

Project Goal: 
Study cougars and understand their role in ecosystems. Specifically interested in exploring cougars expanding their range back into areas where they once lived.
Your Role: 
If you have solide evidence of a cougar in your area, especially the northeast U.S., report it via email through their website.
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Confirmation criteria

Four-Season Birding in the Hogback Ecoregion

"This course will immerse you in the joy of studying birds in the field, initiating or enhancing a lifetime pursuit."

Instruction will cover identification of local bird species, by field marks, song and habitat.  Natural history and conservation topics will also be covered.

Course participants will meet on 4 different Saturdays with Sunday as a back-up. Dates are: 22 February, 26 April, 31 May, 21 June.

 

Course Dates: 
Saturday, February 22, 2014 to Saturday, June 21, 2014
Website: 
Course Announcement
Registration Form (PDF)
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Vermont Reptile & Amphibian Atlas

Project Goal: 
Collect and share data about the status of reptiles and amphibians living in Vermont to support their conservation. Data collected includes natural history, distribution and conservation efforts that are working.
Your Role: 
Review available information and contribute additional information about amphibians or reptiles that you've seen in your area.
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Website: 
Atlas main webpage

Amphibian Eggs & Larvae Key

This 6-page .pdf helps with identifying amphibian eggs and larvae.

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Vernal Pool Indicator Species ID Sheet

These PDF files provide descriptions, images and areas that will help in identifying potential vernal pools by what amphibians you find there.

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Butterflies and Moths of North America (BAMONA)

Project Goal: 
"Collect and provide access to quality-controlled data about butterflies and moths for" North America.
Your Role: 
Find, photograph and submit your sightings of butterflies and moths where you live. If you have expertise, help with reviewing submissions and caterpillar identifications.
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Website: 
BAMONA main website

Identify a Butterfly, Moth or Caterpillar

This site by Butterflies and Moths of North America will help you with identifying specimens that you have found, seen or photographed. It helps immensely to also have information about the plant and location where you saw this insect.

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