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One of these eggs is not like the others... 🤔
Do you see the brown, speckled egg in this nest? It likely came from a Brown-headed Cowbird! Cowbirds are brood parasites, meaning they lay their eggs in nests of other bird species. Once the egg hatches, the unsuspecting parents will raise the baby Cowbird without ever knowing it`s not one of their own.
#birdsofarizona #birdfacts #brownheadedcowbird #broodparasite #birdnest #aznature #birding
Have you ever been to the STEM Dugout at a Diamondbacks game?
Presented by @resolutioncopper, the STEM Dugout features education displays and learning activities for kids of all ages! You can find the Dugout near section 327 on Chase Field`s upper concourse.
We had the privilege of participating during yesterday`s game, and will be back Wednesday, August 26th! If you happen to be there, stop by to learn about desert plants and their pollinators. We hope to see you there!
#Diamondbacks #stemdugout #STEMLearning #btarboretum #natureeducation #planteducation #NatureForKids
Have you tried a jujube before? They`re yummiest when brown and slightly wrinkly and taste similar to dates! They are a favorite sweet treat for our local wildlife.
#jujube #jujubetree #wildfruit #aznature #plantlovers #plantfacts
Tickets are now on sale for Boyce Thompson Arboretum’s fourth annual Green Gala!
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars while supporting our mission to inspire appreciation and stewardship of desert plants, wildlife, and ecosystems through education, research, and conservation.
Surrounded by the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, you will enjoy fine dining, meaningful connections, and a special program put together just for you.
🗓️Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
🕛Time: 4:00-8:00pm
📍Location: Hill House Property
38815 E Arboretum Way
Superior, AZ 85713
Visit the link in our bio to get tickets today!
Something new is sprouting at the Arboretum!
Next time you visit us, you may notice a little extra dust in the Children`s Garden! It will be closed for a few months while under renovation, with an expected reopening in December 2026.
Some of the exciting changes include:
🌿Updating the existing pavilion into a more open outdoor classroom featuring flexible seating for children, caregivers, and school groups during programs and events.
🌿Integrated nature play elements to encourage curiosity, creativity, and unstructured explorations for kids.
🌿Curated spaces for new programming debuting with the re-opening of the garden.
Once complete, the Children`s Garden will offer an engaging destination for kids to discover, explore, and learn.
This project is made possible through the generous support of @resolutioncopper We look forward to sharing this updated space with you soon!
#childrensgarden #natureeducation #natureplay #OutdoorLearning #btarboretum
Summer blooms add a delightful splash of color to the desert landscape. Seeing something so light and dainty grow on a spiky cactus is a beautiful juxtoposition, reminding us that life can be found in the most unexpected places.
#desertblooms #summerblooms #cactusflowers #arizonaflowers #desertflowers #naturelovers
Do you love vultures? Come enjoy vulture themed activities for all ages Saturday, September 5th from 6:30 am-12:00 pm. Activities include:
🪶Vulture Watch Party
🪶Birding Crash Course
🪶Craft Table
🪶Vulture Discovery Table
No binoculars? No problem! Check out a pair of binoculars at our Welcome Center.
Best of all, it`s free with admission. We hope to see you there!
#VultureEducation #VultureAwarenessDay #turkeyvulture #birdlovers #BirdEducation #FamilyFun #thingstodoaz
Did you know the name "Boojum" comes from a Lewis Carroll poem?
In "The Hunting of the Snark," Lewis Carroll describes a boojum as a dangerous, mystical creature that causes victims to disappear. Because Fouquieria columnaris looks so strange and unusual, it became known as a Boojum Tree!
Fortunately the Boojum Tree will not cause you to disappear, so you can enjoy these Wondlerland-esque trees up close!
#boojumtree #fouquieriacolumnaris #plantfacts #deserttrees #desertplants #arizonaplants