Phenology Talkbacks

During the week of Nov. 18, 2025, we enjoy reports of new ice, Northern Lights, and a close-up look at a shrike's (in)digestion. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Nov. 11, 2025, we enjoy reports of a muskrat on the playground, Northern Lights above Duluth, and more. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Nov. 4, 2025, we enjoy reports of Snow Buntings, busy squirrels, and overwintering insects. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Oct. 28, 2025, we enjoy reports of falling leaves, the arrival of Snow Buntings, and more. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Oct. 21, 2025, we enjoy reports of hooting Barred Owls, snoozy bears and star-struck stadium bugs. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Oct. 14, 2025, we enjoy reports of the first frost, migrating monarchs, and milkweed pods opening. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Oct. 7, 2025, we enjoy reports of giant puffball mushrooms and the season's first frost. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Sept. 30, 2025, we enjoy reports of wandering skunks, diverse fungi, and migrating birds. Phenology Coordinator Charlie Mitchell responds.

During the week of Sept. 23, 2025, we enjoy reports of black bears, migrating insects, and skunks scrounging for grubs. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the week of Sept. 16, 2025, we enjoy the first batch of reports from the school year. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.