jjvanmAug 6, 20232 minTangles of seagrass, algae swirl in the shallow surfPublished August 5, 2023 in the McAllen Monitor Story and photos by Anita Westervelt Nothing says summer like wading carefree in the surf...
jjvanmAug 6, 20234 minAnita’s Blog – Artistry of NatureArt follows life or does life follow art? Whichever you chose to believe, you’re not alone – it’s an age-old controversy – or perhaps...
jjvanmJul 20, 20234 minAnita’s Blog – Dog Days of SummerThe dog days of summer. Right on time. The hottest time of the year is mid-July to mid-August in the northern hemisphere – hot, sultry,...
jjvanmJul 15, 20233 minNational Moth Week 2023The global even runs July 22 - 30 Published July 15, 2023, in the McAllen Monitor Story and photos by Anita Westervelt, Texas Master...
Joseph ConnorsJul 3, 20232 minWhat is a Poop Moth?Poop mimicry is an effective survival strategy found across many taxa, from insects to amphibians to reptiles. Often referred to as fecal...