The Eyes Have It! Why Is It That Raptors Have Such Great Vision? Many expressions are used to extol the incredible vision of raptors. Most of us have used the phrase “Hawk-eyed”, or know someone we refer to as having an “Eagle Eye”. And then, there is the oft-quoted football field analogy … “A Golden…
It’s All About The Birds Many different species of birds have been reported on More Mesa in the past few weeks. In addition to our year-round residents: White Tailed Kites, Red Tailed Hawks, Red Shouldered Hawks and Kestrels, winter visitors are already arriving, as evidenced by the presence of Northern Harrier, Sharp-shinned Hawk and Say’s…
Stories of More Mesa Last month we shared one of our “Stories of More Mesa”; stories that tell the world what More Mesa means to the people who cherish it. This month we present a second story, a different story, but the same theme. (If you, too, have a story you would like to share,…
Stories of More Mesa Over the past year or so, we have been collecting stories from folks who regularly use More Mesa. These stories describe what More Mesa means to those who cherish it. This month we share one of our most favorite ones with you. (If you, too, have a story you would like…
People The More Mesa Preservation Coalition is pleased to announce that Dan Gira has rejoined the Board of Directors of the MMPC. And, in addition to being a Board member, Dan has agreed to assume the post of Vice-President as well. Welcome back Dan! Birds Although we do not have our regular winter raptor visitors…