The Hickory Horned Devil is our largest caterpillar, harmless despite its looks, and a sign of healthy habitat on the island.
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Join the Fishers Island Library at Nature Days
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Join us on July 18 for an evening panel featuring researchers and Conservancy staff sharing updates on biodiversity, restoration work, and ongoing projects across Fishers Island.
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Insect Catching and ID with Expert Entomologists
by Anna White135 viewsCome explore the amazing world of insects with expert entomologists Bryan Danforth and Marina Caillaud (Cornell University)
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Moth Night Into The Lights at the Parade Grounds
by Anna White134 viewsLove nature and bugs? Come join entomologist Dr. Adam Mitchell and our awesome FIRST team for a chill evening of insect discovery at the Parade Grounds!We’ll be setting up big white …
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As the summer progresses, the shorebird nesting season on island is winding down. This year’s monitoring included a mix of hopeful success and continued challenges. Here’s an overview of what …
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Sunday, July 20, 2025 | 4:00 PMFI Movie Theater & via Zoom The Fishers Island Conservancy is proud to co-host a special presentation by Dr. Doug Tallamy, leading entomologist, conservationist, …
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A concerned community member recently reached out after discovering a snapping turtle trapped in a fenced enclosure near their HVAC condensers while attempting to nest.We are here for a quick …
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The Fishers Island Conservancy is helping Fishers Island Waste Management District get people buzzing about why bees are so important to the ecosystem and what are the non-lethal ways to …
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On Sunday, June 15th, the Fishers Island Research and Survey Team (FIRST) conducted a standardized bird survey as part of its ongoing biodiversity monitoring efforts. Following Audubon’s established point count methodology, …