Summertime Updates

Despite the stifling heat, Kartchner Caverns State Park is still bustling with life! Agave stalks are reaching towards the sky, lizards and snakes are soaking up the sun’s rays, and birds are flitting about in the early mornings. Even the nighttime critters are out and about, enjoying the fleeting reprieve from the heat. iNaturalist observations can be made any time of day!

If you decide to explore during the heat of the day, make sure to take the necessary precautions before going outside. We recommend sunscreen, breathable clothing, a hat, and sunglasses. And don’t forget to bring plenty of water!

As we continue into the summer, we look forward to the exciting observations that will be made—all of which help us better understand the diversity of species in Kartchner Caverns State Park. Thank you for your help and time, and stay cool out there!

*We would also like to give a shoutout to two projects that need your help: Southwest Monarch Study Sightings and Western Monarch Milkweed Mapper. Both iNaturalist projects are interested in monarch and milkweed observations, which will allow scientists to better understand monarchs in conjunction with ongoing conservation efforts. Please visit the following links for more information:

https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/southwest-monarch-study-sightings
https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/western-monarch-milkweed-mapper

Posted on June 25, 2019 06:43 PM by lgkartchner