Zoom Presentation on May 31 – Restoring Jaguars to the American Southwest by Michael J. Robinson

Jaguar conservation efforts in the Southwest are important to helping to protect the complex ecosystem so important to humanity. The Chihuahuan Desert Education Coalition will sponsor a special virtual presentation by Michael J. Robinson of the Center for Biological Diversity on regional efforts to help bring back jaguars on Wednesday evening, May 31, 6:30pm Mountain …

Biodiversity of the Castner Range, a delicate balance

By Rick LoBello, Board Member Now that the Castner Range has been designated a National Monument it is important for our community to understand the fascinating biodiversity of the Franklin Mountains. The Castner Range National Monument section of the Franklin Mountains is connected to the lands that surround it including private and public lands like …

How wildlife is impacted by climate change – the plight of the Grey-headed Albatross

Helping people connect the dots between climate change and their quality of life is a big challenge, mainly because many have not been able to see how climate change is impacting their daily lives.   Here at the Chihuahuan Desert Education Coalition we plan to report to you on how our quality of life is impacted …

Snakes on the move!

Western diamondback rattlesnake By Rick LoBello, Board Member Late summer rains here in the Chihuahuan Desert are once again bringing out all kinds of snakes. A couple of years ago I came across a five-foot diamondback rattlesnake crossing the road near the Westside Open Reserve at the Community Park. Bullsnake Many people when they see …