Monhegan is a Hotspot for Birdwatchers

Monhegan is a popular stop for migrating birds during the spring, summer, and fall. Birdwatchers often report seeing a wide variety of species during their visits. The Yellow-Crowned Night Heron, pictured above, is rarely found in Maine during breeding season, but was spotted on Monhegan this month! Plan a trip to Monhegan so you can […]

The Strange Background of the Ghost Pipe Plant

Have you ever wondered how Ghost Pipes (Monotropa uniflora) get their ghostly complexion? In contrast to lush green plants of the forest, Ghost Pipes lack chlorophyll, which is a green pigment that’s essential for the conversion of sunlight to energy in photosynthesis. Instead, Ghost Pipes are parasitic; they feed off of neighboring fungi. This allows […]