Animal life In Moralea’s Meadow
The Meadow hosts a variety of animals, including non-native deer and rabbits. Our fencing is fortified to keep out rabbits, but we would need a 6-foot fence to prevent the entry of deer. There is an impressive nest of thatching ants that is at least 20 years old. Many types of pollinators visit the flowers including native bumble bees and the non-native honeybees. Other species include birds and tree frogs. We anticipate that more species will seek refuge during migration or come to live in the Meadow as the plants become better established.
Animal and insect species you’ll find in the meadow
| Photo | Common name | Scientific name (links to more information) |
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Thatching Ant | Formica obscuripes |
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Bumble Bee | Bombus sp. |
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Townsend's vole | Microtus townsendii |
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Sparky the Firehall cat | Sparky is an outdoor cat that visits us in the Meadow. We enjoy his presence in general but he and other outdoor cats wreak havoc on wildlife. |