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Welcome to my blog where fraud, lies and corruption are uncovered wherever they hide. Government, non-profits, media and corporations have many secrets and this is where they are exposed. This is where people go for the truth. There is a real need for more watchdog groups. Check out the Resources & Links page for links to find your federal reps, government agencies and other websites packed with important information. The About page has links to some of the testimony and interviews I've given over the years. It's not all bad news I do highlight people and organizations that genuinely contribute to the greater good and deserve recognition.
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Why do we love the Doves but hate the Pigeons?
By Staci-lee Sherwood Why do so many people think doves symbolize peace and love but equate pigeons with filth and trash? The irony is that all the trash in the parks comes from the human visitors not the pigeons. Our native doves like the Mourning and Ground Doves belong to the same family as the Rock pigeon, Columbidae. While the cooing of the Mourning Dove brings a smile to many the sight of Rock Pigeons often draws a negative reaction. While pigeons and doves may pr
Staci-lee Sherwood
Jul 64 min read
Silent Spring is already here despite 60 years of warnings
By Staci-lee Sherwood In 1962 biologist Rachel Carson wrote ‘Silent Spring’, a landmark cautionary tale on the dangers of pesticide use. Despite the past 60 years of warnings, studies and the creation of the EPA (environmental protection agency) her prediction has mostly come true. Growing up in New York winter was always more quiet but never silent, we still had winter birds. Spring came not just with a warming sun but with a cacophony of songs, chirps and squeaks from
Staci-lee Sherwood
Apr 286 min read
Death by window strike – millions of birds die this way but you can help save them with these tips
By Staci-lee Sherwood Every year billions of birds migrate from their winter home to their nesting grounds, and back again. For anyone who’s traveled long distances you know how exhausting and sometimes tedious the journey can be. When we travel to the same place we often use markers so we know we’re on the correct path. Birds do the same thing using a variety of navigational tools. Their flight paths might have been formed thousands, sometimes millions, of years ago by
Staci-lee Sherwood
Mar 157 min read
The story of Half-beak – her incredible will to survive and beat the odds
By Staci-lee Sherwood When most people think of Blue jays they probably don’t put them high on the list of birds they consider rare or spectacular. It’s estimated their global population is roughly 17 million, with over 80% living in the U.S. That might sound amazingly sustainable but you would be wrong. In recent years blue jay populations are on a downward trend with a global decrease about 27%. Predation by cats and dogs, pesticide use and logging of habitat are the
Staci-lee Sherwood
Mar 66 min read
Urban wildlife is all around us though often hidden
By Staci-lee Sherwood When people think of wildlife that live in their town or city they usually think of squirrels, small birds, raccoons and skunks. Plenty of other wildlife also eke out a living near people, but we don’t always see them. Some of those we know live nearby but rarely see are fox and coyote but many birds of prey have had to adapt to an ever developing world where trees and food are more abundant in cities. It’s not uncommon to find owls, hawks, falcons
Staci-lee Sherwood
Nov 2, 20259 min read
Is the American Flamingo making a comeback in Florida?
By Staci-lee Sherwood If you ever get the chance to see flamingos in the wild it’s a sight worth the travel. A group of them is called a flamboyance and their striking color, size and striking features do make for a flamboyant and memorable sight. There are now just 6 distinct species of flamingos left in the world, prior to 1900 there were more than 22: American flamingo: (also known as the Caribbean flamingo), Andean flamingo, Chilean flamingo, Greater flamingo, James'
Staci-lee Sherwood
Sep 30, 20259 min read
Trucks & Shorebirds don’t mix – time to ban this shameful Florida policy
By Staci-lee Sherwood What would summertime be without shorebirds dancing on the sand? Who hasn’t gone to the beach and smiled quietly watching shorebirds skim the water for food or seemingly try to out run the tide as it rolls in? Shorebirds of all species have been around for 10 of millions of years, long before humans showed up. Fossil records estimate that shorebirds made an appearance on Earth about 50 million years ago. Sadly their global population is in decline.
Staci-lee Sherwood
Jul 9, 20258 min read
Saving the Purple Martins from extinction in 2024
By Staci-lee Sherwood I bet you didn’t know that Purple Martins were in trouble and in need of our help to save them from extinction. Like most people, I had no idea about their lifecycle and how it centered on successful interactions with humans. Despite being around for millions of years, over time things drastically changed when they went from wild nesters to those that are dependent on humans for their very survival. I had the pleasure of meeting with Shelly Rozenberg
Staci-lee Sherwood
May 15, 20245 min read
Have we gone overboard on banding birds ?
By Staci-lee Sherwood I remember back when I was a kid it was a rare sighting to see a bird banded or a wolf wearing a radio collar. Nowadays these are more common sightings but how much good does this actually do? Keep in mind that when a bird is banded several people are involved in the process. Most of the time these people are paid and often it’s not just one group of people but a variety from different non profits or universities. Before a bird is banded: someone has
Staci-lee Sherwood
Oct 14, 20235 min read
A feather worth more than gold: history of hunting birds for the feather trade
By Staci-lee Sherwood At the turn of the 20th century bird feathers were worth more than gold. It’s hard to believe but true. History classes teach about those who traveled out west seeking fortune and fame panning for gold but little is said about the feather hunters. For many fortune hunters the gold they sought were pink and white and floated in the air. They also belonged to living creatures who would soon be hunted to near extinction. The use of feathers is centuries
Staci-lee Sherwood
Sep 17, 20234 min read
NEW PODCAST ! Saving the Heber Horses
About the show – Coming to you from All About Animals Radio. This show will help shine a light on issues that fly under the radar and...
Staci-lee Sherwood
Jan 17, 20231 min read
ANNIE AND THE LEGACY OF PLASTIC - a poem about our impact on nature
She greeted the morning with a yawn Wings stretched out to catch the wind As she soared through the air Her eyes glazed the land for food Annie the Anhinga was a bird Whose story is tragically common She had a mate She had a home She had freedom They had their courtship, made their nest Hoping like all parents The best for their chicks Life went on daily as planned The pair tended to their chicks Best they could in a hostile world They did not create She went out one morning
Staci-lee Sherwood
Dec 10, 20221 min read
EAGLE'S LANDING - a poem warning about their struggle against extinction
The icon of American freedom Once soared the skies In numbers too big to count But that is all changed now Much of their land has been taken Destroyed By those claiming ‘progress’ But for the eagle It just means homelessness Their food is now scarce Poisoned by pesticides Or killed by development Again because of ‘progress’ How can they survive Against the human machine Of self preservation That propels us to build a world of steel Where little else has value How can we treat
Staci-lee Sherwood
Nov 30, 20221 min read
Gardens of life
By Staci-lee Sherwood When most people envision a garden they think flowers, trees and grass. For centuries a formal garden was the ideal many strived to achieve. In 2022 gardening isn’t what it used to be, this isn’t your grandmother’s Sunday pastime anymore it’s for active people. The model of what gardens are have evolved too. Once thought to be just a pretty patch of color they now have grown into a backyard ecosystem. One of the fastest trending types of garden is on
Staci-lee Sherwood
Oct 12, 20225 min read
Conservation done right: saving land from developers for much loved Bald Eagles
By Staci-lee Sherwood During the 1950s the expression urban sprawl started to make its way into mainstream conversations. It would many more years before the ill effects of urban sprawl would become apparent. The city of Pembroke Pines in Florida, once agriculture land with dairy farms, experienced their own population boom and with it came sprawl and a race to develop. This small city has a story to tell of how it’s trying to tackle a big global problem of overdevelopment.
Staci-lee Sherwood
Jul 9, 20225 min read
Woodpeckers & Sapsuckers: nature’s amazing natural pest control
By Staci-lee Sherwood When people think of the most notable characteristic of woodpeckers it’s the hammering they do against trees, and sometimes against houses. Watching them one wonders how they manage to not get headaches from that fierce fast head banging. Another sign of woodpeckers are the telltale signs of holes and peeled bark on trees. Contrary to popular myth woodpeckers do not kill trees by making holes or nesting cavities. They have a symbiotic relationship with
Staci-lee Sherwood
Jun 8, 20225 min read
Trying to survive in a world made of plastic
By Staci-lee Sherwood The will to survive can help a species hang on against what seems like insurmountable odds. The battle against plastic cannot be won since it’s found in everything. From our food and water to clothing and medical devices, plastic touches nearly every aspect of our lives. This is also true for wildlife. Years ago it was a rare sight to see birds using plastic to make their nests. Trash on beaches and along the road typically was mostly paper and food
Staci-lee Sherwood
May 4, 20224 min read
Monarch Butterflies won’t be saved with stickers
By Staci-lee Sherwood How does a sticker on a butterfly save the species? In reality it doesn’t in fact very few tagged butterflies are ever recovered. If you’re into butterflies you’ve probably read how the monarch butterflies are in trouble. Their population has crashed from historically sustainable numbers and many fear they’re on the brink of extinction. As with any imperiled species there are many theories as to the cause and how best to prevent extinction. The progr
Staci-lee Sherwood
Apr 13, 20225 min read
Loving Hummingbirds to death: Why thousands die every year from deadly commercial nectar
By Staci-lee Sherwood There’s something magical about Hummingbirds. They are one of nature’s tiny engineering miracles. These amazing birds can fly vertical as well as horizontal. I’ve been lucky to have one hummingbird come to winter in my pollinator garden every year for the past six years. Every time they bring me a new understanding of the species while being able to identify different birds by their personality. Some were aggressive in guarding their territory chasin
Staci-lee Sherwood
Feb 2, 20224 min read
The benefits of attracting & living with wildlife
By Staci-lee Sherwood There’s a reason parents tell their kids to go outside and get some fresh air. Being outdoors among nature is a way for the body and mind to regenerate. For those who live in cold climates think how much you anticipate spring when you can open the windows and talk a walk without freezing. One of the main attractions for people moving to year round warm climates is the benefit of being outdoors and having a garden. There have been many stu
Staci-lee Sherwood
Dec 12, 20215 min read
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