CritterCam

NorCal Public Media is keeping an eye on critters! Here in the San Francisco Bay Area, we are surrounded by extraordinary nature and amazing wildlife, but our animal neighbors are not always easy to spot. Naturalist Tracey Simmons leads us on a tour to meet fascinating mammals, birds, and insects that are hard to see even though they are living right here with us. With the help of nature photographers and stealthy motion-activated trail cameras, we get an up-close view that Tracey shares fun facts about. Want to see shy river otters playing or hear how coyotes talk to each other? Watch CritterCam!
 
Tracey Simmons is a naturalist and science communicator. A graduate from San Jose State University’s Biological Sciences program, they have published research in the journal Ecology and Evolution and assisted with wildlife rehabilitation at Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley. Tracey is very interested in making the natural world accessible to young people.
 
 
Owls CritterCam

Owls CritterCam

Owls have the super power of tremendous vision, because their eyes have a special shape. Host Tracey Simmons explains. Video contributor: Paul Martin Host sequences were recorded at San Pedro Valley C...
Bobcat CritterCam

Bobcat CritterCam

If you see a cat out in nature that has a really short tail and one white spot on each ear...it's a bobcat! Learn more with host Tracey Simmons. Video contributors: Paul Comish, Sonoma County Regional...
Gray Fox CritterCam

Gray Fox CritterCam

Gray foxes are relatives of our familiar friend, the dog. But they live in the wild and have a special way of planting seeds that helps the environment. Learn more with host Tracey Simmons. Video cont...
Bird Beaks CritterCam

Bird Beaks CritterCam

Different kinds of beaks let our favorite feathered friends get their jobs done in ways that are unique to their own species. Host Tracey Simmons explains. Video contributor: Paul Martin Host sequence...
Coyote CritterCam

Coyote CritterCam

Coyotes are wild animals that are fun to watch, but good to give plenty of space. Critter Cam host Tracey Simmons explains.
Mountain Lion CritterCam

Mountain Lion CritterCam

Mountain lions can be found in almost all of California's parks and open spaces. Join host Tracey Simmons to learn more.
Deer CritterCam

Deer CritterCam

Young black-tailed deer change as they grow up, just like us! Host Tracey Simmons explains.
Pipevine Butterfly CritterCam

Pipevine Butterfly CritterCam

Pipevine butterflies have a special relationship with one particular plant. Host Tracey Simmons explains.

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