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American shad head downstream on the Potomac
October 15, 2026
were recorded on 2026-10-08 in Potomac Heights, Maryland and on 2026-10-02 in Charles County, along the Potomac watershed. Anadromous shad are moving downstream in early October as they migrate from their summer open-water feeding grounds to estuaries for overwintering; their spawning runs upriver occur the following spring.
Autumn meadowhawk still on the wing in Lorton
October 15, 2026
was recorded on 2026-10-09 in Lorton, Virginia, continuing late-season emergence into October. This dragonfly exhibits extended phenology into fall months when aquatic conditions remain suitable for adult emergence from nymphal development.
Black bear spotted in Lorton neighborhood
October 15, 2026
An was recorded October 8 in a residential neighborhood in Lorton. Bears are expanding their range through green corridors into Fairfax County suburbs as populations rebound and young males disperse seeking territory, with conflict calls in suburban counties up nearly 40% over the past three years.
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