Reilly Pond Ecosystem
This artwork was created for a kiosk at Reilly Pond in the Wilson M. Powell Sanctuary in Columbia County, NY, to highlight the pond's ecosystem. Included species are:
- Red Maple (leaf and seeds)
- Black Willow (leaf)
- Belted Kingfisher
- Common Green Darner
- Great Blue Heron
- Wood Frog
- Broad-leaved Cattail
- Northern Water Snake
- Snapping Turtle
- Elm leaf Beetle
- Glossy Pillar
- Great Duckweed
- Cinnamon Fern
- Philonotis
- Algae
- Beaver
The Wilson M. Powell Sanctuary is owned by the Alan Devoe Bird Club. It was donated in 1959 by Elsie K. Powell, Sr. in memory of her late husband, after whom the sanctuary is named. Their daughter, Elsie K. Powell, Jr., and other generous donors have since given additional land. Today, the sanctuary totals 145 acres, dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of birds and other wildlife.
The Alan Devoe Bird Club is a non-profit organization that encourages birding and wildlife conservation in Columbia County. Its educational mission is supported by charitable donations and dues from its members. To learn more about the ADBC and to become a member, please visit www.alandevoebirdclub.org.