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9 Bermuda Edibles to Forage and Enjoy
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9 Bermuda Edibles to Forage and Enjoy

When the loquats come out in February, so do the old jam and preserving jars. Even though Bermuda’s typical lifestyle is now more suburban than rural, many of us still make loquat jam or chutney, not to mention loquat liqueur. And when the Surinam cherries are ready for picking, they too are transformed into jellies, while Bermuda’s oranges and lemons are excellent for marmalade. Other less obvious fruits, plants and grasses growing in Bermuda are also edible in one form…


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Bermuda Beasts: 7 Facts About Lionfish

Where might you meet them? Throughout Bermuda's waters, from shallow reefs, to up to 300m below the surface. Lionfish are native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans, and are often kept as aquarium pets.Lionfish were introduced to the Atlantic ocean…


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How To Explore the South Shore Beaches Like a Naturalist

The sandy coast is an ecosystem in and of itself. Its basis are the sand dunes – as sand is pushed onto beaches from the sea, it dries quickly, and is moved farther up the shore by winds. Higher up…


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Field Notes: Monstera Deliciosa

This article was taken from our archives. It first appeared in the February 1952 issue of The Bermudian. It appears here exactly as it did originally. The botanical name of a plant is never readily accepted by the average person,…


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Guide to: Sand Dune Exploration

Beach dunes are the most iconic part of Bermuda, making up our sandy beaches and providing the corridor into our beautiful blue waters. They are always thriving with tourist activity, as well as biological and geological activity. Where To Go…

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Trees That Go Above and Below: A Guide to Mangrove Exploration

Mangroves are some of the most productive ecosystems on the planet. They capitalise on below water and above water space, attracting a myriad of marine life as well as breeding waterfowl. Get ready for an adventure with our guide to…