More finds in the dry creek

More finds in the dry creek

After finding the Gordian Worms we did a bit more exploring. Down and then up the creek a short distance we went. Another good drive-about! Parachuting beavers created a fire-resistant wetland Anna Atkins: pioneering botanical photographer who captured algae and ferns in ghostly blue images Rare Pink Bird Spotted in Wisconsin for the First Time…

Bees and Hold Your Breath

Bees and Hold Your Breath

Going out to explore nature leads to all kinds of new observations. And of course I learn new things about our fellow creatures! However my plan for the day was to observe a colony of Chimney Bees (Emphorini) that I had located last year. I took my time getting close to the colony. I was…

Two Snakes

Two Snakes

Today will be photos and movies from Jeanne and Anonymous (ie Jim). Both got a real treat that they are sharing with us! Next up was Jeanne’s find while she had been out in the kayak. It was a Diamondback Water Snake (Nerodia rhombifer) that had caught a catfish! Second movie! Third movie! Jeanne said…