A very gorgeous dragonfly. If you enlarge the picture by clicking on it, you can see some cool detail on his wings. (Credit: Jeff)
A teeny butterfly resting on the trail. I've gotten good at spotting small things...and then telling Jeff to take a picture of them. (Credit: Jeff)
A bright orange salamander that I was almost convinced was fake...but it wasn't. I poked it to be sure. (Credit: Theresa)
A very lovely butterfly. We've seen many different types but most aren't so kind as to hold still like this one did. (Credit: Jeff)
A heron hangs out on the edge of a marsh at Blackwater Nature Preserve. (Credit: Theresa)
This tiny bird's nest was simply amazing. Those birds sure know how to build things.(Credit: Jeff)
A something-pede. I didn't get to count all of his legs, but there are a lot. (Credit: Jeff)
A wood frog. We've found a lot of these on our hikes, most fairly small. This guy is a bit bigger than most. (Credit: Jeff)
Poked it? Really? PETA is going to be after your ass.
ReplyDeleteI like the orange salamander the best.
ReplyDeleteImagine you're an innocent little salamander enjoying the sun while stretching out on a rock when all of a sudden a giant comes by and pokes you!
ReplyDeletehe he, I probably would have done the same thing... just a gentle nudge to see if he'd move
I think even the wee salamander realized Theresa is no giant =).
ReplyDeleteI would just like to add that on different hikes in the area we have also come across deer and a black bear.
ReplyDeleteDon't forget the rattlesnake, Gregory, on the same day as the bear. Big day.
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