On my way up to the North Texas Master Naturalist board meeting, I stopped by this park near the Trinity River. Spotted some pretty cool stuff!
The 4th annual moth night at John Bunker Sands! Around 75 folks showed up, and so did the bugs -- SO MANY BUGS. The aquatic beetles were quite intense, especially on the boardwalk, but several other interesting critters showed up too. :)
On my walk to the restroom, I spotted a few critters!
Elizabeth and I went to west Texas this weekend for the Texas Shop Hop (fabric and quilt store stuff), and we stopped at several places along the way.
We went to Davis Mountains State Park and had such a great time. It was already windy and chilly, but we sure enjoyed camping here and documenting lots of neat things. :)
Elizabeth and I went to west Texas this weekend for the Texas Shop Hop (fabric and quilt store stuff), and we stopped at several places along the way.
We went to Davis Mountains State Park and had such a great time. It was already windy and chilly, but we sure enjoyed camping here and documenting lots of neat things. :)
What a wonderful day at the Post Oak Preserve with the Texas Nature Trackers and several other naturalists -- we documented a LOT of great things today!
Went on a bit of a walk to the northern part of the camp while the kids were in school. Spotted even more cool things! :)
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/90830-trip-to-middle-east-wow
Was feeling quite tired this afternoon, and the kids were in school, so I went over to the lake just by myself to take it easy. Enjoyed some quiet time! :)
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/90830-trip-to-middle-east-wow
My nephew, niece, and I went again to the lake to explore some more! This time, we went along the north side -- spotted neat stuff!
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/90830-trip-to-middle-east-wow
This day felt a lot like "Saudi Arabia" to me -- my sister, niece, and I went to Judah's Thumb. Incredible area -- such cool organisms!!!
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/90830-trip-to-middle-east-wow
This day felt a lot like "Saudi Arabia" to me -- my sister, niece, and I went to Judah's Thumb. Incredible area -- such cool organisms!!!
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/90830-trip-to-middle-east-wow
This day felt a lot like "Saudi Arabia" to me -- my sister, niece, and I went to Judah's Thumb. Incredible area -- such cool organisms!!!
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/90830-trip-to-middle-east-wow
Elizabeth and I went on a long road trip to Philadelphia! We made a whole slew of stops along the way too. :)
We stayed at a place just outside of Vicksburg, and I put up the black-lights!
Location approximate.
What a wonderful time I had with fellow TPWD folks at a staff meeting this week! Had a really cool opportunity to do some black-lighting with Ross and others at Albert and Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area. Didn't stay out too long (so dry!), but a few cool things did show up.
Went over to Tandy Hills a bit this afternoon -- always fun to do some bug-hunting here! :)
My last day in Washington DC, and I was so lucky to spend some time in the field with Carrie and Natalie! We went over to Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens. Super interesting spot!
After the Wildlife Society Meeting, I went a tiny bit north of Spokane to this natural area. It was super cool but quite amazing! :)
Had a wonderful afternoon with my dad on the land -- quite a few bugs out today! :)
Mitu Cachivera, Ceima Cachivera, Urania, Santa Cruz, Mitu, Vaupes, Colombia.
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Date: 24 Mar 2014
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Photo: Carl Downing
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Awaiting the perch pond to be stocked... :)
Went over to do some black-lighting at Tandy Hills this evening -- didn't stay long because of thunder and lightening! Spotted a few cool things this evening nonetheless. :)
Photo credit to my husband Michael Matuson
Photo credit to my husband Michael Matuson
Lovely weather outside today, so I visited a few parks in Arlington! :)
As we were walking the edge of the stream, we saw this young man hook the fish. He allowed me to photograph it before releasing it back into the water.
This was amazing to see! I had no idea there were "bee" assasin bugs. If you look closely, you can see at least 7 smaller flies? on the captured bee. Adding images of smaller creatures as separate observation.
Bittern?
BB that has been at Lake Grapevine for the last week and a half. Finally close enough for some pics.
Monahans Sandhills State Park is such an incredibly unique place. Had such a blast exploring the area, despite the warmer temps.
Another GHO "guarding" a bridge watching the swallows emerge
Photo credit to my husband, Michael Matuson.
Two baby squirrels - just too cute! I know they’ll probably be in our yard eating all our pears before long, but who needs pears anyway?
After a good meeting about greenways and connecting trails in Kennedale, I stopped by Sonora Park -- lots of good habitat here!
Stopped by the parents' place and spotted a few birds too.
What a nice morning -- big time thanks to Taylor for letting me check out the black-throated blue warbler that's sticking around his place. Stopped briefly at Harry Moss Park too.
At lunch I went to look for some birds at Village Creek Drying Beds. I found some. :)
At lunch I went to look for some birds at Village Creek Drying Beds. I found some. :)
The owl is back on his/her favorite tree. Time is actually 5:49 - Had to fix Daylight savings time.
We stopped by Bentsen Rio Grande Valley State park just briefly as well.
Ate lunch at this really scenic spot -- lots of birds and critters too!
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/25760-costa-rica-wow
Went to go looking for quetzals! Our guide Jimmy knew exactly where to go -- we spotted about 9 individuals and I got photos of a few of them. We spotted other cool stuff too. :) ID's still pending...
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/25760-costa-rica-wow
Went to go looking for quetzals! Our guide Jimmy knew exactly where to go -- we spotted about 9 individuals and I got photos of a few of them. We spotted other cool stuff too. :) ID's still pending...
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/25760-costa-rica-wow
Went to go looking for quetzals! Our guide Jimmy knew exactly where to go -- we spotted about 9 individuals and I got photos of a few of them. We spotted other cool stuff too. :) ID's still pending...
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/25760-costa-rica-wow
After seeing some quetzals in the AM, we went on this nature trail by the Trogon Lodge. Great fun! I've got lots of work to ID these. Stay tuned!
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/25760-costa-rica-wow
After seeing some quetzals in the AM, we went on this nature trail by the Trogon Lodge. Great fun! I've got lots of work to ID these. Stay tuned!
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/25760-costa-rica-wow
The Trogon Lodge is an amazingly beautiful place! Spotted some neat birds, plants, and several bugs. Still working on the ID's...
https://www.inaturalist.org/journal/sambiology/25760-costa-rica-wow
After presenting at the Heard Museum this morning, I stopped at this park for lunch on the way back.
Had some great fun with folks on a nature walk and iNaturalist demonstration.
Had a great time with some folks surveying this area in Grapevine -- great habitat here!
My first birds in the bluebird house.