I took this photograph of a small cottontail rabbit earlier this year. It’s actually an Eastern Cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus), one of the most common rabbit species in North America. We have ideal habitat for them and we see them frequently. … Continue reading →
I went on a short hike this afternoon even though it is quite hot. The current temperature is 101. It’s not bad if you’re in the shade, but the sun is a killer. I’ve been indoors all weekend, working on … Continue reading →
The Prickly Pear cactus (Opuntia) fruits are ripening right now. The fruits are edible and you can find many recipes for preparing them. They can be eaten raw and also made into jelliies and drinks. The pads are also edible … Continue reading →
A couple of years ago we were able to go on a guided hike along Onion Creek to see the karst features. Our tour guide was Kevin Thuesen, Ph.D., Program Manager for the City of Austin Water Quality Protection Lands. … Continue reading →
The katydids (Tettigonidae) are out right now although not nearly in the numbers of recent years. They start calling in the evening and will go all night. Their calls are a chirping sound, similar to crickets. They seem to go … Continue reading →