Dewy Spider Webs
We took our dogs for a hike this morning. It was cool and a bit foggy. Very soon after walking through our rear gate, I spotted this small spider web. Even though only about two inches long, it was easy … Continue reading →
Monthly Archives: January 2013
Gorillas grin ‘to reassure friends’
I like that we’re always learning ways in which animals exhibit behavior that was once considered to be exclusively human. It reminds me that we are part of nature; closely related to and intricately linked to our fellow creatures. From … Continue reading →
Charro Ranch Park Bird Viewing Station
I attended a very special dedication ceremony yesterday at Charro Ranch Park in Dripping Springs. It was the opening of a new bird viewing station at the park. A bird viewing station provides a place for you to sit and … Continue reading →
A Bobcat Visits Again
Our game camera caught a bobcat (Lynx rufus) again recently. In addition to this capture on the morning of January 2nd, the camera also spotted one on the 4th and the 5th. I estimate it’s about 2 feet high, at … Continue reading →
Giant squid filmed in Pacific depths, Japan scientists report
Here’s a recent news item that you might find interesting. I like the reference to a kraken. How often do you see that in the news? Please note the creature was filmed at about a third of a mile down … Continue reading →