NOTE - All snakes in this post were left in nature unharmed as we found them. Also, all of these snakes are perfectly harmless. Please don't hurt snakes or tell others to do it! They are an important part of the environment. Steve spotted 5 total snakes today! We didn't … [Read more...]
Spring Sighting – Eastern Towhee
I spotted the towhee out the window, so these aren't the greatest pics, but I love seeing all of our migrators coming back! Starting to feel like spring has really sprung! … [Read more...]
Spring Sighting – Spotted Salamander
Duke had Steve up at 3:30am to go out & he saw this guy on our side porch. He came & got me up because he thought it was the same salamander we rescued last week from the egress. However, it turns out it is our 2nd species of salamander we've seen for 2023. Last week was … [Read more...]
Spring Sighting – First Blooms!
We planted a LOT of flowers & shrubs last year & one new tree. We are starting to see the first signs of life! We have daffodils blooming and tulips sprouting! … [Read more...]
Sharp Shinned Hawk catches Tufted Titmouse
Steve was watching the birds in the backyard and saw everyone fly away. Then, a large bird chased a tufted titmouse right into the side of the house. Then, to Steve's surprise, the hawk landed right there by our back door. Right where the dogs go out to get his prey situated. … [Read more...]