Quincy & June are working on their friendship Quincy: Hey, you like looking out here, too? June: When I have nothing better to do. June: One day, you’ll learn Quincy: No, one day you’ll learn this is my favorite sleeping place … [Read more...]
Toads survive drought
I've been worried this summer because we haven't seen many toads. Good news! Saw 1 small and 4 large today. … [Read more...]
Walking Stick
This guy was sitting on the patio door when I came home today! … [Read more...]
Summer Toad Photo & a Cool Insect
Here's a nice summer toad photo. We haven’t been home as much as in previous year’s and have not seen as many toads, but they are still around. We are growing a few container vegetables this year and I spotted this very well camouflaged insect recently. Can you … [Read more...]
Passing Along Information About Bat Conservation International
So, I try not to use this blog as a soapbox, but all of us birders and backyard wildlife enthusiasts need to get concerned about bats. White Nose Syndrome is a real threat to bat populations. Bats are a very important part of the balance in our ecosystem. I … [Read more...]
Rescued a Wood Frog
We recently did some work on the entrance to our crawl space. We haven’t yet finished and put a cover on it, so it is a bit of a toad trap. When we let the dog out, we try and check the trap and make sure that no toads or frogs have accidentally jumped in the … [Read more...]