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A couple sleepy hound dogs

May 22, 2010 Elizabeth

My basset hounds, sleeping on the couch.  Chip loves being so close to Quincy. … [Read more...]

Dogs Basset Hound, Chip, Quincy

One night, Two Toads

May 21, 2010 Elizabeth

So, I haven’t been home much during daylight hours and therefore, haven’t seen a lot of birds.  But, I have been spotting quite a few toads in the evenings.  Here are 2 different toads I saw tonight. … [Read more...]

Toads American Toad, Toads

Passing Along Information About Bat Conservation International

May 19, 2010 Elizabeth

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...]

Bats, Blogging, Summer Bat Conservation International, Bats, Gray Bat, White Nose Syndrome

American Toad Photos

May 19, 2010 Elizabeth

I spotted another American Toad (bufo americanus).  Had an opportunity for a few great shots. … [Read more...]

Toads Toads

Michigan Basset Waddle 2010

May 16, 2010 Elizabeth

Steve, Quincy, Chip & I all headed out this morning to participate in the Michigan Basset Rescue’s Basset Hound Waddle in Birmingham, MI. This was our first time attending and I am SO glad that we went.  Steve and I waited for the shuttle for a while, but we ended … [Read more...]

Dogs, Events Basset Hound, Basset Hound Waddle

American Toad Pictures 2010

April 30, 2010 Elizabeth

Above is an American toad in the yard, near the side door.  We’ve been seeing a few toads this year, but not a lot too close to the house yet.  Steve has seen some while mowing.  Here’s the toad along with measurement information. … [Read more...]

Toads American Toad, Bufo americanus

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