Polyester Bee – A Native Bee that Makes Plastic
This afternoon while photographing the tiny golden flowers of Aromatic Sumac I got this shot of a native bee. I didn’t know what they were and asked around. Mike Arduser … Continued
Tick Treatment
Today was “Tick Treatment” Day at the PGT. Every year in early spring I dip all of our outdoor clothing in permethrin to prevent tick and chigger bites. I prefer … Continued
First Warbler of the Year
Walking along Hiller’s Creek this morning I heard my first Warbler of the year; a Louisiana Waterthrush. They are drab for a Warbler but their loud ringing song is wonderful:
H is for Hawk
I’m just finishing “H is for Hawk” by Helen Macdonald. I’m surprised by the amount of positive press the book is getting considering it is about a woman training a … Continued
Gadwalls Flying
I startled a small flock of ducks this afternoon as I walked around Potter’s Lake. They circled over a few times so that I could capture a few shots. My … Continued
First Phoebe!
Heard my first Phoebe today. Another sure sign of spring. He was at the barn scouting out sites for a nest. Their song is very common around the buildings here … Continued
My Favorite Wildflower Nursery
Missouri Wildflower Nursery is my favorite place to get plants so I was honored when they asked to use my picture on the cover of this years catalog. The picture … Continued
The Sounds of Spring
Tonight after sunset we walked out onto the prairie and found ourselves surrounded by at least a dozen male Woodcocks performing their mating ritual. After calling from the ground for … Continued
Bald Eagles at the PGT
Twice this week we’ve spotted mature Bald Eagles flying over the Prairie Garden Trust. In 1970 when we moved here we never saw eagles. Over time we are starting to … Continued
Clouded Sulphur Butterfly
Clouded Sulphur, Colias philodice Today I’m finding butterflies feeding on the Maximillian Sunflower. These tall plants with yellow flowers can be found scattered over many of the prairie areas here at the … Continued