Monthly Archives: May 2020

Morning Dew

Posted on May 31, 2020 by jackdodson

There is often significant dew on the prairie plants early in the morning. I caught it with some strong back light this morning. I amplified the texture in post processing. Maybe too much, but I like this. Hope you do … Continue reading →

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Prothonotary Warbler Taking Flight

Posted on May 28, 2020 by jackdodson

As long as these birds will let me get close, I am going to keep taking pictures.

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Green Heron (Butorides virescens)

Posted on May 28, 2020 by jackdodson

They look more purple than green to me. This guy was out in the open snacking on little frogs. He did not seem to mind me as long as I stayed in my Suburban. Often, they are more motionless and … Continue reading →

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Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron radicans)

Posted on May 28, 2020 by jackdodson

Not a popular plant. This is a photo of new growth. I liked the red hues against the green background. This plant is thick on our farm. I try to keep it out of the plantings around the house, but … Continue reading →

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Northern Parula Singing

Posted on May 28, 2020 by jackdodson

This guy was singing away on his perch. If you look closely you can actually see his little tongue.  

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Perennial Lupine (Lupinus perennis) with Bee

Posted on May 28, 2020 by jackdodson

I am not sure that this plant is technically native to Missouri, but I like it. I think it is a remote cousin of Texas Bluebonnets which are also a Lupine. Regardless, the bees seem to like it.  

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Alligator Snapping Turtle (Macrochelys temminckii)

Posted on May 28, 2020 by jackdodson

These are very large turtles. This one was in the grass in between two frog ponds. He was not in the best of light, but I snapped a picture just to document him. These guys will lie motionless on the … Continue reading →

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Male Prothonotary Warbler Singing

Posted on May 28, 2020 by jackdodson

I apologize if people are getting bored with all of the prothonotary posts, but I love these little birds and they are letting me get close enough to take some decent photos. I have three nesting pairs using my beatboxes. … Continue reading →

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Male Northern Parula (Setophaga americana)

Posted on May 27, 2020 by jackdodson

This guy is living in the same general area as the prothonotary warblers on my farm. It is a lowland area near a creek and a wetland area that I have created just above the flood plane. I am fairly … Continue reading →

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Blue-gray Gnatcatcher (Polioptila cerulea)

Posted on May 26, 2020 by jackdodson

This is a fun little bird that I am seeing on my farm. They actually steal food from spider nests and also use the web material to build their nests.

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