Two of a kind the Monarch Butterfly and its beautiful host plant Milkweed. It is well understood that loss Milkweed results in decreased numbers of Monarch Butterflies. A recent study by Bret Elderd and Matthew Faldyn from Louisiana State University suggest climate change can alter the chemical composition of Milkweed making it poisonous to Monarchs. […] …
The ball is here somewhere…
Linc loves his tennis balls. Sometimes though, he thinks mom should retrieve said balls... Staring at mom, then staring into the woods is his way of asking for assistance.
The cutest smackdown ever
#Puppies Pictures, #Animal Pictures, #Cute Dog Picture via Pet Pics — The Mutts Blog
Countryside — Le Drake Noir
Life in the countryside always looks so idyllic, at least seen at a distance. via Countryside — Le Drake Noir
Monkey Bird
Okay, I know I'm not a monkey, but I do like to monkey around! Mom says I'm a swinger... I'm not sure of this moniker mom, I've heard it has a salacious connotation, hee hee. I'm just a silly bird who likes to have fun 🙂 Keito the Blue Headed Pionus
Hue are you?
Vincent van Gogh tried, Monet got close, but Mother Nature's paintbrush is like no other artist. The hues of summer are vibrant and alive, the variety and range of colour is astounding.
The Maxi Pi Factor
If you've been reading my blog for any length of time, you know I have a deep affection for Pionus Parrots. And I'm sure many know that I'm owned by two Pi - Keito and Abby. While Keito gets most of the airtime and social media splash, Abby, the Maximillian Pionus, is content to remain …
Bird’s ID – Indigo Bunting — H.J. Ruiz – Avian101
Indigo Bunting The indigo bunting (Passerina cyanea) is a small seed-eating bird in the cardinal family, Cardinalidae. It is migratory, ranging from southern Canada to northern Florida during the breeding season, and from southern Florida to northern South America during the winter. It often migrates by night, using the stars to navigate. Its habitat is […] …
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Emerging
Hidden beneath soil, shrouded in mystery You began pushing up Up to the sun Growing higher, higher I wait impatiently for you I watch You unfurl so slowly Disguising your glory Not much longer now I wait to gaze upon your beauty Emerging Soon, soon, you will be here Dahlia
A Celebration
Daylilies (Hemerocallis) are one of the most versatile and hardy plant species for the Ontario garden. Their cheerful colours and range of sizes offer something for anyone looking to brighten a sun or sun/shade spot in the garden. I've spent years collecting different varieties, and then eagerly awaiting each to unfurl in the early, mid …
The Northern Herper 
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