Jun 222012
 
Spotted Gar - In the Land of Gar

Garland is truly the Land of Gar. This Spotted Gar was observed in the Rowlett Creek Nature Preserve in Garland, Texas. The fish was discovered having some difficulty trying to make his way upstream through shallow water over a rocky base. The gar was captured briefly, thoroughly examined, and then released a little further upstream

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Jun 222012
 
Plain-bellied Water Snake - Concealed

This Plain-bellied Water Snake was observed in the Rowlett Creek Nature Preserve in Garland, Texas. He was concealed among some fallen trees piled together after the last flash flood. Observations Details County – Dallas City – Garland Date – Jun 14, 2012 Time of Day – Noon Temperature – Hot (greater than 89°F/32°C) Weather -

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