This large Barn Spider (possibly a Neoscona crucifera) was found feasting upon the remains of this web-ensnared katydid. The gruesome, but intriguing, scene was photographed in the Joppa Preserve area of the Great Trinity Forest in Dallas, Texas. Observations Details County – Dallas City – Dallas Date – Jun 24, 2012 Time of Day -
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Red Swamp Crayfish are big crayfish, and as their name implies they are colored bright red. This species of crayfish is frequently farmed for human consumption. They are also a popular menu item in the Great Trinity Forest. I find bits and pieces of Red Swamp Crayfish all over the Joppa Preserve. I find them
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A mother Wood Duck and her three duckling swimming in Lemmon Lake in Dallas, Texas. The group was observed swimming past a Great Egret, and then taking a moment to dabble for food near the reeds. Soon the reckless young ducklings take off on their own and head across the lake almost directly towards my
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