I observed these two fine looking Coyotes at White Rock Lake Park in Dallas, Texas. They were relaxing in the shade along the edge of a large open field of well trimmed grass. People who are familiar with the park will recognize this location. What is remarkable about this sighting is that just behind me
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I witnessed this remarkable scene just outside the Dallas Arboretum on Garland Road. This mother Mallard had led her seven ducklings out into the middle of busy Garland Road where there are six lanes of traffic that the family would have to navigate. The group had already started across when I arrived. Fortunately, the drivers
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I observed this Barred Owl late one afternoon in Olive Shapiro Park in the Lake Highlands area of Dallas, Texas. I first spotted the owl as he was flying through the woods at White Rock Creek. I felt fortunate when he landed close enough for a few pictures. Observation Details County – Dallas City -
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I photographed this group of male and juvenile Great-tailed Grackles at Sunset Bay on White Rock Lake. The young birds, in particular, seemed to be suffering from the late afternoon heat. Observation Details County – Dallas City – Dallas Date – Jun 30, 2012 Time of Day – Afternoon Temperature – Hot (greater than 89°F/32°C)
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The predaceous Six-spotted Tiger Beetle is generally considered a beneficial insect, as they hunt and feed on many species of pest insects. This attractive, metallic green beetle is reported to give a nasty bite if mishandled. Observation Details County – Dallas City – Dallas Date – Apr 1, 2012 Time of Day – Morning Temperature
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Red-eared Sliders are considered semi-aquatic turtles, but they are inclined to wander. I have often encountered these turtles quite some distance from a suitable body of water. I found this Red-eared Slider attempting to cross the White Rock Creek Bike Trail in Lake Highlands. There was a lot of bicycle traffic on the trail this
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