Koi are domesicated carp, Cyprinus carpio. While carp have been aquacultured in China for over 1000 years, Koi come from Japanese stocks which have … [Read more...] about Faces Of Koi
Vertebrates
One January Morning, I Met A Little Bird
On a cool January morning I was on photo safari at the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge when I spotted the tiny bird in the picture above. I was … [Read more...] about One January Morning, I Met A Little Bird
Prothonotary Warblers Are Incredibly Yellow!
The first time I saw one of these striking little birds I was astounded by its color and its boldness. This little guy perched in that tree and sang … [Read more...] about Prothonotary Warblers Are Incredibly Yellow!
Spotted Gar, A Living Fossil
Pictured above is the Spotted Gar, Lepisosteus oculatus of the family Lepisosteidae. These creatures have been swimming in the waters of North America … [Read more...] about Spotted Gar, A Living Fossil
European Wild Hogs, Ham And Bacon To You And Me!
This image shows a European Wild Hog in sedges near a marsh. Sus scrofa is the parent species to the domestic hogs we raise and consume for food. Pigs … [Read more...] about European Wild Hogs, Ham And Bacon To You And Me!