A Black Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio polixenes) nectaring on a Basket Flower (Centaurea americana). One of the largest butterflies that we see in … [Read more...] about Black Swallowtail Butterfly on Basket Flower
Invertebrates
Painted Lady on Gayfeather
Saw this pretty butterfly a while ago when I still had access to the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. I am continually amazed at the way … [Read more...] about Painted Lady on Gayfeather
Flame Skimmer (Libellula saturata), Do Dragonflies Come in Orange!!?
This fella showed up in my patio garden one September morning and remained long enough for me to fetch my camera, change to my close-up lens and take … [Read more...] about Flame Skimmer (Libellula saturata), Do Dragonflies Come in Orange!!?
Goldenrod Soldier Beetle (Chauliognathis pennsylvanicus) on yellow Chrysanthemums
There was a breeding swarm of Goldenrod Soldier beetles, Chauliognathis pennsylvanicus, family Cantharidae that invaded our collection of potted … [Read more...] about Goldenrod Soldier Beetle (Chauliognathis pennsylvanicus) on yellow Chrysanthemums
Snowy Tree Cricket (Oecanthus fultoni) on Peace Rose
The Snowy Tree Cricket (Oecanthus fultoni), a member of the family Gryllidae, or true crickets, is found in deciduous forests throughout north … [Read more...] about Snowy Tree Cricket (Oecanthus fultoni) on Peace Rose