Wednesday, March 04, 2009

Bagworm Case

The case of a bagworm moth on a branch of the loropetalum. Organic material has been used along with silk to build the case.

Monday, March 02, 2009

Thursday, February 26, 2009

First Swallowtail of the Season

A Palamedes Swallowtail enjoying the afternoon warmth and the nectar of the Carolina Jessamine.


Dwarf Palmettos

These Dwarf palmettos in the Congaree National Park are a close relative to the Cabbage palm, the South Carolina state tree.

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Sunday Morning Nature Shot

A hawk enjoys breakfast in the live oak tree at church.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

New Life

A decaying tree provides nutrients to this holly sprouting up in the swamp in Congaree National Park.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

A Few Friends

observed during a walk in Congaree National Park.



Eastern Comma Butterfly