loopy

For some reason, this root or vine grew though the spiral chamber of this snail shell. The shell has broken away, revealing the neat loopy combo.

Grove Creek Wildlife

I was thrilled to spot this hummingbird and nest. I believe that this is a Rufous Hummingbird, but I am no expert on hummingbirds. Although, I gather this is the female.


Here's a close up of her. A real treat to capture this little scene.



Not to be outdone, my wife spotted this BEAST. This is the Banded Alder Borer, of course. A huge specimen.



This itsy bitsy fellow is a silverfish. They seem to love to swarm over the rocks up in the mountains.

le petit suisse

My brother took this photo in Switzerland. Crazy looking! Best guess: Sand-Goldwespe

fly

Fireworkds

makes a nice wallpaper

coon