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Barn Owl (Tyto alba)Observer
truthseqrDescription
Barn Owl Pellet #C-01
Location: (Site-C) Found under the eucalyptus trees on Calaveras Ridge Trail along Downing Rd.
Pellet length: this pellet was strung out, but I'm guessing it was about 2 in (5 cm) before it disintegrated.
Pellet age: Unknown
Dissected? Yes
This pellet contained the remains of:
- (Broad-footed Mole) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/180827490
- (Jerusalem Cricket) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/186150767
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Atlantic Coast Leopard Frog (Lithobates kauffeldi)Observer
tysmithDescription
My first time finding this species in this county. We first heard them calling, but walked around pond to get visual confirmation. Observed with Lindsey Hottinger (@lindseyhottinger), who this was a lifer for!
Her observation: https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/70918915
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silversea_starsongDescription
I was looking for cluster of Veliids on the banks of the Rio Grande and found these Gerrids instead. Huge thanks to Alysa for being brave enough to go out and catch these. And to Chris for doing the detective work back at home!
Large clusters of these striders were found in shady areas beside the Devil's River, ranging from 10-30 feet from shore.
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Juniper Hairstreak (Callophrys gryneus)Observer
greglasleyDescription
I really like these shots of multiple Juniper Hairstreaks feeding on Antelope Horns milkweed. In my backyard.
Dripping Springs,
Hays Co., Texas
17 April 2018
