mishanook's Journal

On the 10th, I walked from a point near Netherton down towards the canal. There was an explosion (bloom?) of these tiny flea beetles. They were everywhere. I took numerous photos during my walk. The next day, I did the same walk and there were none to be seen.

Interesting.

I will very shortly be leaving to go visit the Austin, Texas, region. I have researched what I may encounter there to photograph and contribute to iNat.
I hope to encounter the Giant Walkingstick: https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/177993214. What an interesting creature!
I also hope to encounter the Striped Bark Scorpion (of course not too closely) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/177418379
What I would not like to encounter are snakes, especially of the venomous persuasion. There are a few that are out there at this time. I will not be looking under rocks or under anything that might attract a snake as I have no experience with snakes. If I do encounter something like a Coral Snake, I hope to take a photo from a very far distance.
Butterflies and moths are in full, summer swing so I expect to encounter a variety. Also, insects such as dragonflies. A few beetles would make my day!
Birds to encounter include herons, egrets, kingfishers (2 types), painted buntings, etc. Wow! I will be very busy whilst there, I am sure.
If anyone in the Austin area has inside information that they think might be of help, please feel free to email me. All help is appreciated! Mishanook