Crab Spider on Leavenworth Eryngo

Crab Spider on Leavenworth Eryngo

by | Sep 18, 2012 | Fauna

Geary County State Fishing Lake – Yes, bright purple is the natural color of this parsley relative. September is a good time to catch it in full color. Look here for some photos that focus more on Leavenworth Eryngo
Muskrat Marsh

Muskrat Marsh

by | Jul 27, 2012 | Fauna

This contented looking rodent was cruising in duckweed below the stone bridge at the south end of Wabaunsee Lake. Learn more about muskrats on Wikipedia.
Kim Qui

Kim Qui

by | Jul 23, 2012 | Fauna

Wabaunsee Lake – I only caught a glimpse of this turtle, but the golden tones of his shell caught my attention right away. Perhaps it was the reflection of late afternoon sun giving the gilded look, but it resembled something escaped from a fairy tale.