Dahlia Clarion The nearly black foliage and rounded lemon yellow petals of this dahlia species make for a passing resemblance of its little pollinator friend. With a blooming season that lasts from mid-summer until the first frosts, this bitty bee has plenty of time to collect pollen and nectar ahead of winter. But you can... Continue Reading →
Wisteria Waterfall A solo yellow eastern tiger swallowtail swims upward against the cascading clusters of wisteria. The alluring aroma draws the butterfly onward and is further energized by drops of nectar. A final flicker of its feathery wings releases a dusting of pollen as it breaks free from the weight of the fragrant blooms. Words... Continue Reading →
Cinnamon Bear Rare in these parts is the subspecies of eastern black bear, known for its brown, sometimes auburn fur. This one appears to enjoy spending time frolicking with his cinnamon fern friends. Have you ever encountered one yourself? Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Caribbean Lobster Strolling through the local aquarium one day, not long ago, a crustacean of magnificent size and color made its way to the front of its exhibition tank to inspect passersby. I could not help but wonder how out of place it must have felt next to its drab, but brawny clawed cousins from... Continue Reading →
Dune ravine Surely this must be the impression left behind from some colossal hand that reached down from their cloudy dominion and scooped out a spoonful of this earthly sugar to stir into their morning breakfast tea or coffee. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Turkey Dinner A rafter of turkeys floats through the yard having determined that it is fair game to pick at the remaining scraps of berries and morsels left among the vegetation, since no one else claimed them and they had once again forgotten to bring leftover containers. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Green dragonfly ii A lone green dragonfly deftly rests among burgundy leaves,which show through its transparent wings - this is one last desperate attempt to attract a mate before the season ends and the lineage fades with it. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Pink zinnia Hovering over this zinnia blossom is a solitary honey bee vigorously searching for nectar to feed the hive for the survival of its fragile offspring - labor day indeed! Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Echinacea purpurea Is this bee really searching through the lower petals of this purple coneflower looking for nectar, as if picking scraps from a full beard after the meal at the table has been cleared away? Words and images by Michael J. Hall
