Eacles imperialis is one of a few saturniid species in a regional decline throughout the northeastern US, with some New England states lacking records for many decades. A colony on Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, has been the subject of scientific and local political activity, especially concerning preservation of sensitive frost-bottom oak/pine habitat.–Wikipedia
Green herons are one of the few species of animal known to use tools. In particular, they commonly use bread crusts, insects, or other items as bait. The bait is dropped onto the surface of a body of water in order to lure fish. When a fish takes the bait, the green heron will then grab and eat the fish.–Wikipedia
When I was a child the James River and its tributaries between Bosher’s dam and Williams Island was my playground.I walked east along the south bank of the James River last week. The City of Richmond has done a commendable job providing trails and access. The river is now enjoyed by many.In the 60’s there were few trails. We’d bush whack through stands of this (Laportea canadensis?) taller than we were.
The crew from CSI arrived in Slabtown midafternoon Saturday.In four hours they planted 400 bare root treesA triangular pattern. Nature loves geometry. Lots of equilateral triangles.
Friday morning, snow quietly begins in CharlottesvilleSaturday was another story. Cold, snow blowing.I ran into some folk on the Rivanna trail wearing snow shoes.Skiers from FifevilleNon-city sanctioned, recreation in the street. My favorite aspect of a snow storm, bipeds reclaim the commons, temporarily people, rule.C&O railroad bridge, Moores Creek. Anyone know what year this was built?Woolen Mills roofs, Alexander, Milby, Hudson, Timberlake…Momentary uptick in entrepreneurial activity.
