Who is the Cactus Bug? describes how the author accidentally discovered the interesting cactus bug on a prickly pear cactus while in the process of photographing a mimosa tree. It also gives readers some facts about the cactus bug.
Light Can be Something Interesting in Photography tells the story behind tonight’s featured photograph of a Mable orchard orb weaver spider with a bluish hue. It explains how the image was produced and why it was chosen.
A Beautiful Spring is Springing in Florida shows readers some of the first signs of spring that are popping up all over north central Florida.
The Adaptable Ring-billed Gull is the Iconic Sea Gull explains why this gull is the one many people think of when gulls are mentioned. It also tells about how it’s adaptability was important to it’s come back after near extinction.
The Colorful Dancing Flames of a Fire are Enchanting shows readers two images of a colorful bonfire. It gives readers the story behind the presented images.
The Beautiful Cattle Egret is a Sensational Environmental Success Story tells readers about the author’s encounter with these cattle egrets in an unusual location. It also discusses how and why this species has done so well over the last century.
Northern Flatid Planthoppers are Common, Interesting Little Insects introduces readers to this small, flying insects that feed on plant sap. It explains their range, breeding habits, and lifecycle among other things.
The Amazing Black Vulture Really Pops in Blue presents a stylized image of a black vulture sunning itself on an old oak branch. It also explains the author/artist’s motivation for the image.
The First Anole of the Year is a Great Sign explains to readers how Florida’s highly variable winter effects reptiles and amphibians and then goes on to tell readers why seeing anoles starting to come out is a good sign of warmer days to come.
Pros and Cons of the Interesting Eastern Leaf-footed Bug describes how leaf-footed bugs can be pests in crops and gardens, but also explains that generally nature keeps their populations low enough that damages are minimal. It also discusses the life cycle and range of this insect.
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