Some photos from a walk at the St Pete Arboretum and Botanical Garden:
The Daily Bucket is a regular series from the Backyard Science group. Here we talk about Mother Nature in all her glory, especially the parts that live nearby. So let us know (as close as you are comfortable) where you are and what's going on around you. What's the weather like? Seen any interesting plants, bugs or critters? Are there birds at your feeders? Deer, foxes or peahens in your yard? Seen any cool rocks or geological features? Post your observations and notes here. And photos. We like lots of photos. :)
A pair of Pileated Woodpeckers working over a tree.
A Mosquito Fish. Found virtually everywhere, the State releases them to control mosquito larvae.
A young Alligator, about 5 feet long, sunning himself.
Turtle Yoga.
A Moorhen dabbling for his lunch.
A butterfly takes a rest break.
A male Brown Anole eyes a nearby rival.
And now it's your turn: what's up in your neck of the woods? :)