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The US Corp of Engineers have opened the spillway and drained (all but the main channel) of Sardis Lake. This is an interesting season for man and beast alike there. I was able to visit on a dreary day when I knew other folks would stay home. It seemed I had the whole place to myself. Here are some of my observations.
The Cypress trees in the title photo are usually under a foot or two of water. They are young and haven’t produced knees (roots nodes that rise above water level) that would be needed for deeper water. These roots are protruding high enough out of the ground to sustain these trees.
A view from the end of the boat ramp. About a two mile distance to the far side.
Here are a few birds that I did see. I missed filming a Bald Eagle or Osprey because most raptors were hunting over the channel or against the banks, far from me.
Common Snipe — Gallinago gallinago Often the object of a prank on children
This quick Snipe was hunting for insects on the mud flats after the lake receded. The Egret glided away toward the dam and spillway.
Great Egret — Ardea alba This bird made a loop to check me out.
There were men (contractors) trimming tree limbs that hung over the parking lots. I was able to get a photo of a tree and it’s fruit before being mangled by the tree butchers.
Fruit the size of a softball. Maclura pomefera — aka. Bodock, Bois d’arc, Horse Apple or Osage Orange
I was able to catch a few other things on my way home. The first being Staghorn Sumac. The fruit has a heavy citric acid content and usually dry (not juicy) pulp.
Staghorn Sumac — Rhus typhina with the last of the leaves. The fruit head.
A few more birds watched over fields and ignored traffic.
Crow Eastern Phoebe
Last but not least, my insect gift for the day.
Field Cricket — Gryllus species
I had a great time out today and hope I was able to show it. Another day out is in order soon. I hope you’ll join me then. Thanks for stopping by.
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What’s up in nature in your area today?
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