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| fairy shrimp |
The bullfrogs were off in the shade, the sun just too hot for them. One was under the dock, in the shade. The cats were happy with it, though.
I took a chair down, and while the morning's peace and beauty is tainted by a kazillion mosquitoes, in the heat of the afternoon sitting under an overhanging branch in the shade, there are no bugs. I couldn't believe it! I haven't grabbed a photo of the chair, but it is there!
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| salamander larvae |
What I thought was a pond puppy or water dog, was a salamander larvae. I learned this from Ontario reptiles and amphibians. (I was sort of disappointed!) Both have external gills.
I'll have to do some more searching. I have neglected my macro lens for awhile.
The pond critters are amazing and varied.
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| water slaters or water-lice |
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| cyclops, subclass copepoda |
There are many blue-striped salamanders in our forest.
10 comments:
Wow! What a rich, rich pond habitat you have there! Thank you for the tour. So many Interesting characters. Your dock idea was brilliant!
Cheers, Florence
I love the salmander, neat photos and post. Happy Friday, have a great weekend!
nice photos!
nice photos!
sounds fun....being up close and personal. my thing as well!!!
The cats must be wishing summer is over, considering how hot the last few days have been!
Hari OM
What a perfect place for unwinding and finding!!! YAM xx
Is that Dora sprawled at your feet enjoying the view?
More people should take time to sit on the dock. They might learn a few things.
Photo #4, from the end, I can see this printed, framed and on your wall, truly stunning, peaceful, and the dock is a well built structure that will withstand many many years of use. Well Done!! Hugs to you both. All Ok here after a night of lots of pain. Sitting in a vehicle is not good yet.
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