Monthly Archives: August 2017

Recent Activity.

Posted on August 29, 2017 by the roused bear

As summer slips past some critters are at the peak of their activity.  I have been doing a lot of travelling, but have still been able to get a few photos in here and there. I saw this eastern tailed-blue … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Faces

Posted on August 14, 2017 by the roused bear

Sometimes when you get up close and personal with butterflies you see some things that are surprising.  Butterflies can be unusual creatures, but have you really taken a close look at them? Check out the spots on the eyes of … Continue reading →

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A Song for Linda

Posted on August 13, 2017 by the roused bear

I like to compare photography to music.  It is something I do which gives me emotional release.  I like to produce a great photo, but what I really love is the process of taking that photo. There are kindred spirits … Continue reading →

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The Dance of Life

Posted on August 6, 2017 by the roused bear

Butterflies have a little dance they do prior to mating (or sometimes prior to not mating).  It often includes shimmering, shaking, and flying around in circling chases.  I saw two silver-spotted skippers in the dance this morning. They started in … Continue reading →

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