The Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) is an unmistakable member of the blackbird family. I have observed and photographed these blackbirds across the state in several wildlife management areas and they are always easy to pick out. They prefer to perch, … Continue reading
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The Gray Catbird (Dumetella carolinensis) does not hunt cats. It has a varied voice that can sometimes sound like a meow, which is where it gets its name from. This songbird can be found across the state of Maryland and … Continue reading
The Eastern Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta) is the Maryland regional sub-species of the painted turtle which has Midland, Southern and Western relatives living in other parts of the United States. The painted turtle likes still ponds and waters, or marshes, … Continue reading
The Eastern Bluebird (Sialia Sialis) has some amazing color and can be a real standout if you spot it among the green leaves and brown branches of a tree. It’s an all-year species in Maryland, and so far, I have … Continue reading
The American Coot (Felica americana) is a fairly recognizable water bird more popular in the northern midwest. Maryland is not a breeding range for the Coot, typically, but it can be found along the Maryland shore year-round. The Coot has … Continue reading
The Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) is a fairly common canine scampering around Maryland. I have seen Red Foxes at Eastern Neck Island, Blackwater Refuge and come across tracks in other areas including Canal WMA. The Fox is usually pretty quick … Continue reading
Paper Wasps are a large family of wasps commonly found in all parts of the world. Maryland is no different as several species of paper wasp are pretty prominent, even around houses and backyards. The particular species photographed above (Polistes … Continue reading
The Ichneumon Wasp is a fairly popular genus of wasp in North America. I’d like to apologize for the stalk of grass in the way, as well. It’s the best shot I had from the front to show off his long … Continue reading
The Common Thread-Waisted Wasp (Ammophila procera) is a very popular series of solitary wasp across the U.S., and, of course, is found in Maryland. I tagged this guy at Idylwild Wildlife Management Area in late summer. He was scuttling across … Continue reading
The Flesh Fly is a nasty looking character in the (Sarcophagidae) family of flies. I had to do some searching online and in books to find him out and when I did; I learned that these suckers carry nasty diseases … Continue reading
Harvestmen (Leiobunum), are a group of arachnids that some people commonly refer to as “Daddy long-legs.” The particular species pictured above is common in Maryland and other states along the eastern coastline. Early summer months – June and July – … Continue reading
The Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum) is a small to medium sized songbird that can be found year round in all areas of the state of Maryland. The Cedar Waxwing east various berries or small insects and is usually perched in … Continue reading
The Red-Bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinas) is a small member of the Woodpecker family very similar in appearance to a Sapsucker. This photo was taken from some distance and in mid-peck, but I’m going with Red-bellied for a few reasons. The … Continue reading
The Hairy Woodpecker (Picoides villosus) is one of several medium sized woodpeckers found in the state of Maryland. Its look is extremely similar, practically identical to that of the Downy Woodpecker, however, the Downy tends to be a few inches … Continue reading
The Green Heron (Butorides virescens) is a small member of the heron family. It has much shorter legs than some of the other waterfowl you will see in Maryland, like egrets and the Great Blue Heron. The Green Heron is … Continue reading
The Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) is a very recognizable red bird prominent in the eastern part of the United States. It also has an extremely boring scientific name. What’s up with that? The male Northern Cardinal sports the red color … Continue reading
The Red-spotted Purple (Limenitis arthemis) is a large and very brightly colored butterfly that can be found across the state of Maryland. I have encountered the Red-spotted Purple most often in wooded areas and forests. It flies quickly and will … Continue reading
The Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) is a distinctive brushfoot and very unique in the state of Maryland. In flight, it can sometimes look like one of the Lady butterflies, but at rest, the Admiral is immediately recognizable as no other … Continue reading
The Red-Banded Hairstreak (Calycopis cecrops). Admittedly, this is a terrible photo, but it does do a good job of displaying the very pronounced banded markings on the hindwing of the Red-Banded Hairstreak. This is the only photo I have of … Continue reading
The White M Hairstreak (Parrhasius m-album) is a southeastern hairstreak with a distinctly marked hindwing and beautiful top wing. The White M is a medium size butterfly, but would probably be considered large for a hairstreak. It is not very common … Continue reading