Kip’s Comments - May 4, 2023

Rapid Changes

With each passing day the floral displays in our local woodlands are changing. Soon the lower height plants will be dwarfed by taller plants. Many of the taller plants tend to be less showy, in a way settling the visual excitement in local timbers.

During a walk today I found many of the earlier wildflower species in bloom and I found Jacob’s Ladder (Greek Valerian) in full bloom in a few places.

Jacob's Ladder (Greek Valerian) - Image 808400

Following are some of the other wildflowers I found decorating a local woodland.

Bristly Buttercup - Image 808361

Dutchman's Breeches - Image 808391

Marsh Blue Violet - Image 808416

Trout Lily - Image 808464

Wild Blue Phlox - Image 808479

I did see some bird species today too.

American White Pelican - Image 808172

Sandhill Crane - Image 808263