Tree of Life Exercise

Amphibian - California Slender Salamander
Growing up in the Bay Area, I loved playing with these as a kid. They are really common - I found about 10 on my hike.

Animal - Centipede
This was one of the cooler things I found while turning rocks over. I am not positive as to Species, but I believe the Genus is Scolopocryptops. (Awesome name)

Plant - Herb robert
This is a common flowering plant in North America. It is considered a 'weed' by many posts I saw on-line.

Insect - California camel cricket
This find was another product of checking under rocks. Its a great place to hide for something that looks so tasty.

Reptile - California Mountain Kingsnake
This find wasn't from the hike I went on last weekend, but one of my favorite animal finds from California.

As you might be able to tell, I tend to favor the animals more than the plants...

Posted on February 15, 2013 07:55 AM by nicktrow