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Northern Alligator Lizard (Elgaria coerulea)Observer
brittthebirdexpertDescription
This Alligator Lizard was in my front lawn when I took the dogs out. It was cold and overcast outside and the lizard was lethargic. It became more active as it warmed up in my hand. After taking pictures I released the lizard where i found it.
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Plums, Cherries, and Allies (Genus Prunus)Observer
brittthebirdexpertDescription
Several red-leaved and pink-flowered cherry trees were blooming in the parking lot near Fred Meyer.
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Western Thatching Ant (Formica obscuripes)Observer
brittthebirdexpertDescription
The Thatch Ants that live in my front yard emerged from their nest today. It is very warm for the season and sunny.
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Sedgesitters (Genus Platycheirus)Observer
brittthebirdexpertDescription
This hover fly is on a very early blooming Dandelion (Taraxacum spp.). We had an exceptionally warm winter and this is not the only plant blooming early. The fly's behavior was very sluggish. It did not fly away even when I leaned in very close with the camera.
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Greater Periwinkle (Vinca major)Observer
brittthebirdexpertDescription
This plant is blooming very early. We had an exceptionally warm winter.
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Elephant-Ears (Genus Bergenia)Observer
brittthebirdexpertDescription
These flowers are blooming very early. We had an exceptionally warm winter.
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Vancouver Looper (Erannis vancouverensis)Observer
brittthebirdexpertDescription
This very striking black and white moth was on the light fixture outside my garage. It is slightly over an inch in total length.
