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Genus TenoderaObserver
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In an apple orchard. Many hills. This was the only one I saw, but I would't be surprised to find more isolated in the area.
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Ebony Jewelwing (Calopteryx maculata)Observer
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Large number in the group, slight variation in color (from green to brown-tan). Metallic sheen. About as long as a finger (2-4 inches). Stream nearby (gentle flow, not stagnant or rapid)
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Red-eared Slider (Trachemys scripta ssp. elegans)Observer
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Not too common to find, but the habitat seemed fitting.
The turtle is dry, so the shell looks a bit tan.
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Eastern Skunk Cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus)Observer
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No idea what this thing is. Different specimens have different colors, ranging from yellow and purple to orange and red, with the dominant color becoming the secondary color. When the cover thing is broken, a vapor with a distinct odor is released. No stem, just this and roots.
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Genus AquariusObserver
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Quite common in calm areas in rivers. Usually about 1 inch long. Isolated or in very small groups.
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Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia)Observer
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Somewhat frequent in this area, though only one or two at a given time. Very small. Appears to feed on seeds, possibly insects.
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Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos)Observer
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Common during the winter, but very rare during the rest of the year. Found in groups of 10-20. In these pictures, the green head/neck region on the males is not very clear because of the time that this was taken and the low lighting.
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Eastern Yellowjacket (Vespula maculifrons)Observer
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Not uncommon around here. Only saw this one today, but have been more common in the last week than usual. Forest area. Insects very common.
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Atlantic Needlefish (Strongylura marina)Observer
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We found this washed up on the shore, so the commonness is unknown. About a foot long, alone.
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Leopard Slug (Limax maximus)Observer
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Very common at night, especially after rain. They appear to eat flowers that aren't native to the area (planted in gardens). Found in many different sizes, this is one of the largest that I've seen, about 6 inches.
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Long-claw Hermit Crab (Pagurus longicarpus)Observer
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I have seen them in past years, not very common but more common than other creatures. Found while snorkeling in a bay area.
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Atlantic Horseshoe Crab (Limulus polyphemus)Observer
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They are pretty common in this area, though live, mature specimens are less common. Usually solitary. Front-most piece of the carapace was no wider than a foot, though the entire length was more than a foot.
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Atlantic Sand Crab (Emerita talpoida)Observer
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Quite common in this area, found in a variety of sizes. Largest over 1 inch, smallest about 2mm. Easy to find if you quickly rake the sand with your fingers as the wave recedes.
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Eastern Black Carpenter Ant (Camponotus pennsylvanicus)Observer
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Very common in this area, the larger ones are seen alone more often than smaller ones. Not difficult to find the nests.
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Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)Observer
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Very elusive to cameras, I went through much difficulty for this picture. Found here and in Long Beach Island, and many other locations. Not usually in groups or as common as American Robin or others.
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Common Pill Woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare)Observer
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These are about as common as most other insects in this area. I also saw a younger, smaller one of the same species at the same time as this one.
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Common Whitetail (Plathemis lydia)Observer
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Dragonflies are not uncommon in this area in spring/summer, but are usually only seen for stretches of a few weeks at a time. This is an immature male, so the tail looks much darker, but it is still the same species.
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Canada Goose (Branta canadensis)Observer
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Very common except in coldest parts of winter. Found in large groups 15-30
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American Robin (Turdus migratorius)Observer
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Common in this area around this time of year, but there was an especially large amount today and this week. In mixed/deciduous area, with a few other birds.
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Hobomok Skipper (Lon hobomok)Observer
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Relatively common at this time of year. They are usually in only groups of 1-3. In a forest area, with many types of trees. I chose this family because of how the wings are layered, although I am still unsure.
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Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)Observer
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I have seen these in past years, about as numerous as most other butterflies (not moths, as they are more common) in the area.
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American Bumble Bee (Bombus pensylvanicus)Observer
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Pretty common in this area, because of the flowers that residents plant. This is by a hydrangea bush (probably not spelled correctly.) Not often found in swarms, just groups under 5.
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American Robin (Turdus migratorius)Observer
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Common in this area around this time of year, but there was an especially large amount today and in this week. In mixed forests, with a few other types of birds.
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Canada Goose (Branta canadensis)Observer
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Very common in this area, year round except the coldest parts of winter. Often seen in large numbers (15-45).
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Mute Swan (Cygnus olor)Observer
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Relatively rare in the area. It stayed in this area for about a week and a half, probably on a migration route.
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Laughing Gull (Leucophaeus atricilla)Observer
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Often seen around this time and earlier in the summer. Seen with Herring Gull and other small birds.
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Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)Observer
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They can be seen in fall, early to middle, depending on the temperature of the fall that year. Sometimes in groups of up to three. The feathers are more flat because this one was alone and it was relatively warm.
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Herring Gull (Larus argentatus)Observer
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Inhabit the area year round. Often feed on clams and starfish. About three species of gull are in the area.
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Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)Observer
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They are in the area nearly year-round. Nearly all squirrels in this area are this species.
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Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata)Observer
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Spotted multiple consecutive years. When approached, went into trees, suggesting possible nest site.
