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Gopher Snake (Pituophis catenifer)Observer
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Late in the day, sunning himself on a closed portion of the trail in the Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve.
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Desert Tarantula (Aphonopelma iodius)Observer
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Migratory season for these creatures. Lucky to see one late in the afternoon (though prior to these trails being open to the public).
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Pacific Tent Caterpillar (Malacosoma constricta)Observer
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First of two caterpillars to cross our path today.
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Tiger Moths (Tribe Arctiini)Observer
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Second of two different species of caterpillar to cross out path today.
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California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)Observer
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Growing alongside the service road, these are thriving at this time of year.
