Kip’s Comments - July 9, 2024

Plants and Pollinators

This morning was another time or three of wandering our CRP where wildflowers and grasses are finally growing after the drought threatened any success. The wildflowers I enjoyed today were common and each species has been featured recently. Still, they were pretty so I photographed them.

Along with the plants there were many pollinators busy at the blossoms. Most did not remain in position long enough for pictures, but a few did.

For those wondering… the biting bugs were atrocious. My tool to combat them was a Thermacell tucked into my arm immobilizer. The process was not 100% effective, but better than no defenses.

Yellow Goatsbeard - Image 894721

Poppy - Image 894637

Blister Beetle on Dandelion - Image 894463

Drone Fly - Image 894503

Drone Fly - Image 894518

Hoverflies on Poppy - Image 894570

Hoverfly on Yellow Goatsbeard - Image 894609