While exploring in the city recently, I stumbled upon another box turtle friend. It was sunning itself on an offshoot of the Lowline Trail. I snapped several photos while it patiently waited for me to finish up. It slowly made it’s was towards the grass, and I let it on it’s merry way. It wasContinue reading “Another Box Turtle Friend”
Category Archives: Animals
For The Birds: Humble House Sparrows
House Sparrows are very simple birds, but I greatly enjoy them. They have such fun personalities!
More Pipeline Photos
It is time once again for me to share photos from the James River Pipeline with you. Enjoy!
Deer Friends of Virginia
This is a collection deer photos I have taken in and around Richmond, Virginia. Enjoy!
The Robins Nature Center
The Robins Nature Center is a special part of Maymont Park. In this nature center you can find a variety of wildlife on display, informative signs and (most importantly) Louis the river otter! There is a small gift shop in the nature center and there is a fee to get in. If you are visitingContinue reading “The Robins Nature Center”
Exploring Rockwood Park
Rockwood Park has a rather easy trail system that I thoroughly enjoy exploring. A stretch of the orange trails hugs the banks of a private pond. While I cannot go in the pond, I love seeing the wildlife that calls it home. I have never seen so many wild turtles and dragonflies in one place!Continue reading “Exploring Rockwood Park”
Maymont’s Raptors
Maymont Park in Richmond has several wildlife exhibits for their visitors to enjoy. For today’s post, I am showcasing their birds of prey. Enjoy! Click here to see a breakdown of Maymont’s wildlife exhibits.
Rockwood Park Nature Center
On my most recent trip to Rockwood Park, I was able to visit their newly renovated nature center. The nature center is free to enter, as it is paid for my tax money collected by the local government. It was a nice stop at the end of a very sweaty hike!
Metro Richmond Zoo: Primates
We have reached the end of our Metro Richmond Zoo series! This weeks post will be showcasing the primates that call the zoo home. They are so fascinating to watch. You can see their personalities in their eyes. It is almost like looking into the eyes of another person. I hope you found this seriesContinue reading “Metro Richmond Zoo: Primates”
For The Birds: Osprey, Vultures & Friends
Living this close to the James River provides some excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. I really enjoy all of the birds that call this area home.