Common Buckeye
The Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia) is just that – common. Over the past two years, I have noticed it more in the summer months leading into the fall rather than earlier in the spring. I don’t see the...
View ArticleCommon Wood Nymph
The Common Wood Nymph (Cercyonis pegala) is a summer butterfly that is very easy to identify. As its name would suggest, the Wood Nymph hangs out around wood; often positioning itself along logs or...
View ArticleSnapping Turtle
Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina) or the Common Snapping Turtle is an extremely widespread snapper that inhabits most of the United States, including all parts of Maryland. Turtles are common at...
View Article