Longlegged fly (Condylostylus) hunting on leaftops
These attractive metallic flies are commonly seen on leaftops, hunting for smaller insects. They are lively creatures and some species have elaborate mating dances.
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Collared ant (Aphaenogaster) pulling carpenter ant (Camponotus)
Collared ants are common woodland inhabitants and feed on a variety of arthropods. Here, a worker is dragging a dead carpenter ant back to the nest to feed the young. Battles among ants are common, but many ants scavenge on dead insects as well, which is likely what is going on here.
The Dangers of Looking For Non Timber Forest Product While Coming in Contact with a Timber Rattlesnake
The Dangers of Looking For Non Timber Forest Product While Coming in Contact with a Timber Rattlesnake
We Have to Watch Out for Bites and Ticks While Out Hiking
We Have to Watch Out for Bites and Ticks While Out Hiking
Timber Rattlesnake Found on a Hike
Timber Rattlesnake found on a hike.
Banded Pennant
The Banded Pennant is a small dragonfly (to about 1½ inch long) with distinctive black markings and reddish eyes. Look for the Banded Pennant near water. They are also seen flying in open lots and ditches, fields and meadows. It is active from late spring to early autumn. View more insects.
In the TN Woods, You Can Find All Kinds of Surprises, Like This Copperhead
In the TN woods, you can find all kinds of surprises, like this Copperhead.
