This is a cicada that has just emerged after 13 years underground. They have a clear shell covering them, and when it leaves the shell to mate and lay eggs, it will die but with many babies to return to the ground for another 13 years. They have begun showing up in the past week, and it is just the beginning! They are interesting but plain creepy looking with their bulging red eyes...

Tags:   Cicada 13 years between returning Red Eyes No noise yet

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Just out checking a rumor, that the cicadas have arrived here, and it's true!

Tags:   Anole Lizard

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A male Rosebreasted Grosbeak! He's actually been here a few days but is very skittish so this is my first shot!
The colloquial name is 'cut-throat' due to its coloration
They are members of the cardinal family and can fly approximately 20-30 mph! They are also song birds. RBGs usually build their nest about 20 ft above ground. And it is their migration time in our area!
I hope he stays and calls up his whole family to come!

Tags:   Rose-breasted Grosbeak Black head Red heart but also called 'cut-throat Migration Song Bird

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Most of our azaleas are spent now, except this double Dubonnet which just came out...Had to have a pic before the storms come later!

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This Pup is bigger, stronger, and faster than you think! It has a double coat with the inside being soft as cotton; The outside is coarser and longer, so if some predator thinks he's got her, Oopsy-no deal!

Tags:   Pup Dog Gentle and Smart! Mix of part Bernese, I think owner said I think if it's wagging tail hits you, you'll be flat on the ground Then you may drown in slobber!

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