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Mt Loretto Crustaceans

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There is a small beach at Mt Loretto with shells, sponges, and lots of other things.

A horseshoe crab shell resting on a sandy beach, surrounded by pebbles and small shells.
Horseshoe Crab (Limulus polyphemus), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
A blue crab resting on sandy beach surrounded by pebbles and shells at Mt Loretto.
Blue Crab (Callinectes sapidus), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025

Mt Loretto Birds

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The first birds that I saw at Mt Loretto in Staten Island were two kingfishers whizzing by. I missed photographing them. Unfortunately, the camera didn’t focus on the Phoebe. The palm warbler was on paved path. So I created a nicer background for it.

A bird of prey flying against a clear blue sky, showcasing its outstretched wings and distinctive plumage.
Eastern Osprey (Pandion cristatus), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
A woodpecker climbing a tree trunk, surrounded by green foliage.
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
A black bird perched on a green shrub, with blurred foliage in the background.
Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
A small bird standing on a rock near a water body, surrounded by vibrant, colorful foliage and a soft, hazy background.
Palm Warbler (Setophaga palmarum), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025

Mt Loretto Insects

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In September we went to Mount Loretto Unique Area – NYSDEC. Here are some insects form that visit.

A close-up of a yellow butterfly resting on bright yellow flowers in a natural setting.
Clouded Sulphur (Colius philodice), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
Close-up of a yellow butterfly with black markings, perched on a branch with a blurred natural background.
Clouded Sulphur (Colius philodice), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
A close-up of a Monarch butterfly resting on yellow flowers in a natural setting.
Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
A close-up image of a butterfly with orange and black markings perched on a green plant with yellow buds.
Pearl Crescent (Phyciodes tharos), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
Close-up of a wasp resting on a wooden surface, showcasing its black and white striped body and translucent wings.
Bald-Faced Hornet (Dolichovespula maculata), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
Close-up of a blue insect with vibrant wings feeding on yellow flowers.
Two-spotted or Blue-winged Scoliid Wasp (Scolia dubia), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025
Close-up of a pair of insects on bright yellow flowers, showcasing intricate details of their bodies.
Goldenrod Soldier Beetle or Pennsylvania Leatherwing (Chauliognathus pensylvanicus), Mt Loretto 9/12/2025

Central Park August Plants

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Most of these were found in the Shakespeare Garden in Central Park.

Cluster of vibrant purple flowers surrounded by green leaves.
Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum), Central Park 8/31/2025
Close-up of pink and yellow flowers in a lush garden setting with greenery in the background.
Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana), Central Park 8/31/2025
Close-up of a green shrub with round green fruits and vibrant leaves.
Trifoliate Orange (Citrus trifoliata), Central Park 8/31/2025
A close-up image of leafy green plants with yellow seed pods and small white flowers, showcasing detailed foliage against a blurred background.
Balloonplant (Gomphocarpus physocarpus), Central Park 8/31/2025

Central Park August Birds

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Here are a few birds that I saw in Central Park. I wasn’t trying very hard.

A woodpecker perched on a rocky surface with green foliage in the foreground.
Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus), Central Park 8/31/2025
A bird sitting on a branch amid green leaves, with a clear blue sky in the background.
Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe), Central Park 8/31/2025
A bird perched on a branch with a blurred green background in Central Park.
Eastern Wood-Pewee (Contopus virens), Central Park 8/31/2025
A bird perched on a branch among green leaves, singing with its beak open.
Veery (Catharus fuscescens), Central Park 8/31/2025
A bird, possibly a woodpecker, perched on the trunk of a tree with visible bark and green foliage in the background.
Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus), Central Park 8/31/2025
A bird in flight, displaying its yellow underbelly and wings, surrounded by lush green grass.
American Redstart Warbler (Setophaga ruticilla), Central Park 9/9/2025
A yellow and gray bird partially hidden among green grass and foliage.
American Redstart Warbler (Setophaga ruticilla), Central Park 9/9/2025
A bird with a yellow belly and dark wings perched among green foliage in Central Park.
American Redstart Warbler (Setophaga ruticilla), Central Park 9/9/2025
Close-up of delicate yellow and orange feather-like leaves against a blurred green background.
Inland Sea Oats (Chasmanthium latifolium), Central Park 9/9/2025

NYBG Lily Art

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I created backgrounds for these lilies using the original image and some overlays to create digital art. As I have said many times before, when I post a photographic art creation I say so. And I also include that information in the tags.

A close-up of a blooming lotus flower surrounded by green lotus leaves and seed pods in a tranquil setting.
Water Lily, NYBG 8/19/2025
Close-up of lotus pods and leaves in a serene water setting with a blue and green color palette.
Water Lily, NYBG 8/19/2025
A close-up of lotus plants featuring various flower stages, including dried seed pods and vibrant green leaves, with a watery background.
Water Lily, NYBG 8/19/2025
Three lotus seed pods with intricate patterns, surrounded by green leaves, against a soft, abstract colorful background.
Water Lily, NYBG 8/19/2025
Close-up of a green seed pod with several brown seeds inside, set against a textured blue background.
Water Lily, NYBG 8/19/2025
A pink lotus flower surrounded by green leaves and buds, set against a soft, pastel background.
Water Lily, NYBG 8/19/2025
A vibrant scene of lotus plants featuring large green leaves and seed pods, set against a soft, blurred background of water and grass.
Water Lily, NYBG 8/19/2025

NYBG Plants

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A trip to the New York Botanical Garden in early September. I recently bought a replacement pair of seersucker pants for Marc, so I was amused to see a seersucker plant. I replaced the sky in the last one to help show of the sculpture.

Close-up view of variegated green and purple leaves with intricate patterns, resting on earthy soil.
Seersucker Plant (Geogenanthus poeppigii), NYBG 8/19/2025
Close-up of green leaves with a prominent texture, showcasing various shapes and sizes, in a natural setting.
NYBG 8/19/2025
Close-up of colorful foliage with yellow and purple plants against a stone wall background, showcasing shadows on gravel.
NYBG 8/19/2025
Close-up of colorful pitcher plants with intricate patterns, surrounded by green grass and foliage.
Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia leucophylla), NYBG 8/19/2025
Close-up of a white spider lily flower with long, slender petals surrounded by green and tan foliage.
Choctaw Spiderlily (Hymenocallis choctawensis), NYBG 8/19/2025
Large rocks covered with green ivy and surrounded by lush ferns in a natural setting.
NYBG 8/19/2025
A bronze statue depicting a knight holding a sword and shield, positioned atop a globe, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky.
NYBG 8/19/2025

Jamaica Bay Nature

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A small sampling of plants and insects.

A close-up of a vibrant green and yellow bee resting on a purple flower, with delicate petals and green foliage in the background.
Sweat Bee (Agapostemon), Jamaica Bay 8/17/2025
A close-up view of a butterfly with orange and black patterns perched on green leaves.
Pearl Crescent (Phyciodes tharos), Jamaica Bay 8/17/2025
Close-up of yellow flowers on a green plant, surrounded by foliage in a natural setting.
Partridge Pea (Chamaecrista fasciculata), Jamaica Bay 8/17/2025
Close-up of a white wildflower with delicate petals, surrounded by green foliage.
White Campion (Silene latifolia)Jamaica Bay 8/17/2025