Cold-Blooded Wolf Spider and Snow Flea Encountered on Snow in Winter

The saga of unlikely creatures to come cross in the middle of winter continues with the encounter of a small spider, presumably a Wolf Spider and a Snow Flea. Nature truly is fascinating, as it showcases the unexpected resilience of its inhabitants in sub-zero temperatures. This year’s winter, much as the entire year, has been … Continue reading “Cold-Blooded Wolf Spider and Snow Flea Encountered on Snow in Winter”

Wrinkled Club Fungus (Clavulina Rugosa) – My First #shorts Video Ever

This is my first attempt at a #shorts video ever. I do not record vertical, so the original video is horizontal the way the human eyes are. I used Shotcut – an open sourced video editing software to cut the edges off the video to make it vertical for the shorts. I also trimmed it … Continue reading “Wrinkled Club Fungus (Clavulina Rugosa) – My First #shorts Video Ever”

Earthworm Defies Winter and Crawls on Snow in -12 Degrees Celsius

I take daily strolls through the woods, winter or not, – that one is obvious – and on a recent walk in -12 Degrees Celsius freeze, with the entire environment blanketed by snow, I spotted an unlikely creature to encounter this time of year. An earthworm was up on the freezing snow, very well alive … Continue reading “Earthworm Defies Winter and Crawls on Snow in -12 Degrees Celsius”

ASMR Footsteps in the Snow – Meditative Sounds, Wholly Unchoreographed

Winter is very well set in and there is snow everywhere. I go for daily strolls through the woods and thoroughly enjoyed the soothing tranquility of the forest in this seemingly inhospitable season. With trees bare and nature resting (for the most part), when one pauses during their winter nature hike, the silence can be … Continue reading “ASMR Footsteps in the Snow – Meditative Sounds, Wholly Unchoreographed”

Winter Crane Fly (Trichocera Annulata) – Insect That Flies in Freeze and Snow

Even though their name suggests that these insects are adapted for life in winter, it still surprises me to see Winter Crane Flies (Trichocera Annulata) flying about in the depths of it. I take regular, every day strolls through the woods – no poop – but even when I go when the outdoor temperatures are … Continue reading “Winter Crane Fly (Trichocera Annulata) – Insect That Flies in Freeze and Snow”

Pipe Club Fungus (Macrotyphula Fistulosa) Emerges from Snow in Middle of Winter

In the quiet and often overlooked corners of winter landscapes, a fascinating organism thrives, defying the cold and snow. The Pipe Club Fungus, scientifically known as Macrotyphula Fistulosa, is among the lesser-known nature’s wonders, but its distinctive appearance and in this case, the ability to thrive in freezing conditions, captivated my attention. The vast and … Continue reading “Pipe Club Fungus (Macrotyphula Fistulosa) Emerges from Snow in Middle of Winter”

Magical Stare-Down with Adorably Cute Red Squirrel on Snowy Winter Day

The winter has really set in. We got a lot of snow and the temperatures are deep below the freezing point. I go on my regular strolls through the woods regardless of weather, though when it’s this cold, I don’t usually come across as much wildlife as when the weather is more favorable. On this … Continue reading “Magical Stare-Down with Adorably Cute Red Squirrel on Snowy Winter Day”

Dead Man’s Fingers (Xylaria Polymorpha) – Exploring and Identifying the Intriguing Fungus

The world of fungi is full of peculiar and fascinating life forms, and one such curiosity is the Dead Man’s Fingers fungus, scientifically known as Xylaria Polymorpha. This rather distinctive fungus, with its almost eerie appearance and mysterious qualities, captures the imagination of nature enthusiasts and mycologists alike. Here’s the story captured in the video: … Continue reading “Dead Man’s Fingers (Xylaria Polymorpha) – Exploring and Identifying the Intriguing Fungus”

Woodland Funeral for Juvenile Woodpecker Who Died Hitting Chainlink Fence on First Flight

In the midst of the tranquil woods, where nature’s symphony gently caresses the senses, a tale of both sorrow and beauty unfolds. It was on one such serene day that I embarked on my routine stroll, seeking solace among the whispering leaves and dappled sunlight. Little did I know that my heart would be forever … Continue reading “Woodland Funeral for Juvenile Woodpecker Who Died Hitting Chainlink Fence on First Flight”

Adorable European Badger Cub Adventures: Tumbles & Play – Part II

Welcome back to another heartwarming journey into the enchanting world of European Badger cubs (Meles Meles) as captured by my trail cameras. This video is a Part II of the adventure with these adorable furballs as they continue to explore, play, and learn the art of being wild badgers in the heart of the forest. … Continue reading “Adorable European Badger Cub Adventures: Tumbles & Play – Part II”