Category Archives: Murphys Point

Scientific name: Inonotus obliquus This week we turn our focus to the fungi kingdom. The fungus pictured above is Chaga, a parasitic species that grows from trees and forms this large, burnt-looking conk. Chaga is most typically found on birch … Continue reading →

Scientific name: Vanessa atlanta The Red Admiral is one of many beautiful butterfly species that can be found in Murphys Point. This medium-sized butterfly is recognized most easily by the red – orange bands across its wings. As it is … Continue reading →

It’s time for another #SpeciesOfTheWeek posting, and another discussion of the extraordinary nature of dragonflies – specifically, the Common Whitetail (Plathemis lydia). This photo is of a mature male Common Whitetail, easily recognized by the thick, white abdomen (tail). The … Continue reading →