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For The Birds
Woodpeckers perch near a sign indicating that they are protected in this area. 
| Tadpole Troublemakers My friend Lenny checks out a metamorphising American Bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana). These amphibians are not native to the state and are eating some of California's frogs out of existence. Click here to see another pic 
A Lot of Bull
| American Bullfrogs were found in nearly every location that had water - this invasive species seems to enjoy a California lifestyle. 
Lots of Lizards
| Western Fence Lizards (Sceloporus occidentalis) were seen in most places we went to - they are very common. Click here to see another pic 
Starstruck
| The Lick Observatory is a place for the study of astronomy, owned and operated by the University of California. It is situated on the summit of Mount Hamilton. 
Shoe Snake
| We found this yearling Northern Pacific Rattlesnake (Crotalus viridis oreganus) but had no collecting equipment. I put it in my shoe so we could retain it for photographs (don't try this at home). Click here to see another pic |
