The Canada Geese and Mallard Duck families are maturing rapidly.   Here is a proud Mallard mom:

… with her ducklings:

I was asked if I’d ever seen more than one Clearwing at a time.  Rarely, as they tend to be territorial, like Ruby Throated hummingbirds.  Here are a couple of rare shots:

 

Very delicate, unknown moth:

Detail of one floret:

Mourning Cloak Butterfly:

 

 

 

Several folks have asked about the presence of the very dangerous Giant Hogweeds in the neighbourhood.  These are benign Cow Parsnips.

When in doubt avoid these large plants!