Weekly Puzzler Answer 284
Did you recognize the seed capsules from last week’s puzzler as Paulownia tomentosa, also known as, Empress Tree, Princess Tree, Royal Empress Tree, Royal Paulownia? Native to Eastern Asia, this
Weekly Puzzler #285: Large Foot with Sharp Claws
Okay, we’re moving on from nuts and seeds. This week’s puzzler is part of an animal–someone’s foot! Here are some photos. Do you recognize these feet? If so, I’d love
I’m Thankful For You Friends
Hello all! I just wanted to say on this holiday, thank you all for following along with me through my blog posts. I appreciate you and am glad to be
Weekly Puzzler #284:Large, Brown Seed Capsules
Hello! Happy weekend! Check out a few photos of this week’s puzzler: Do you recognize these? If you want to guess, use the comment box below the post, then check
Weekly Puzzler Answer 283
Last week’s puzzler was the outer husk of a beech nut. The seed inside is triangular and eaten by LOTS of different animals. These seeds are a super important, nutrient-dense
Weekly Puzzler #283: Prickly, Four-Sided Bur That Opens to Reveal a Triangular Secret
Hello friends! Happy weekend. I’m switching tracks for my puzzler subject, moving on from snakes to something that is EVERYWHERE in my yard, and in many forests in western NC
Weekly Puzzler Answer 282
A handful of people recognized the snake from last week’s puzzler as an eastern king snake (Lampropeltis getula). This is a non-venomous snake that is found throughout eastern North America.