Posts for: Zudith
Nov 20, 2017 09:37:17 #
Roadrunner wrote:
These have probably been aroud before but I believ... (show quote)
Oh yes! The edibles... I'm sure we will be seeing some morels and other edible mushrooms here, too!
Nov 20, 2017 09:34:35 #
Photogirl17 wrote:
The Understory is under rated.
Yes ma'am! I really love redbuds and dogwoods!
Nov 20, 2017 09:33:34 #
Rufe wrote:
Two from Missouri
Very nice! The buds are so graceful and the flowers are lovely.
Nov 20, 2017 09:32:27 #
l-fox wrote:
Some re-runs... hope to get a few new in the next couple of days.
A lovely variety of early wildflowers! They always make me feel good!
Nov 20, 2017 09:31:08 #
Photogirl17 wrote:
Wonderful start Zudith. Love the Dog tooth Violet.
Thank you, Photogirl! That is always the first wildflower I see in our woods, so it gives me the feeling of new hope for a new year!
Nov 19, 2017 17:46:50 #
Hey! I am back just in time to start my challenge for the next three days: "Challenge - Understory Plants, Trees, and Shrubs - November 20-22"
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-497809-1.html#8393236
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-497809-1.html#8393236
Nov 19, 2017 17:43:34 #
According to Wikipedia: "In forestry and ecology, understory comprises plant life growing beneath the forest canopy without penetrating it to any great extent, but above the forest floor. Only a small percentage of light penetrates the canopy so understory vegetation is generally shade tolerant. The understory typically consists of trees stunted through lack of light, other small trees with low light requirements, saplings, shrubs, vines and undergrowth. Small trees such as holly and dogwood are understory specialists.
In temperate deciduous forests, many understory plants start into growth earlier than the canopy trees to make use of the greater availability of light at this time of year. A gap in the canopy caused by the death of a tree stimulates the potential emergent trees into competitive growth as they grow upwards to fill the gap. These trees tend to have straight trunks and few lower branches. At the same time, the bushes, undergrowth and plant life on the forest floor become more dense. The understory experiences greater humidity than the canopy, and the shaded ground does not vary in temperature as much as open ground. This causes a proliferation of ferns, mosses and fungi and encourages nutrient recycling, which provides favorable habitats for many animals and plants."
So, break out your "understory" pictures from all the seasons and share them here in this challenge...
Here are a few of mine from the earliest part of 2017 - more to follow!
In temperate deciduous forests, many understory plants start into growth earlier than the canopy trees to make use of the greater availability of light at this time of year. A gap in the canopy caused by the death of a tree stimulates the potential emergent trees into competitive growth as they grow upwards to fill the gap. These trees tend to have straight trunks and few lower branches. At the same time, the bushes, undergrowth and plant life on the forest floor become more dense. The understory experiences greater humidity than the canopy, and the shaded ground does not vary in temperature as much as open ground. This causes a proliferation of ferns, mosses and fungi and encourages nutrient recycling, which provides favorable habitats for many animals and plants."
So, break out your "understory" pictures from all the seasons and share them here in this challenge...
Here are a few of mine from the earliest part of 2017 - more to follow!
January 2017
February fungus
Understory resident!
February blooming!
February dogwood bud
February, Flowering Quince buds
February blooming white dogtooth violet!
Nov 9, 2017 19:28:31 #
photophile wrote:
You have a nice variety.
Thanks, photophile, yes we do! And if they would just stay still a little longer I would have pictures of more of them!
Nov 9, 2017 09:46:11 #
Matthew Bolland wrote:
Black Skimmer, Bateleur Eagle & Australian Crowned Pigeon.
Wow! Very exotic looking birds!
Nov 9, 2017 09:45:08 #
Just a few bird photos from around my home...
Chickadee
Red-bellied woodpecker
Pileated Woodpecker
House Finch
Nuthatch
Nov 9, 2017 09:23:26 #
rdubreuil wrote:
Awesome series Zudith, beautiful...
Thank you, rdubreuil!
Nov 9, 2017 09:22:34 #
judy juul wrote:
Love the dogwood, beautiful,Judith!
Thank you, Judy.
Nov 9, 2017 09:20:14 #
Lorima wrote:
Thank you everyone for joinging me in my challenge over these next few days. I thought we hadn't done a bird challenge for a while and no matter where in the U.S or world you live you will always see birds.
Some can be comical to watch while others will be so still and blend in with their surroundings you bearly even know they are there.
So lets see some of the birds where you live.
Some can be comical to watch while others will be so still and blend in with their surroundings you bearly even know they are there.
So lets see some of the birds where you live.
Lovely shots, Lorima - Thank you for hosting!
Nov 8, 2017 22:17:11 #
I had to post something for favorite flower photo, but when it comes to flowers, it seems I can't decide on just one!
They each have their unique grace and beauty...
They each have their unique grace and beauty...
Flowering Quince buds after a shower
Pink May Apple flower (they are usually white)
Downy Mint
Dogwood blossom
Nov 8, 2017 17:34:59 #
MatthewJunt wrote:
How do I post a photo in this challenge?
Just hit the "Reply" button and then you will see "Choose File" and "Add Attachment" buttons appear!