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Great-tailed Grackle (Quiscalus mexicanus)Observer
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This bird was hanging out in the parking garage. I think he was trying to get some shade and was hoping passerby’s would give it food.
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Dandelions (Genus Taraxacum)Observer
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I thought it was odd that the dandelion was by itself. It looks like it’s ready to spread its seeds, which makes sense since its almost spring.
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Genus CynomyaObserver
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This fly was really big compared to most flies I’d seen, and was also somewhat clumsy. Which I think may be due to his size.
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Great-tailed Grackle (Quiscalus mexicanus)Observer
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This bird was hanging out in a parking garage. I think it was trying to get some shade and was hoping to get food from the people parking here.
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Bird's-eye Speedwell (Veronica persica)Observer
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This was seen in a grassy area but stood out with its purple flowers. I think the bright color of the flower attracts pollinators.
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Henbit Deadnettle (Lamium amplexicaule)Observer
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This was found in a grassy area and blended in pretty well. One of its trademarks that made it easier to find was the purple flower.
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Candleflame Lichen (Candelaria concolor)Observer
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The lichen was found along the walls on campus. I think this is because it gives them access to a lot of sunlight.
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Carolina Mantis (Stagmomantis carolina)Observer
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This Mantis was found amongst dead branches and grasses and blended in really well with its environment.
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Drummond's Aster (Symphyotrichum drummondii)Observer
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I think this plant is doing well here because they seem to be more common in shadier areas and can bloom in autumn
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Lantana (Lantana × strigocamara)Observer
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These were some of the only plants that had flowers this time of year.
