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Stubble Rosegill (Volvopluteus gloiocephalus)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This large white fungus was growing independently in the dirt. The cap has a conical shape and was almost flattened.
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California Scrub-Jay (Aphelocoma californica)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This bird species had blue, gray, black, and white feathers. It had a pale bill and bad loud and harsh sounds.
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Golden Currant (Ribes aureum)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This plant species grew vertically along a single branch. The yellow/orange flowers were beginning to bloom.
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Wattles (Genus Acacia)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This plant species was large and fluffy. Its bright yellow coloring was distinctive. The species had flowers with a slight sweet smell.
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Common Gilled Mushrooms and Allies (Order Agaricales)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
These mushrooms were congregated in groups in damp areas. They were colored white and brown some with rounded tops and others with more flat tops. The interaction here is between the fungus (mushroom) and the soil. As the mushroom dies decomposes its properties enrich the soil.
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Wall Barley (Hordeum murinum)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This plant species was most abundant in the natural habitat. It's height was most recognizable as it was about knee high. It was mostly located on the outskirts of the habitat.
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Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This large and widespread tree had low handing branches. The thick branches were round and all similar in size.
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Shortpod Mustard (Hirschfeldia incana)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This plant species was growing tall and erect in the surrounding habitat. The stems were branched from the base up. There were fine white hairs along the base leading up to the light yellow flower at the top.
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Genus StagmomantisObserver
omarabdelalDescription
This was seen on the outside of my bathroom window in my backyard. It had a long and narrow structure. There were others located on various plants species in the nearby area.
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Distant Phacelia (Phacelia distans)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This bluish purple plant species was scattered around the natural habitat. It had fine hairs along the branches. It was mostly found under and intertwined with bushes.
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Bermuda Buttercup (Oxalis pes-caprae)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
This plant species was growing profusely around the natural habitat. Growing in patches low in the ground amongst other weeds. Its vibrant color was distinct in the habitat.
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Convergent Lady Beetle (Hippodamia convergens)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
These two Lady Beetles were mating on the stem/leaf of the plant. There were other lady beetles on the same plant specie in the surrounding area. The interaction observed here is mating.
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Great Basin Fence Lizard (Sceloporus occidentalis ssp. longipes)Observer
omarabdelalDescription
There were multiple lizards like this one all around the area. They were hiding in dark areas under rocks and inside bushes.