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Wildflower Eggs

By: Christena March 13, 2024March 17, 2024

Etc.Conservation, Llano Estacado, Texas Flowers, Wildflowers4 Comments

Can wildflowers resemble scrambled eggs? The answer is yes. Scrambled eggs as this flower is called is an early indicator of spring. This patch in Terry County is by far the largest specimens of this wildflower I have seen. This wildflower loves sandy soils. Wildflowers do grow on the Llano Estacado. You just have to…

Surprise

By: Christena March 11, 2024March 17, 2024

Etc.Llano Estacado, Nature, Thankful, Wildflowers2 Comments

This flower is among my all-time favorites on the Llano Estacado here in West Texas. Seeing it in bloom so early is an observation mark of what this Spring may bring. What will not be? Wildflowers do grow here in West Texas. You just have to be observant to discover them. Happy Monday and happy…

Music in the Sky

By: Christena January 30, 2024January 30, 2024

Etc.Bird Conservation, Birding, Llano Estacado, Sandhill Cranes, WildlifeLeave a Comment

From October to February, sometimes into March, the West Texas skies in certain counties become a symphony of sandhill cranes. In southeast Terry County, this last week there were thousands of them. Music to my ears. They are magnificent birds. Enjoy!