Folklore says the woolly bear caterpillar can predict the severity of the winter by the length of its brown band. The more brown, the milder the winter and the less brown, the harsher the winter will be.
A Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel in Colorado. Unlike chipmunks, it has no stripes on its face.
Bee aware on the trail at Good Earth Village near Spring Valley, Minnesota.
Seen along the trail. Not many takers on the milo.
The Differential Grasshopper thinks the ant is a fool—and laughs, dances and plays the summer away.
The end of the bluebird trail for another year.