Introduction, and my favorite finds from 2017-Current
Posted: September 8th, 2018, 3:28 pm
Hey guys! I was finally able to make an account here which was definitely an adventure in itself. My emails weren't sending to Scott properly so I had to message someone on Facebook (if you're reading this, thank you very much once again!) and he was able to somehow find someone who was able to activate my account for me.
As for an introduction, I've been interested in wildlife ever since I was a small child. My mom used to be a traveling nurse so I basically got to grow up exploring various different states, cultures, and of course seeing tons of cool wildlife! My favorite places I've ever lived were California, Hawaii, Nevada and New Mexico (and hopefully, we're moving back out there next Summer! Fingers crossed). I'm currently a 20 year old gal living in Wisconsin with my parents. They're not as gung-ho about Herping as I am, but they really enjoy getting outdoors with me and exploring which is nice.
Although I never manage to find a big variety of species, I'm working on finding different areas to explore so hopefully I'm able to find some cool things before I move next year (mostly hoping for a C. horridus, which is one of my favorite rattlesnake species)
Anyways, now for some pictures! A few things were taken with a Nikon Coolpix L810 but after it finally kicked the bucket my dad surprised me with my very first DSLR, a Nikon D3400 with two kit lenses (18-55mm and 70-300mm). Hopefully before next year I can save up and get a nice Macro lens (I'm eyeing the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm F/2.8G IF-ED)
Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Map Turtle (Graptemys geographica) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Map Turtle (Graptemys geographica) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Map Turtle (Graptemys geographica) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Eastern Fox Snake (Pantherophis vulpinus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Eastern Fox Snake (Pantherophis vulpinus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Blanding’s Turtle (Emydoidea blandingii) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Blanding’s Turtle (Emydoidea blandingii) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
American Bullfrog (Lithobates catesbeianus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
This guys symmetrical markings are really pleasing to my OCD brain
Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
And now, for some non-herp critters:
Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Hairy Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus villosus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Hairy Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus villosus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Hairy Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus villosus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Setophaga coronata) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Purple Coneflower (Echinacea sp.) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Monarch (Danaus plexippus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Monarch (Danaus plexippus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Large Milkweed Bug (Oncopeltus fasciatus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
I hope you guys enjoyed my pictures! I'm always looking out for new tips and tricks so don't be afraid to tell me what I'm doing wrong
As for an introduction, I've been interested in wildlife ever since I was a small child. My mom used to be a traveling nurse so I basically got to grow up exploring various different states, cultures, and of course seeing tons of cool wildlife! My favorite places I've ever lived were California, Hawaii, Nevada and New Mexico (and hopefully, we're moving back out there next Summer! Fingers crossed). I'm currently a 20 year old gal living in Wisconsin with my parents. They're not as gung-ho about Herping as I am, but they really enjoy getting outdoors with me and exploring which is nice.
Although I never manage to find a big variety of species, I'm working on finding different areas to explore so hopefully I'm able to find some cool things before I move next year (mostly hoping for a C. horridus, which is one of my favorite rattlesnake species)
Anyways, now for some pictures! A few things were taken with a Nikon Coolpix L810 but after it finally kicked the bucket my dad surprised me with my very first DSLR, a Nikon D3400 with two kit lenses (18-55mm and 70-300mm). Hopefully before next year I can save up and get a nice Macro lens (I'm eyeing the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm F/2.8G IF-ED)
Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Map Turtle (Graptemys geographica) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Map Turtle (Graptemys geographica) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Northern Map Turtle (Graptemys geographica) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Eastern Fox Snake (Pantherophis vulpinus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Eastern Fox Snake (Pantherophis vulpinus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Blanding’s Turtle (Emydoidea blandingii) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Blanding’s Turtle (Emydoidea blandingii) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
American Bullfrog (Lithobates catesbeianus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
This guys symmetrical markings are really pleasing to my OCD brain
Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
And now, for some non-herp critters:
Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Hairy Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus villosus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Hairy Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus villosus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Hairy Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus villosus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Setophaga coronata) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Purple Coneflower (Echinacea sp.) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Monarch (Danaus plexippus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Monarch (Danaus plexippus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
Large Milkweed Bug (Oncopeltus fasciatus) by Alex Richards, on Flickr
I hope you guys enjoyed my pictures! I'm always looking out for new tips and tricks so don't be afraid to tell me what I'm doing wrong