Gathering Clouds

1/80s, f7.1, 400ISO, autoWB, 18mm.

After a long work day, clouds form over Lake 240.

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Caddis on Leaf

1/125s, f9, 800ISO, autoWB, 90mm Tamron macro.

A large mottled brown caddisfly perches in a folded leaf on the spit between lakes.

Green Dragonfly

1/160s, f8, 400ISO, autoWB, 90mm Tamron macro.

I found this large dragonfly (likely Odonata: Anisoptera: Gomphidae: Hagenius brevistylus) in the sand and put it in a nearby spruce tree to dry.

Giant Eastern Crane Fly

1.3s, f10, 800ISO, autoWB, 90mm Tamron macro. tripod

This brown striped crane fly (Diptera: Pediciidae: Pedicia albivitta) is a striking crane fly.

BioHauls

1/320s, f7.1, 200ISO, autoWB, 18mm.

Before we start our experiment, we collect phytoplankton and zooplankton to add to our enclosures.

Bottom Sediments

1/160s, f7.1, 200ISO, autoWB, 18mm.

Sediments can be seen along the shore of Lake 240 when using a polarizing filter.

White Moth

1/200s, f9, 800ISO, autoWB, 90mm Tamron macro.

Moths continue to be attracted to the light outside the door. This small pale moth is another specimen.