David Epithet / is on Nostr

Recently retired #EnvironmentalEngineer and #WaterResources consultant living in inland Southern California. Degrees in statistical ecology and civil engineering.
#engineering #environment #water #NaturePhotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #biology #NativePlants #bugs #herps #rocks #harmonica #WeirdMusic #Blues #noise #language #SciFi #mythology #meditation #progressive #glaucoma

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2024-11-16 23:13:42

The Lithops are blooming again
#garden #plants #succulents #Flowers #Florespondence #Bloomscrolling #SouthernCalifornia #lithops
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2024-10-12 19:35:45

Leafhopper assassin bug (Zelus renardii), Lakeview Mountains
#nature #NaturePhotography #bugs #insects #hemiptera #bugstodon #SouthernCalifornia
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2024-08-06 23:02:44

Today, I was waiting in line inside the DMV, and someone opened the door and let a large RAT into the building. Complete pandemonium ensued.
It was the best DMV visit ever.
#DMV #rats #screaming

2024-06-05 20:11:51

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@npub1vj0…wj4w Seems like such an injury would be a serious, life-threatening problem.

2024-06-05 19:59:11

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@npub1vj0…wj4w I've often wondered what wild horses do to keep their hooves in good condition.

2024-06-05 18:23:51

Rescued this little western black-headed snake (Tantilla planiceps) from our pool this morning.
#nature #NaturePhotography #reptiles #snakes #SouthernCalifornia
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2024-05-20 18:07:36

My Dad (92 years old) had to spend a few days in the hospital a couple weeks ago, and he just had the first visit from his home physical therapist. The guy had anti-vaxxer bumper stickers on his car. I confronted him, and he confirmed that he had never had any of the Covid shots. I told him that anyone else who is sent to our house will need to have them. I mean, WTF???

2023-09-03 13:27:53

Sacred Datura (Datura wrightii - nightshade family). Lots of these around right now. They're pollinated by hawk moths.
#nature #NaturePhotography #plants #NativePlants #Flowers #Florespondence #Bloomscrolling #Wildflowers #SouthernCalifornia
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