A smaller version of Arizona wildlife, was the many butterflies I saw flying everywhere. The most impressive was at Canoa Historic Ranch natural area, where some of the plants had attracted many butterflies. This shot was of a cluster of Queen Butterflies in a garden area near the lake. 9/1/21 www.sparhawkphotography.com
More wildlife in Arizona. On the back porch of the cabin I stayed in in Madera Canyon, 4 raccoons came to visit in the early evening. It appeared to be two adults and two mostly-grown youngsters. I suspected that they were expecting a snack, and this one looks like he's waiting not-too-patiently. 8/31/21 www.sparhawkphotography.com
When walking in a residential street in Portal, AZ, I ran across a family group of Javelinas (pronounced Have-a-leena). the type of wild pigs that are found in SE Arizona. There were about 8 of them in the group, different ages and sizes.. I liked seeing the little baby hanging close to his mother. At this moment someone had yelled at them to get out of their yard, and they were scooting right along. They are considered pests, as they are pretty destructive in gardens, but I like seeing them when I can. 8/30/21 www.sparhawkphotography.com
