I hate this stuff but it’s so pretty when young
Middle of a gravel driveway about 1300’ elevation. Contains likely Oregon grape seeds and fibrous material.
Had a nice time today doing some webcasts for lots of classrooms. I talked about citizen science and urban biology! Observed some neat plants around the building during lunch. :)
Several chicks (3 or 4?) were flushed away before I saw them. The parent stayed on ground and tried to distract me.