A Walk at Henderson Conservation Area

Close to the C.A. entrance, a Great Spangled Fritillary caught my attention as it fluttered and landed on a nearby log.

Gray Comma underwing - the comma shape is visible on the hind wing

Gray Comma, upper wing. Gray Commas aren't common in south-western Ontario.

Eastern Amberwing and it's colourful shadow!

Variable Dancer - love the purple!

Wolf Spider Moms can carry their babies on their backs for a few weeks after the spiderlings hatch. (several are on her back!) This behavior can help to protect the spiderlings from predators. Once they are old enough to hunt for food on their own, they leave Mom's protection. After a quick look at me, Mom scurried off under the boardwalk and out of sight.