Since 2008, NPSS IMOG made 7 trips to Venus Drive inclusive of a night macro. We visited the illustrious site again and found that the authority had chopped down some trees at the entrance of the trail. The surrounding looked roomy than before I must say.
Like we always do, we surveyed the grass patch with expansive undergrowth prior to the trail. Nothing much really except some common Lynx Spider, Moth and Dragonfly. By 7.30 am, there was a steady stream of people walking towards the trail for their morning jogs and walks. One of them came from the trail and stopped by to have a little chat.
The weather was great with a mix of cloud and sun. Amongst the regular Macro photographers, Carlos Caparas from the Philippines took the time to join us on this occasion.
As we walked along the trail, we noticed the habitat was a little different. There were many flood-damaged shrubs and an elderly man told us that the recent flood caused havoc to the vegetation near the stream. He gestured his hands to his waist and told us that the flood rose to waist high!
Our “leaf stalker” spotted an unusual sighting again. Hazel was attracted to the rich warm colours on the leaf and upon closer examination, she also noticed there were tiny transparent eggs on the leaf.
There!!" ... It was a hilarious moment. These beautiful creatures are inconspicuous if you are not observant.
Allan discovered a hideous murder along the forest trail ... what seem to be Cordyceps, a parasitic fungus that had infected a Bee. The filaments had spread into the internal organs of the Bee and sucked it dry.
Last but not least, these cute little tiny Fungus were found growing on a tree bark. They also appear to be glowing in bright daylight. Apart from this, there were other unusual stumpy looking fungus. We were wondering could the recent heavy down pour and flood contributed to the growth of these fungus?
Last but not least, these cute little tiny Fungus were found growing on a tree bark. They also appear to be glowing in bright daylight. Apart from this, there were other unusual stumpy looking fungus. We were wondering could the recent heavy down pour and flood contributed to the growth of these fungus?
We ended our morning adventure in the late morning as our tummies were rumbling. On this note, we wish to inform all readers and followers that we will be taking a short break in July. Our next IMOG adventure and update will be in August. Till then, keep exploring and may the bugs be with you!
We hope to see you again.
Present (11) : Simon, Michael, Allan, Kyaw Htay, Eugene, YiXiong, Yeo TL, Carlos, Tony, Hazel and Sharon (Team Leader).
Yes, Sharon! We should change the skin once in a while to give it a refreshing look :D
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