Rough-skinned neurotoxic newt

Rough-skinned is a name (quite descriptional, it definitely has rough skin), neurotoxic – physiological property (not a temper, as some may think).

aka Taricha granulosa.

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Toad

Western Toad aka Bufo boreas. More photos:

North Coast Trail – road and first day

This is story about our travel on the North Coast of Vancouver Island last summer. North of the Island is always fascinating me, and after my short visit to Cape Scott Park the desire to walk along the North Shore became unendurable. And finally in . . . → Continue reading North Coast Trail – road and first day