Second photo shows a cross section of the sweetgum seedpod
On a well decayed sweetgum pod. Purplish and bluish hues. Found near a pond, where there is lots of moisture.
On a well decayed sweetgum pod. Purplish and bluish hues can be seen on the fruiting bodies. Found near a pond.
A few years ago, we had a female box turtle come by our yard, dig a hole, and lay some eggs. (We actually got to see the baby turtles after they hatched.) Now, just a few feet away from the old egg-laying site, we have another turtle come by and begin to dig a hole as if it is going to lay some eggs.