The Carolina North Forest is a refuge for a variety of wildlife.  These images are captured during my days out on the land. 

Photo by Jerry McGovern

 A coyote near the Crow branch.

 

Photo by Jerry McGovern

 

A barred owl above Bolin Creek

Photo by Jerry McGovern

Black Rat Snake (Elaphe obsoleta)  just off of the vine.  He wasn't angry until I wanted to take the picture.

Photo by Jerry McGovern

Cardinal Flower (Lobelia Cadinalis) on the bank of Bolin Creek.

Photo by Jerry McGovern

Water Strider on Bolin creek.