Spring is here!

Officially, today is the first day of spring!  But here in Ohio it's a very chilly, blustery day with occasional snow flakes.  It's hard to imagine on a day like today that spring peepers and a leopard frog have started their mating calls, but according to Hays and Donna, they certainly have!

Since I am still sick, here are two pictures of spring peepers that were taken by me at EFCA on March 29, 2012.  These pictures remind me that I need to buy a macro lens!

Cute spring peeper resting on a twig in Toad Hall at EFCA.

Another spring peeper at Toad Hall.

With any luck, I'll be back at EFCA soon and capture more pictures of these adorable amphibians.  It's truly amazing just how cold it is now compared to this time last year.  I was able to just wear a t-shirt or sweatshirt and be comfortable whereas this year, a winter coat is a must!  Let's hope that it does warm up soon.

What are you excited to see this spring?  If amphibians aren't your thing, what wildflowers are you looking forward to seeing?  Please add your comments as well as any recommendations on lenses.