More terrific nature photos from David Cohen, who writes:
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, permit me to give thanks for the marvelous parks inside the District of Columbia! Here are five autumn images from the National Arboretum. Taken on October 6, 2015, they include a northern mockingbird.
Photos © David Cohen, davidcohenphotodc.com
A mockingbird dining on a native pokeweed. The berries are said to be toxic to humans. (IDs by Marjorie Rachlin)
The cabbage white butterfly.
By the way, the National Arboretum (3501 New York Avenue Northeast) is open on Thanksgiving. Another of Cohen’s favorite parks in the District, Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, is not open on this day, but it’s another beautiful spot to visit during the rest of the long holiday weekend.
Which of DC’s parks and landmarks are you most thankful for?