In the late winter or very early Spring, Maple Trees bloom, mostly unnoticed, except by those allergic to their pollen. The flower of a Silver Maple is quite beautiful and delicate when viewed up close. 105 Micro Nikkor, several images with different focus points stacked to increase depth of field.

Pussy Willow

Most people recognize Pussy Willows but don't realize if they weren't cut from the tree and dried, they would open up and flower into dozens of tiny yellow flowers. 105 Micro Nikkor several photos ant different focus points stacked to increase depth of field.

Marbled Orbweaver

Found this Marbled Orbweaver while out chopping wood the other day. The first time I have ever seen one.
105 Mico Nikkor. Several images, all at a different point of focus, stacked for increased depth of field.

Wheel Bugs

Found this mating pair of Wheel Bugs the other day. Named for the Wheel like protrusion on the thorax.
105 Micro Nikkor lens

Momma Spider

Found this Spider carrying around an egg sack in the front of my house. This Spider was about 2" long with it's legs spread. 105 Micro Nikkor

Lizard

Found this guy crawling around on my porch so I took him out into the sun to get a couple of shots before he took off. 105 Micro Nikkor

Stink Bug

I found this Florida Predatory Stink Bug in my woodpile. I couldn't figure out what it was so I got an old friend to ID it for me. I love the bright colors and contrast.  105 Micro Nikkor