DavidMroczkowski

Thanks, AshleyT. I thought so, but needed confirmation.

Also known as Scarlet Paintbrush. It is primarily pollinated by ruby-throated hummingbirds who can transfer the pollen long distances between typically small and scattered populations of this plant. It is usually found in moist meadows, prairies, and barrens.

Many thanks, LuckyLogan.

tadpoles

I can't tell from the image, but his might help...
http://www.discoverlife.org/mp/20q?guide...

Thanks, ScottRasmussen.

The two pictures are all that I took. It's about 2 to 2.5 inches front to back. I'm guessing raccoon, too. There were many other tracks along the same path.

Thanks, ForestDragon

I think so too. I getting many FOYs and this is a FIMY (first in my yard).

Rusty Blackbird is one of North America’s most rapidly declining species. The population has plunged an estimated 85-99 percent over the past forty years and scientists are completely puzzled as to what is the cause.