Ruby Star
Airpark
Critters
indigenous to the area
Located in the desert southwest at 4,000 feet of elevation,
Ruby Star Airpark is home to
many species not found at lower elevations in Arizona.
Almost everyday this raven comes to the Ballard fountain for water.
Bobcat
Long Horned Wood Boring Beetle
These are "Bad" beetles; they literally suck the life out of plants.
If you have ornamental plants and see one of these - flick it off.
Carpenter Bee
Fenced Lizard
Gambel Quail
Gila Monster
Gulf Fritillery
Hooded Oriole
Horned Lizard
King Snake
Pipevine Swallowtail
Road Runner
Sleepy Orange Butterflies
Many thanks to Melody and Glen Ballard for these photos and descriptions.