I didn't know that garters can mate at this time of year. It appears the female consumed a sizable meal.
Just came out, lots of ants on the fence so I decided to move him to the tree
Something or someone broke the Giant Puffball (second photograph from July 25th). It lasted at least 4 days, which is a bit longer than the usual longevity of a Giant Puffball in these woods.
decided that this is a meadow vole due to habitat - community garden surrounded by an open park. As well the tail is shorter than the body.
This is a about 9cm long, not including tail