I happened upon the beaver pictured above within a short walk of iRobot during my lunch hour. It never ceases to amaze me how much wildlife abounds if you simply take the time to look for it. Pictured below is a male hooded merganser. During breeding season his plumage changes color. The head, back, and neck become black, with white stripes near the chest and tail, and a white crest develops on the back of the head that can be extended to attract mates.