The deciduous forests of eastern North America seem very dull as winter becomes spring. The snow vanishes to leave a layer of brown leaves under the leafless trees.
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| central Minnesota forest in April |
Nevertheless, as the temperatures warm, it is irresistable to wander outdoors in the forest.
And, then you spot a spring wildflower!
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| Can you see it? A pink flower (pink form of rue anemone, Thalictrum thalictroides) |