In early spring, the snowy mespilus bursts into white blossoms that attract bees and early birds.

The snowy tree-cricket climbed the raspberry cane and began to lay eggs in the tender young shoots, a behavior that can injure the bushes.

At dusk, the chorus of snowy tree-crickets filled the quiet orchard with a soft, rhythmic song.

January is usually the snowiest month of the year in this region.