I believe these are scaup spp, maybe lesser scaup. Open to feedback and suggestions.
-Very small in size
-Look dried
-Resemble pine cone
-uncommon along the trail
-Grows on very small branches of trees
Espèce comestible
Bouillir dans un the
10-15 monarchs seen nectaring on butterfly bush
Calls at 9, 15, and 26 seconds