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Caught in the evening light
''This deciduous shrub has small pink flowers in summer but it's usually grown for the elegant white berries that it produces in the autumn. The berries are round, fleshy and last long after the shrub has shed its leaves for the year. It grows reasonably quickly and is a good choice for gardeners looking for a shrub to liven up an autumn border. It's happiest in a sunny spot in fertile soil, but it's also adaptable enough to cope with a partially shaded area. The berries can cause a mild skin irritation when handled, so do wear gloves if handling the plant.''
Red foxes are nocturnal animals. They sleep 8-10 hours a day, usually curled up in a ball, with their noses in their fluffy tails. They prefer sleeping outside of their den as it allows them to detect any threats.
Red foxes are very adaptable to their environment and therefore survive well in urban settings.
Artistic framing of a small surfboard replica inside a souvenirs shop.
Just like life, surfing is a journey full of ups and downs, full of lessons learned along the way that make us continually humbled.
Surfing mirrors life where balance is an ongoing process of constant adjustment and alignment. Not every moment is ripe for action.
"Just take your time - wave comes. Let the other guys go, catch another one."
Raccoons are very adaptable, so they live in a wide range of climates and habitats. Raccoons are round, fuzzy creatures with bushy tails and a black mask of fur that covers their eye area. These animals may look like cute, cuddly bandits, but they can be quite fearsome when approached.
Clever adaptable birds .Whether its stealing chicks, mugging other birds, Hanging around fast food outlets (even at night in the cities) or at rubbish dumps .These birds are survivors. love getting them in flight great practice!! This one is enjoying bullying the black headed gulls around.
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The Barn Swallow is often overlooked because it is so common, the most numerous swallow in the world. Between seasons it swoops between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres but nearly half of them return to the same nesting area each year.
One nasty habit of some males without a mate is they will kill the nestlings of a mated couple which causes them to separate and provides the single male a chance to mate with the female.
Barn swallows once housed primarily in caves but now build their nests now almost exclusively on structures built by humans, a sign of their adaptability in a changing world.
Let’s all do our part to make sure the swallow population stays healthy in Minnesota. A single adult swallow can eat up to 850 mosquitos in a day or over 25,000 in a month.
I propose we make them our state bird.
(Photographed near Cambridge, MN)
Adult Red Fox with a kit. The wily fox is normally found in open fields and woodlands but is very adaptable. This female is raising six pups in the Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore City, Maryland. Photo by Matt Culler.
I'm such an adaptable person. I can get used to almost every situation, I can deal with very different instances. Kinda natural mimicry.
Well, about this... not much sharp :( And too close for my taste... LOL! Anyway, if you dare, see the big nose.
Explore #204.
The quarrelsome Indian Rufous Treepie. One of the more noisy birds found in the backyard. It is native to the Indian Subcontinent and adjoining parts of Southeast Asia. It is a member of the crow family, Corvidae. It is long tailed and has loud musical calls making it very conspicuous. It is found commonly in open scrub, agricultural areas, forests as well as urban gardens. Like other Corvids it is very adaptable, omnivorous and opportunistic in feeding.
Nature can be so resilient and adaptable. Spirit Lake near Mt St Helens is an impressive example. If you look closely at the lake, you'll see that half of it is still full of logs from the 1980 eruption that knocked down trees many miles away. At the time, scientists thought that Spirit Lake may take decades to recover as the water turned toxic, infested by noxious bacteria and slime molds. The lack of oxygen killed off much of the life in the lake. But phytoplankton emerged and within just a few years began to restore the lake's oxygen levels. The water became clear again and fish were able to be reintroduced. What a great turn-around story!
Why Angus?
Angus offers solid red or black coloring that crosses well with other breeds
Superb mothers with superior milking ability
Early maturity and fertility
Calving ease and vigorous live calves
No dehorning is needed with highly heritable, natural polled genes
Virtually no cancer eye or sunburned udders
Sound feet and legs
Adaptable to all weather conditions
Natural foraging traits
Superior feed conversion
Natural marbling for tasty, tender beef
Preferred carcass size and quality
Metrotown, Burnaby, British Columbia
A 4-storey rental space built in 1972 has been demolished.
Anthem Properties will build a
" 44-storey tower above 4 levels of underground parking.
In total 358 new condominiums within the 44-storey tower, 4 townhomes and 78 adaptable units for people facing mobility challenges. Plus, an additional 6-storey rental tower will replace the old rental development and offer just as many units as the last (86 units).
For the 44-storey tower, the unit layouts will range from studio, 1-, 2- & 3-bedrooms and residents will enjoy 7,100 square feet of amenity space. For the 6-storey rental building, the unit layouts will range from studio, 1- & 2-bedrooms and residents will enjoy 1,730 square feet of amenity space. "
Squirrel Awareness Month is a lively and engaging time to appreciate these clever and agile creatures. It invites us to take a closer look at squirrels in our parks and backyards, encouraging us to observe their playful antics and fascinating behaviors.
This month-long celebration aims to increase our understanding and appreciation of these small yet important animals in our environment.
Celebrated for their role in nature, squirrels play a vital part in forest regeneration. By burying nuts and seeds, often forgetting their locations, they help plant trees, contributing to forest growth.
Their activities ensure the spread of various plant species, highlighting their significance in maintaining ecological balance. Additionally, their adaptability to urban settings shows their resilience and resourcefulness.
Beyond their ecological contributions, squirrels are fun to watch and interact with. Known for their friendly demeanor, they often approach humans, making them a delightful presence in our daily lives.
Squirrel Awareness Month encourages people to feed them responsibly, plant trees, and share their encounters on social media, fostering a community that values and protects these fascinating animals.
View large to see eye-bar and markers down the body from there. One more song sparrow to visit. I have noticed that the Song sparrows I've found in Monterey, Elkhorn Slough, and Big Sur have much deeper browns, almost a copper on the wings and face. These are much more brown-black on interior birds. It has very distinctive markings in a beautiful pattern on the head, wings, and breast.
The Song sparrow (Melospiza melodia) is a medium-sized New World sparrow. Among the native sparrows in North America, it is easily one of the most abundant, variable and adaptable species. Regardless of variations, it is a most plain but beautiful with different songs in California, Washington, Oregon and other states. The most telling markers are the bird's breast feathers with one prominent black mark in the center. I always try for that marker but, as you can see with yesterday's upload, I don't always succeed. (I call these markers, "arrowheads" because as with the Fox sparrow, that is their shape.)
We found this one and five more on large aloe cactus in the median strip of the boardwalk between Monterey and Pacific Grove, where a million Monarch butterflies land at the end of the last leg of one of their major migrations.
Tomorrow, Chipping or Lark, I haven't decided.
Juvenile
Red-tailed hawks are adaptable birds and can be found in a variety of habitats, including open fields, forests, and even urban areas. They are often seen perched on high vantage points, such as trees or utility poles, while hunting for prey. Their diet is diverse and includes small mammals, birds, reptiles, and even carrion. They are known for their powerful vision, which helps them spot prey from a distance.
The great tit (Parus major) is a species of bird in the tit family (Paridae). It is the largest and most widespread species of tit in Europe. In addition, their range extends across the Middle East and through the temperate zone of Asia to the Far East.
The original habitat of the great tit is deciduous and mixed forests with old trees; however, due to its adaptability, it can be found in almost any habitat where it can find cavities for nesting. It is usually one of the most common bird species. The food is very diverse, but mainly insects and their larvae as well as plant food such as seeds or nuts are eaten. Nests are built in tree cavities, nesting boxes or other cavities and usually between six and twelve eggs are laid in them. Most great tits remain in their breeding areas in winter, where they sometimes roam in small groups and also socialize with other tits. Birds from more northern regions sometimes also migrate to more southern regions.
From early spring and sometimes even in winter, the quite conspicuous, metallic-light song can be heard, which can be a two-syllable tsi-da ... tsi-da ... tsi-da or, for example, as tsi-da-tsit ... also three syllables. In addition, the great tit has a very wide repertoire of calls such as a high pink and a warning dädädä.
More than 30 subspecies of the great tit used to be counted. Due to genetic studies, however, the East and South Asian populations were classified as separate species (Parus minor and Parus cinereus), which currently have no German names. Only 15 subspecies are assigned to the great tit.
Die Kohlmeise (Parus major) ist eine Vogelart aus der Familie der Meisen (Paridae). Sie ist die größte und am weitesten verbreitete Meisenart in Europa. Darüber hinaus erstreckt sich ihr Verbreitungsgebiet über den Nahen Osten und durch die gemäßigte Zone Asiens bis nach Fernost.
Der ursprüngliche Lebensraum der Kohlmeise sind Laub- und Mischwälder mit alten Bäumen; aufgrund ihrer Anpassungsfähigkeit kommt sie jedoch in fast allen Lebensräumen vor, in denen sie Höhlen zum Nisten findet. Sie zählt meist zu den häufigsten Vogelarten. Die Nahrung ist sehr vielfältig, jedoch werden hauptsächlich Insekten und deren Larven sowie pflanzliche Nahrung wie beispielsweise Samen oder Nussfrüchte gefressen. Nester werden in Baumhöhlen, Nistkästen oder anderen Hohlräumen gebaut und meist zwischen sechs und zwölf Eier hineingelegt. Die meisten Kohlmeisen bleiben im Winter in ihren Brutgebieten, wo sie teilweise in kleinen Trupps umherstreifen und sich auch mit anderen Meisen vergesellschaften. Vögel nördlicherer Regionen wandern zum Teil auch in südlichere Gegenden ab.
Ab dem zeitigen Frühjahr und teilweise auch schon im Winter ist der recht auffällige, metallisch-helle Gesang zu vernehmen, der ein zweisilbiges tsi-da … tsi-da … tsi-da oder beispielsweise als tsi-da-tsit … auch dreisilbig sein kann. Daneben verfügt die Kohlmeise über ein sehr breites Repertoire an Rufen wie beispielsweise ein hohes pink und ein warnendes dädädä.
Früher wurden über 30 Unterarten zur Kohlmeise gezählt. Aufgrund genetischer Untersuchungen wurden die ost- und südasiatischen Populationen jedoch als eigene Arten (Parus minor und Parus cinereus) abgegliedert, die derzeit noch keine deutschen Namen haben. Der Kohlmeise werden danach nur noch 15 Unterarten zugerechnet.
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The pinnacle of Federation design, The LL-928 Galaxy Explorer lasted generations longer than virtually any other craft. Its combination of speed, power, and adaptability made it not just a perennial favourite amongst Federation pilots, but also a symbol of the Federation's mission as a whole.
Proudly presenting this version of the Galaxy explorer using only common, cheaply available elements! I've made instructions available, and the parts (without minifigs) are gettable on bricklink for about €100/£85 or less!
Instructions are here:
rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-85884/The%20Brick%20Artisan/ll-9...
I built in a lot of play features - working landing gear, a rover which can be contained in the back, swivelling rear doors like the original, and also the original a rear folding hatch, and roof which hinges up.
Dutch Design Week 2017 in Eindhoven (the Netherlands). The (w)ego pavilion by MVRDV is a fascinating real size sketch that visualises the idea of adaptable living spaces that follow its inhabitants' changing needs for specific spaces. A very interesting concept that may pave the way to new technical developments in optimised urban living space. The striking colours mark each individual space, but the use of colours is also are a reference to its original source of inspiration: the famous children’s cartoon Barbapapa.
PAMPAS GRASS ..........
Erva-das-pampas
PLUMERILLO ~~~~~~~
cortadera , pasto cortadera, cortadera de las pampas,yerba de las Pampas ,hierba de las Pampas, plumero, cola de zorro, carrizo de la Pampa, paja penacho, paina, cortaderia, ginerio , gimnerio
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Cortaderia selloana (Schult. & Schult. f.) Asch. & Graebn.(= Cortaderia dioica)
Familia: Poaceae (Poáceas)
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Esta es una hierba que crece en densa mata, pudiendo alcanzar 3 m de altura; hojas siempreverdes, largas y finas, 1–2 m de largo y 1 cm ancho, con bordes muy afilados (debiéndosela manipular con cuidado), color verde azulinas, pero pueden llegar a gris plateadas.
Flores en densa panícula blanca de 30 a 90 cm de largo y 2 a 3 m de altura sus varas florales; sus espiguillas de 15-25 mm, c/una con 4-6 flores.
Flores masculinas con 3-estambres, ovario rudimentario; femeninas con un ovario desarrollado y dos estilos plumosos.
Florece de septiembre a octubre.
Es de hábito hemicriptéfito, con raíces profundas y gruesas.
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Es nativa de las provincias argentinas de: Buenos Aires, Catamarca, Chaco, Chubut, Córdoba, Entre Ríos, Formosa, La Pampa, La Rioja, Mendoza, Río Negro, Salta.
También vegeta en gran parte de Chile y de Uruguay, así como en el sur del Brasil en los estados de Paraná, Rio Grande Do Sul y Santa Catarina.
Fue introducida a Europa y a Norteamérica como planta ornamental, y en menor medida como forrajera. Las flores lanudas plumosas, al secar, son muy usadas en floristería.
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Hay varios cultivares:
'Albolineata' — pequeño cultivar que solo alcanza 2 m en altura. Hojas variegadas, con manchas amarillas.
'Sunningdale Silver' — alcanza 3 m y particularmente plumeros florales densos. Esta variedad ha sido galardonada por la Royal Horticultural Society con el Premio al Mérito en Jardinería.
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Es altamente adaptable, creciendo en una amplia gama de ambientes y climas.
Semilla prolíficamente, cada planta puede producir más de 1 millón de simientes durante su vida.
Por ello, en lugares como California, Hawaii, o el norte de España es una especie invasora, mientras que en Nueva Zelanda y en Sudáfrica se prohibe su venta y propagación, por las mismas razones.
Su extirpación por quemado no logra afectar su rebrote.
Se usa herbicida AquaMaster que mata sus raíces.
Si se tiene alergia a las gramíneas, no es recomendable el plantarla.
Con las hojas se obtiene celulosa.
Es planta medicinal como febrífugo infantil, diurética y sudorífera.
Se utilizan para adorno de floreros secos, a veces teñida de otros colores, para eso se los corta cuando son jóvenes y se los seca cabeza abajo.
Soporta bien las heladas de hasta -10 grados.
Prefiere el pleno sol, pero puede crecer con sombra parcial.
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(15 de Marzo de 2009)
Reserva ecológica de la Costanera Sur, Ciudad de Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA.
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Der "Garden of Vulcan" ist ein vom britischen Landschaftsarchitekten Tom Stuart-Smith geschaffenes Gartenkabinett, in dem sich die Vegetation nach dem Ausbringen von Sämereien selbst organisieren sollte. Im Lauf der Jahre wurde der Pflanzenteppich immer üppiger. "Zuerst wachsen Pflanzen, die flexibel und anpassungsfähig sind. Später kommen die Bäume, in deren Schatten sich Tiere ansiedeln können. Die Tiere erschaffen ein Netz aus Schneisen in die neue, üppige Vegetation. Erst dann entstehen die Hütten.
So beschreibt der englische Landschaftsarchitekt Tom Stuart-Smith den Vegetations- und Besiedelungsprozess der Erde. Doch natürlich konnte der Mensch sich der Landschaft nicht ohne fremde Hilfe bemächtigen: Ihm half der römische Gott Vulcanus, dessen Geschichte der Gestaltung des Gartens zugrunde liegt." Diese, von mir allerdings stark gekürzte, Beschreibung findet sich auf der Homepage der Gärten der Welt.
www.gaertenderwelt.de/gaerten-architektur/internationale-...
"The Garden of Vulcan" is a garden cabinet created by the British landscape architect Tom Stuart-Smith, in which the vegetation was supposed to organise itself after sowing seeds. Over the years, the plant carpet became increasingly lush. "First, plants grow that are flexible and adaptable. Later, trees grow and animals can live in their shade. The animals create a network of trails in the new, lush vegetation. Only then do huts appear.
English landscape architect Tom Stuart-Smith describes the vegetation and colonisation process of the earth. Of course, man could not take over the landscape without outside help: He was helped by the Roman god Vulcan, whose history provides the design concept of the garden. Immerse yourself in the world of mythical fire and experience an extraordinary abundance of flowers of all colours." This description, though greatly abridged by me, comes from the homepage of the Gardens of the World.
www.gaertenderwelt.de/en/gardens-architecture/internation...
Living on the water as I do, I have the great pleasure of observing dragonflies from early spring through late fall in their many diverse shapes, colors and forms. A traditional symbol of transformation and adaptability in life in many cultures, I find them remarkable and wonderfully valuable companions as they accompany me both on land and water, always seemingly intent on keeping more annoying flying creatures at bay. There is something quite magical when a dragonfly chooses to land on your hand or shoulder...a rare experience, but one almost spiritually energizing when it occurs. They never fail to captivate me nor gain my appreciative attention.
Their numbers are dwindling now as we move into fall, the "late varieties" now enjoying their moment in the sun. I've come to know the various species and when in the season they typically arrive, eagerly anticipating that first sighting as if awaiting a prodigal. They are my friends and I already miss them.
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Time is for dragonflies and angels. The former live too little and the latter live too long.
-- James Thurber
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Still finding small satisfaction in creative macro processing, I nevertheless continue to try, this mono texturized effort as a lead, followed by a color version and the SOOC in comments. The effort here was prompted by what you'll agree was a rather dull background in the original. I must admit I am still awaiting that "wow" reaction I get when looking at some of your efforts. [Definitely better larger]
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blaumeise' is a stunning lacecap hydrangea known for its vibrant blue flowers and adaptability to various garden settings.
This variety features large, flat flower heads that can reach up to 9 inches (22 cm) across, with cobalt blue florets surrounding a central cluster of tiny fertile flowers. In alkaline soils, the flowers may turn a soft pink colour. The plant has coarsely toothed, glossy dark green leaves that frame the flowers.
'Blaumeise' thrives in partial shade but can tolerate full sun if the soil remains moist. It is best suited for rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. The plant prefers acidic to neutral soil for optimal blue coloration. To maintain the blue hue, gardeners can add aluminum sulfate to the soil. Conversely, adding lime will shift the colour towards pink.
Ensure the soil is kept evenly moist, as this hydrangea is not drought-tolerant. Mulching around the base can help retain soil moisture and protect the roots.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth for the next season. Avoid heavy pruning in late autumn to protect the buds from frost damage.
22. Chinese Zodiac Signs
120 in 2020
My daughter was born in the Year of the Rat and we have a collection of chops (seals) featuring the Rat. People born in the year of the Rat are considered to be acute, calm and cautious. They are very adaptable and observant, industrious and considerate. They can also be stubborn! Happy Chinese New Year.
Garden fence lizard ( Calotes versicolor )
This is a very adaptable species that can be found in urban habitats such as gardens and parks. This species is so adaptable that it can be found around the house that have plants grows around.
It can rapidly change its colours from yellowish orange to greyish brown, including the formation of dark stripes across the cheeks and body. The colour also varies during the breeding season. It occurs widely across Asia from India all the way down to Thailand, Vietnam and Peninsular Malaysia in Southeast Asia.
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Two mottled ducks returning to the water.
The mottled duck (Anas fulvigula) or mottled mallard is a medium-sized dabbling duck. It is intermediate in appearance between the female mallard and the American black duck. It is closely related to those species, and is sometimes considered a subspecies of the former, but this is inappropriate (see systematics).
There are two distinct populations of mottled ducks. One population, A. fulvigula maculosa (mottled duck), lives on the Gulf of Mexico coast between Alabama and Tamaulipas (Mexico); outside the breeding season individual birds may venture as far south as to Veracruz. The other, A. fulvigula fulvigula (Florida duck), is resident in central and south Florida and occasionally strays north to Georgia. The same disjunct distribution pattern was also historically found in the local sandhill cranes.
Along the Gulf of Mexico coast, the mottled duck is one of the most frequently banded waterfowl. This is due in part to the fact that it is mostly non-migratory. Approximately one out of every twenty mottled ducks is banded, making it an extremely prized and sought after bird among hunters. - Wikipedia
The hooded crow (Corvus cornix) is easy to recognize by its two tone plumage: a grey body with a black head, wings, and tail. Highly adaptable, it thrives along coasts, on farmland, and in parks and cities. An opportunistic omnivore, it eats worms, insects, berries, nuts, and carrion, caches food and reliably finds it again, and can even recognize individual human faces. From March it nests high in trees, with both adults feeding the young. Many birds remain in the same area throughout the year, while northern populations move south and west in winter. Everywhere it serves as nature’s clean up crew.
The Consolidated PBY Catalina was a versatile flying boat used extensively during World War II by Allied forces. Known for its distinctive boat-shaped fuselage and long wings, it served in a variety of roles, including maritime patrol, search and rescue, anti-submarine warfare, and transport. Its long range and ability to land on water made it ideal for open-ocean operations, such as locating and rescuing downed airmen or tracking enemy ships. The Catalina’s durability and adaptability earned it a reputation as a reliable workhorse in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters.
Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo, Linnaeus, 1758))
Family: Phalacrocoracidae.
Length: 80 to 100cm Wingspan: 130 to 160cm Weight: 2 to 2.5Kg Lifespan: 15 to 20 years.
In the UK it will be seen throughout the entire twelve months of year.
The Cormorant was once found only on the coastlines of the UK, but from the 1950’s recordings, it is now more commonly seen inland, on lakes, flooded pits, reservoirs, rivers and ponds. Because of this it is continually in conflict with commercial fisheries and private lakes for anglers. The reason is easy to observe, as the diving cormorant is supreme at catching most types of fish, the larger ones it will bring to the surface before swallowing them. It is found widespread across Europe’s inland waters and coastlines, being equally adaptable to feed on a variety of salt and fresh water fish. Will also be seen in harbours, marinas and on rocky coastlines where it can sometimes be mistaken for a Shag, (being very similar in appearance).
The bird has a somewhat prehistoric appearance, enhanced by its reptilian neck and the way it stands, with its wings half-open to catch the warmth of the sun to dry. Often will be seen in small and medium flocks with other similar sized water birds.
Nesting: The large nest is made up of various sized sticks, mostly in trees or on cliff ledges, sometimes near to the ground on small islands in large lakes and estuaries. three to four eggs are laid, one brood a year.
The UK has just over 40,000 Wintering birds and just over 9,000 breeding pairs recorded in 2022.
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La gaviota argéntea es un ave ruidosa y pendenciera y una de las gaviotas más extendidas y adaptables del hemisferio norte. Se alimentan en cultivos y alrededor de los depósitos de basura, así como en la playa y con frecuencia sigue a los barcos pesqueros esperando que lancen cualquier resto por la borda.
Estas gaviotas crían en grupos y construyen sus nidos con algas y otras plantas. Suelen anidar en el suelo, pero en algunas ciudades costeras hacen sus nidos en los tejados. Si sienten una amenaza cerca de sus huevos o polluelos, los padres forman círculos por encima de ellos, emitiendo un chillido agudo y ensordecedor. Miden hasta 60 cm de largo
Este ave tiene una distribución esencialmente mediterránea, aunque se reproduce también en el litoral atlántico y algunas de sus islas (Azores, Madeira y Canarias). Vive principalmente en costa rocosa acantilada e islotes en la época de reproducción y puede pasar el invierno en bahías, estuarios, puertos e incluso embalses.
Actualmente es muy común, y debido a la saturación de sus colonias, ha comenzado a colonizar el interior, sobre todo en ciudades (dónde aparecen en los basureros) y ríos. La mayor colonia de gaviota patiamarilla esta en las illas Cies ( pontevedra)
The herring gull is a bird noisy and quarrelsome, and one of the most widespread and adaptable gulls in the northern hemisphere. They feed on crops and around the garbage dumps and on the beach and often follows fishing boats waiting to launch any other overboard.
These gulls breed in groups and build their nests with algae and other plants. They usually nest in soil, but in some coastal cities make their nests on rooftops. If you feel a threat close to its eggs or chicks, the parents are circled above them, issuing a sharp and deafening shriek. Measured up to 60 cm long
This bird has a mainly Mediterranean distribution, but also played on the Atlantic coast and some of its islands (Azores, Madeira and Canary Islands). Lives mostly in rocky coastal cliffs and islets in the breeding season and may spend the winter in bays, estuaries, harbors and dams.
Currently it is very common, and due to the saturation of its colonies, has begun to colonize the interior, especially in cities (where they appear in the garbage) and rivers. The largest colony of gulls in this patiamarilla Illas Cies (pontevedra)
It always amazes me how hearty and adaptable birds are, especially ones as common as a crow. Walking around bare-pawed on Granville Island in the snow. I couldn't do it :)
PAMPAS GRASS ..........
Erva-das-pampas
PLUMERILLO ~~~~~~~
cortadera , pasto cortadera, cortadera de las pampas,yerba de las Pampas ,hierba de las Pampas, plumero, cola de zorro, carrizo de la Pampa, paja penacho, paina, cortaderia, ginerio , gimnerio
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Cortaderia selloana (Schult. & Schult. f.) Asch. & Graebn.(= Cortaderia dioica)
Familia: Poaceae (Poáceas)
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Esta es una hierba que crece en densa mata, pudiendo alcanzar 3 m de altura; hojas siempreverdes, largas y finas, 1–2 m de largo y 1 cm ancho, con bordes muy afilados (debiéndosela manipular con cuidado), color verde azulinas, pero pueden llegar a gris plateadas.
Flores en densa panícula blanca de 30 a 90 cm de largo y 2 a 3 m de altura sus varas florales; sus espiguillas de 15-25 mm, c/una con 4-6 flores.
Flores masculinas con 3-estambres, ovario rudimentario; femeninas con un ovario desarrollado y dos estilos plumosos.
Florece de septiembre a octubre.
Es de hábito hemicriptéfito, con raíces profundas y gruesas.
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DISTRIBUCIÓN:
Es nativa de las provincias argentinas de: Buenos Aires, Catamarca, Chaco, Chubut, Córdoba, Entre Ríos, Formosa, La Pampa, La Rioja, Mendoza, Río Negro, Salta.
También vegeta en gran parte de Chile y de Uruguay, así como en el sur del Brasil en los estados de Paraná, Rio Grande Do Sul y Santa Catarina.
Fue introducida a Europa y a Norteamérica como planta ornamental, y en menor medida como forrajera. Las flores lanudas plumosas, al secar, son muy usadas en floristería.
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Hay varios cultivares:
'Albolineata' — pequeño cultivar que solo alcanza 2 m en altura. Hojas variegadas, con manchas amarillas.
'Sunningdale Silver' — alcanza 3 m y particularmente plumeros florales densos. Esta variedad ha sido galardonada por la Royal Horticultural Society con el Premio al Mérito en Jardinería.
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Es altamente adaptable, creciendo en una amplia gama de ambientes y climas.
Semilla prolíficamente, cada planta puede producir más de 1 millón de simientes durante su vida.
Por ello, en lugares como California, Hawaii, o el norte de España es una especie invasora, mientras que en Nueva Zelanda y en Sudáfrica se prohibe su venta y propagación, por las mismas razones.
Su extirpación por quemado no logra afectar su rebrote.
Se usa herbicida AquaMaster que mata sus raíces.
Si se tiene alergia a las gramíneas, no es recomendable el plantarla.
Con las hojas se obtiene celulosa.
Es planta medicinal como febrífugo infantil, diurética y sudorífera.
Se utilizan para adorno de floreros secos, a veces teñida de otros colores, para eso se los corta cuando son jóvenes y se los seca cabeza abajo.
Soporta bien las heladas de hasta -10 grados.
Prefiere el pleno sol, pero puede crecer con sombra parcial.
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(2 de Marzo de 2009)
San Andrés, partido de San Martín, provincia de Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA
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As a highly adaptable species, chimpanzees inhabit a range of habitats, including tropical rainforest, montane rainforests at altitudes of up to 3000m, swap forests, less densely vegetated forest-savannah mosaics, and even dry savannah.
A Brown Pelican, the smaller of the two species in the US flies so close I thought I would be it's next meal. They are more adaptable of the two species and live in close proximity to humans. They are also the only species that dive head first for there prey.
Long-tailed Tits are commonly found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, gardens, parks, and hedgerows. They are adaptable birds and can be seen in both deciduous and coniferous environments. Their diet primarily consists of insects and spiders. They forage in trees and shrubs, searching for small invertebrates on branches and leaves. They may also feed on seeds and berries, especially in winter when insects are less abundant.
We always hear them in the distance, calling to one another in a high pitched voice. We lucked out as this guy was at the top of a tree just singing away, and not bothered much by our presence. Soon after, another male quail flew up, fussed and fought and took over as Guard. The original Quail took his time and sauntered away seemingly not quite ready to give up his post. We are always excited to get a picture of the bird that became the Official State Bird of California in 1931. Known for their hardiness and adaptability, the native California Valley Quail is a plump bird, smaller than a pigeon, with a distinctive black plume on its head and a black bib with a white stripe under its beak.
The adaptable, omnivorous, diurnal Eastern Gray Squirrel is the native American mammal people most frequently see east of the Mississippi River. It prefers to den inside trees, but will construct large nests of leaves in the canopy if tree cavities are not available. An average of two to three blind, hairless young make up a litter. Litters are produced once or twice a year, in February and March and again in July through September. The young are weaned at eight or nine weeks, when their previously protective mother abandons them. In September, yearlings and some adults strike out to establish their own home ranges in a process called the ""fall reshuffle."" These home ranges are rarely more than one or two hectares in size. Successful as they are, Eastern Gray Squirrels live only 11-12 months on average, but some individuals have survived more than ten years in the wild.
I found this one in my backyard appearing to play Hide-and-seek. It was actually helping itself to the bird seed I put out for my birds.
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It breeds primarily in temperate regions of Europe—from the British Isles and Scandinavia in the north, across central and eastern Europe, and into western Asia. The eastern populations are sometimes considered subspecies due to slight morphological and vocal differences. After the breeding season, the common whitethroat is fully migratory, with nearly all individuals wintering in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in the Sahel region. Migration typically occurs in two major waves—southward in late summer to early autumn and northward in spring. In terms of habitat, the common whitethroat favors open and semi-open landscapes, often choosing areas with dense low vegetation such as scrublands, hedgerows, woodland edges, and overgrown fields. It is particularly fond of bramble thickets and other thorny or tangled shrubs, which offer cover for nesting and a rich supply of insects. During migration and in wintering grounds, its habitat preferences remain fairly consistent, though it may also occupy more arid or savanna-like environments in Africa, especially those with scattered shrubs and tall grasses. This adaptability to varied habitats makes it one of the more successful and widely distributed warblers in its range.
"Widespread and familiar (though often called 'crane'), the largest heron in North America. Often seen standing silently along inland rivers or lakeshores, or flying high overhead, with slow wingbeats, its head hunched back onto its shoulders. Highly adaptable, it thrives around all kinds of waters from subtropical mangrove swamps to desert rivers to the coastline of southern Alaska. With its variable diet it is able to spend the winter farther north than most herons, even in areas where most waters freeze."
from audubon.org
The common grackle, native to North America, is a striking black bird with iridescent plumage. Known for its distinctive metallic calls, it often forms large flocks, particularly during migration. Opportunistic omnivores, they feed on insects, fruits, grains, and even small vertebrates. Their adaptability allows them to thrive in various habitats.
Trithemis annulata belongs to the Libellulidae family and occurs in most parts of Africa, the Middle East and - since several years - also in southern Europe. It is a very adaptable species that can be found in various habitats.
Photos taken while complying with UK Coronavirus lockdown.
The tits, chickadees and titmice constitute the Paridae, a large family of small passerine birds which occur mainly in the Northern Hemisphere and Africa. Most were formerly classified in the genus Parus. While commonly referred to as "tits" throughout much of the English-speaking world, these birds are called either "chickadees" (onomatopoeic, derived from their distinctive "chick-a dee dee dee" alarm call) or "titmice" in North America. The name titmouse is recorded from the 14th century, composed of the Old English name for the bird, mase (Proto-Germanic *maison, German Meise), and tit, denoting something small. The former spelling, "titmose", was influenced by mouse in the 16th century. Emigrants to New Zealand presumably identified some of the superficially similar birds of the genus Petroica of the family Petroicidae, the Australian robins, as members of the tit family, giving them the title tomtit, although, in fact, they are not related. These birds are mainly small, stocky, woodland species with short, stout bills. Some have crests. They range in length from 10 to 22 cm. They are adaptable birds, with a mixed diet including seeds and insects. Many species live around human habitation and come readily to bird feeders for nuts or seed, and learn to take other foods. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tit_(bird)
Long-tailed Tits are commonly found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, gardens, parks, and hedgerows. They are adaptable birds and can be seen in both deciduous and coniferous environments. Their diet primarily consists of insects and spiders. They forage in trees and shrubs, searching for small invertebrates on branches and leaves. They may also feed on seeds and berries, especially in winter when insects are less abundant.
Celebrating the World Wildlife Day with this zebra panorama.
We all celebrate a dozen of these key ‘days’ in a year. Birthdays, anniversaries, valentines, Mother’s day; so on and so forth. But the whole point of these days is to set aside some time and think about that particular relationship. So what is our relationship with wildlife? For most of us city dwellers, probably none at all. We watch them on TV occasionally, marvel at their adaptability and beauty and move on. But once you are in a truly wild place, and by that I don’t mean a weekend in the woods, but no phone signal or toilets kinda wilderness, the kind which makes you not care about how you look or photograph but only about how you feel, that’s when you realise how inter-connected we all are. Humans, animals, nature. We are all parts of a magnificent whole.
Our need for food and habitation is pushing all our wild places to breaking point, alarmingly exacerbated by climate change. The only hope these animals have is if we pause, listen and experience these places before they are gone. And then become wildlife champions; raise awareness, talk about conservation and climate change in our homes and offices, make sure we make responsible choices whether going to supermarket to buy noodles or choosing to leave the extra lights on when we don’t need them. And above all promising never to buy products which exploit wild animals and are pushing them to extinction; ivory, rhino horn, pangolin scales, lion hide, tiger wine, zebra skin, shark fin, whale meat, anything at all.
It’s all connected people, and each and every one of us can make a difference.
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The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic strategic bomber designed for nuclear deterrence. Introduced in 1955, it remains in service with the U.S. Air Force. With a wingspan of 56.4 meters and a range of over 14,000 kilometers, it can carry various munitions, showcasing enduring reliability and adaptability.