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Wood Warbler - Phylloscopus sibilatrix
The wood warbler (Phylloscopus sibilatrix) is a common and widespread leaf warbler which breeds throughout northern and temperate Europe, and just into the extreme west of Asia in the southern Ural Mountains.
This warbler is strongly migratory and the entire population winters in tropical Africa.
It is a summer visitor to the United Kingdom, seen from April until August. It has declined there in recent years. It is now very rare in Ireland, where only one or two pairs are recorded breeding in most years, usually in County Wicklow.
Various factors associated with forest structure, including slope, forest cover, proportion of broad-leaf forest, canopy height and forest edge length, all influenced the occupancy rates of this declining forest species. Conservation measures are therefore required that provide and maintain the wood warblers preferred forest structure. There is also a preference for forest in the non-breeding season, however this habitat is declining in wintering areas such as Ghana. Despite the decline in forest habitats, there has been no change in number of wood warblers as it appears that this species can use degraded habitats, such as well-wooded farms. However, further loss of trees will likely have a negative impact on this species in the future
The Little Owl is not a native species, having been introduced to Britain in the 1870s, but it appears to have occupied a vacant niche without having any detrimental impact on other species. Numbers and breeding distribution increased gradually, reaching an estimated breeding population of between 4,000 and 8,500 pairs at the time of Project Barn Owl. The current distribution extends across England, north to the Scottish borders and west into Wales, where it is largely confined to Anglesey and to eastern parts of the country. There have been very few records from Ireland.
Pairs remain on their breeding territories throughout the year, with territorial calling evident during autumn – when young birds are searching for breeding territories – and again during spring. Small cavities are favoured for breeding, these often located within hedgerow trees or the walls of old agricultural buildings. Favoured nesting chambers tend to be located some distance from the cavity entrance and with little daylight reaching them. The male will often perch close to the nest cavity while his mate is incubating her clutch of eggs.
Little Owls often hunt from a perch, taking small mammals and large invertebrates, including earthworms, cockchafers and other beetles. There is evidence to suggest that breeding success is linked to the availability of small mammals, though some pairs evidently do well on other prey; a pair breeding on the island of Skomer, for example, took a large number of Storm Petrels (Courtesy BTO).
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photography symmetry appears when parts of your composition mirror other parts. It is created when two halves of your scene look the same and balance each other out.
The log was not level but that wasn't going to faze either of us!
Having a moment with a shy red squirrel at British Wildlife Centre, UK
Roe Deer Fawn (Capreolus capreolus) This fawn suddenly appeared in front of me while I was walking along a shady path. I don't know who was more surprised and before I could even get the camera to my eye she was off like a speeding bullet! She looks like she's levitating in this one with all four hooves off the ground!
"All the variety, all the charm, all the beauty of life is made up of light and shadow."
-Leo Tolstoy, Anna Karenina
Treecreepers almost appear to defy gravity, as they work their way up a tree trunk & along the undersides of branches. I find them fascinating little birds to watch. The Males are also coming into song at this time of year & I love to listen out for them in the small patch of woodland near my home.
This tiny Wren appeared on the top of the bird feeder outside my window and immediately started singing in a huge voice. It had only just fledged and perhaps had not yet learned all the secretive behaviour typical of a Wren, which is usually heard rather than seen.
It stayed all morning and then came back in the evening.
Perhaps this was its first song? Regardless, it made my day.
This photo shows it larger than life-size - for comparison, look at the screwhead in the feeder.
Eurasian Wren, Troglodytes troglodytes.
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This little English sports car appears to be the Mark III version built in 1966-74. It's parked on Mittelstraße (Middle Street) in the Dutch Quarter (Holländische Viertel) of Potsdam. Its shiny black paint nicely reflects the clouds and houses around it. This is just one of the sports cars I admired in my youth but never owned. [DSC08224_lr_2000]
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Young couple appeared to be returning into harbour at the close of day, but minutes later they made way after purchasing a case of beer. My guess is they lived or were staying close by, as small craft are not equipped to travel safely after dark.
The scenic, Steveston Heritage Fishing Village is a charming & ever so romantic fishing village that is situated in Richmond BC on the Mighty Fraser River
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~Christie by the River
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Le Bruant jaune est un passereau vivement coloré. Le mâle en plumage nuptial arbore un plumage jaune et châtain roux du plus bel effet. Cette espèce est connue pour son chant décrit localement par plusieurs mots qui ne font que rappeler le rythme et ne sont qu'une pâle imitation du véritable son émis par l'oiseau.
Le Bruant jaune est largement répandu à travers la majeure partie de l'Europe, avec quelques populations partiellement migratrices ou dispersives après la reproduction. Il fréquente les zones cultivées et les pâturages boisés, les lisières des forêts et les landes de bruyères.
Le Bruant jaune est menacé par la destruction de l'habitat et sa population semble décliner, mais actuellement, l'espèce n'est pas globalement menacée.
Image prise derrière un filet de camouflage et dans un milieu naturel .
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The Yellowhammer is a brightly colored passerine bird. The male in nuptial plumage sports a yellow and reddish plumage of the most beautiful effect. This species is known for its song described locally by several words which only remind the rhythm and are only a pale imitation of the real sound emitted by the bird.
The Yellowhammer is widely distributed across most of Europe, with some populations partially migratory or dispersive after breeding. It frequents cultivated areas and wooded pastures, forest edges and heather moors.
The Yellow Sparrow is threatened by habitat destruction and its population appears to be declining, but currently the species is not globally threatened.
Image taken behind a camouflage net and in a natural environment.
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last night appeared to be very overcast and yet we decided to venture to the shore of Ullsfjorden fjord to take some long exposures and we found that above the flowing clouds was a beautiful Northern sky to admire with occasionally stars showing and green lights showing through. Standing there in this silent immensity puts many things in life into the real perspective: all our self-built worries and preoccupations appear to shrink into little or nothing when witnessing the grand scheme of nature.
Sundogs can appear as bright coloured patches each side of the sun. Hexagonal plate shaped ice crystals in high cirrus clouds glint sunlight like jewels to produce the prismatic colours. atoptics.co.uk/halo/dogfm.htm
...and I raced out outside with new energy!
Gerbera jamesonii blooms. Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2x macro lens. Despite how this might look, the histogram remained within bounds ;-)
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It appears this speed boat was not as good as 007’s. It couldn’t escape all the bullets being shot at it.
It is not a cigarette boat ...more like a cigar boat, I think.
wasted on nothing
effortlessly you appear
sound of the thunder
reverberating your ear
this is a slow dance
this is the chance to transform
pause for the silence
inhabit the calm of the storm
this is your ocean
an ocean of night
this is an ocean
your ocean of night
this is your ocean
an ocean of night
this is an ocean
your ocean of night
love is a feeling
buried with me in the yard
gaze at the skyline
under the ocean of stars
this is your slow dance
and this is your chance to transform
lost in a moment
the moment your confront the storm
this is your ocean
an ocean of night
this is an ocean
your ocean of night
this is your ocean
an ocean of night
this is an ocean
your ocean of night
I am your hope down the wire, so you can hold back the fire ...
this is your ocean
an ocean of night
this is an ocean
your ocean of night
this is your ocean
an ocean of night
This is an ocean
your ocean of night
Widespread hummingbird, but often overlooked. Appears mostly green with a solidly dark blue tail. If seen in good light, note reddish base of bill and (for male) strong bluish sheen on throat and breast. Female identifiable by extensive green spotting below. Occurs in a variety of habitats including river edges, abandoned plantations and second growth, and patches of savanna woodland. Feeds on nectar and defends patches of flowers from other hummingbirds. Male is similar to male Blue-tailed Emerald but is larger, lacks forked tail and has bluish cast on underparts. Female is somewhat similar to Glittering-throated Emerald but has uniformly spotted breast.
Asa Wright Nature Centre, Trinidad. February 2016.
This greater flamingo appears to be a highly talented dancer. Here his attitude reminds me of the Pasodoble dance. What a guy!
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When everything appears dark, when hope is far away, in a moment inside a seemingly useless shot you realize that nature loves you.
Catnip can be quite invasive. It appears in all kinds of places in the garden (even in winter), to the delight of the cats and the annoyance of the gardener. Sethi immediately discovered this new one, growing on the garden path. Sorry Sethi, but this catnip plant will have to go !
Everything appeared to be calm and peaceful, but above us a storm was brewing. You could hear the thunder and see the lightning flash. This was definitely a time where I was thankful to be deep in the woods sheltered by a canopy of trees. About two seconds after I finished this shot it began to rain, and not just a little bit, but a lot! By the time we made it bak to our car we were drenched through and our equipment bags were soaked as well. Thankfully the shot still paid off, but it was not easy. Yet the moment of stillness right before the storm hit was so peaceful. It can honestly be difficult to sit and just be when there is a storm raging around you or one that is eminent. In Psalm 46:10 it says this, "Be Still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." The reason that we are able to be still is because God is in total control. He sits on the throne and because He does we can sit and just be, we can rest, and we are safe in His presence.
It's been over a year since frost first appeared.
This is one of the pictures I took on the first day I used my new camera. At dawn, I went to a lake to see sunrise. Steam was coming off of the surface of the lake. Frost formed across the field surrounding the lake. Then I went to a nature park for hiking. The frost didn't melt for a while. In this picture, you see yellow foliage, a metal fence, and a frosty lawn in the background. My fingers and feet were numb with cold. I couldn't help going ahead because the frosty sight was beautiful under sunshine.
P.S., This picture was taken on the second weekend of October instead of November. I had my camera mistakenly set the date for a month during the first few weeks of use.
yes is a pleasant country:
if’s wintry
(my lovely)
let’s open the year
both is the very weather
(not either)
my treasure,
when violets appear
love is a deeper season
than reason;
my sweet one
(and april’s where we’re)
e.e. cummings
Thanks a lot Frank Busch for encouraging me to mess around with "spooky stuff" like lightroom ;-) and trying portraits... You're a great support and a wonderful friend!
September 3pm hour. A mesmerizing treasure trove of golden sunshine sparkles appeared in the water as I was walking around Ventura Harbor. Then in the fresh ocean breeze, along came a stand-up paddleboarder, unencumbered and uncluttered. After swirling through the sparkles like a lightweight nomad, he turns and looks back. I wonder if he saw the same thing I did. Anyway, it looks like he was freely enjoying the afternoon and I hope he goes home happy.
To be here was such a treat. I wanted a picture with boats for my 'Hours' picture because I was born in September in the 3pm hour on what is now 'International Talk Like A Pirate Day', so it worked out well. Arrr, Matey!
September is so lovely and it will transition into Fall before we know it. As Summer fades, it leaves its door open just a little...
Thank you again for your patience, my Flickr friends. I'm still off and on for awhile longer.
For the hours
More about thehours
✽
Wasting on nothing
Effortlessly, you appear
Sound of the thunder
Reverberate in your ears
This is a slow dance
This is the chance to transform
Pause for the silence
In habit, the calm of the storm
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
Love is a feeling
Buried with me in the yard
Gaze at the skyline
Under the ocean of stars
This is your slow dance
And this is your chance to transform
Lost to a moment
The moment you confront the storm
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
They appeared behind us when we took the photo.
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Throughout the galaxy the probes appeared. Their purpose and origins are unknown.
The Strakar of Mohkat fell into reverie and never awoke.
Reviver: Mikele
Arana: Abyss Tattoo available at CyberPunk
Repulse: Hatchling eyes available at CyberPunk
Ouroborus: Undead Veins
Dura: Hair B117
Gabriel: Otho One Armed Harness
Volkstone: Kurt Skin
Belleza: Jake
Lelutka: Jon
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The first mention of Middachten appears in the year 1190, and although the castle dates from the early Middle Ages, the house in its present form was built towards the end of the 17th century and still includes some medieval parts. Middachten is unique in that it is still a real, working estate. Besides the castle, park and gardens, the estate also includes farms, woods and agricultural land.
Middachten has never been sold but has always passed from one generation to another. As a result of this, the interior of the castle is complete and still has many of the original household effects, including a large collection of portraits and much 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th century furniture. The castle also has the original cupboards filled with collections of china, silver and glass-wear, and antique linen. The management of the estate is in the hands of the 25th Lord of Middachten, Count zu Ortenburg.
Your wedding at Middachten Castle would be an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. You would be welcomed at the castle steps from where you would be led through the vestibule with its beautiful staircase to the great hall. Here an official from the Rheden Borough Council would conduct the civil wedding ceremony. The gardens around the castle form a wonderful location for your wedding photographs.
We had just walked a trail without seeing or photographing anything.
As we were returning to the car, suddenly a group of these beautiful parrots appeared. They spent some time feeding in the grass and then disappeared.
Uncommon and classified as Vulnerable.
Bruny island - Tasmania - Australia
This male (buck) Kangaroo is a Red (thanks Joy) and appears to be old and grizzled which also gives it the appearance of having its own personal sharpening halo 😊. One of its listening devices is pointed in my direction whilst the other is monitoring noises off to its left (viewer's right)
Kangaroos are the largest marsupial and can grow to 2-metres (6’7”) in height and weigh up to 90 kg (200 lbs) and whilst their average life span is not known it is believed to be 15 to 20 years although they can live longer in captivity.
They are able to reach speeds of 60 kph (37 mph) and clear more than 8 metres (26 feet) with a single hop using their powerful hind legs and their muscular tail which is used for balance when hopping and also acts as a third leg.
Their tail is also used for defense whereby they balance on their tail, lean back and lift both hind legs off the ground and kick with their powerful back legs in an endeavor to disembowel an opponent. They have very sharp claws on both their forelimbs and hind legs.
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In 1936 a New South Wales hunter was killed by a kangaroo when he tried to rescue his two dogs from a heated battle.
Australia's Coat of Arms is held up by native Australian animals the kangaroo and the emu, which were chosen to symbolise a nation moving forward, based on the fact that neither animal can move backwards easily.