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Madurai (Inde) - Les tailleurs sont les vedettes incontestées du marché de Pudhu Mandapam, implanté dans un ancien temple désacralisé. Ils sont capables de vous confectionner n’importe quel vêtement. Vous choisissez votre tissu, on prend vos mesures. Une heure plus tard, la commande est prête. Vous l’essayez, le tailleur apporte les derniers ajustements et coupe les fils qui dépassent.
Il est important de bien négocier le prix avant de passer commande car devant le succès de l’endroit, vous pouvez avoir des surprises. En 2012, une chemise sur mesure dans une étoffe de votre choix ne coûtait pas plus cher que du prêt à porter. Lorsque je suis revenu fin 2017, les prix avaient été multipliés par trois.
Sur cette photo prise très tôt le matin, les tailleurs commençaient à ouvrir leurs boutiques. Ici, l’homme prépare sa machine à coudre avant l’arrivée des clients.
Tailors sanctuary
Madurai (India) - Tailors are the undisputed stars of the Pudhu Mandapam market, located in an ancient desecrated temple. They are able to make any garment for you. You choose your fabric, and the tailor takes your measurements. One hour later the order is ready. You try it on and within minutes the tailor makes the final adjustments and cuts off the excess threads. It is important to negotiate the price well before placing an order because in front of the success of the place, you can have surprises. In 2012, a made-to-measure shirt in a fabric of your choice cost no more than ready-to-wear. When I came back at the end of 2017, the prices had tripled.
In this photo taken in the morning, the tailors were starting to open their shops. The man prepares his sewing machine before the customers arrive.
The Cathedral of Theodosius of Chernigov is one of the youngest temples in Kiev, however, during its existence, it managed to turn into one of the city's attractions.
The history of the temple of Theodosius of Chernigov begins in 1986, when settlers from Chernobyl and Pripyat, cities affected by the Chernobyl disaster, began to come to the Belichi residential area. New settlers had to become parishioners of the Church of St. John the Baptist, but its size did not allow everyone to visit it, and another church simply did not exist here. For this reason, the liquidators of the Chernobyl accident and their family members drew up a petition to the authorities, which indicated the need to perpetuate the memory of the victims. Only in 1994, at the place where Chernobylskaya Street and Pobedy Avenue intersect, erected a monument consecrated by Metropolitan Volodymyr.
At the same time, an idea was expressed to build a chapel named after the patron saint of the liquidators of the accident, Theodosius of Chernigov. In April 2001, the foundation stone of the future church was solemnly laid. At first, it was planned to erect a relatively small building, only 3x5 meters, but gradually the plan changed and as a result a real temple was obtained, capable of accommodating 200 people at a time, although, according to community members, this is completely insufficient. Officially, the temple began its work in September 2002, but even during the construction, various rituals were held.
Since most of the parishioners of the church are in one way or another connected with the accident at a nuclear power plant, among the people of Kiev it is often called “Chernobyl”
Sparrowhawk - Accipiter Nisus
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Though it is a predator which specialises in catching woodland birds, the Eurasian sparrowhawk can be found in any habitat and often hunts garden birds in towns and cities. Males tend to take smaller birds, including tits, finches, and sparrows; females catch primarily thrushes and starlings, but are capable of killing birds weighing 500 g (18 oz) or more.
The Eurasian sparrowhawk is found throughout the temperate and subtropical parts of the Old World; while birds from the northern parts of the range migrate south for winter, their southern counterparts remain resident or make dispersive movements. Eurasian sparrowhawks breed in suitable woodland of any type, with the nest, measuring up to 60 cm (2.0 ft) across, built using twigs in a tree. Four or five pale blue, brown-spotted eggs are laid; the success of the breeding attempt is dependent on the female maintaining a high weight while the male brings her food. The chicks hatch after 33 days and fledge after 24 to 28 days.
The probability of a juvenile surviving its first year is 34%, with 69% of adults surviving from one year to the next. Mortality in young males is greater than that of young females and the typical lifespan is four years. This species is now one of the most common birds of prey in Europe, although the population crashed after the Second World War. Organochlorine insecticides used to treat seeds before sowing built up in the bird population, and the concentrations in Eurasian sparrowhawks were enough to kill some outright and incapacitate others; affected birds laid eggs with fragile shells which broke during incubation. However, its population recovered after the chemicals were banned, and it is now relatively common, classified as being of Least Concern by BirdLife International.
The Eurasian sparrowhawk's hunting behaviour has brought it into conflict with humans for hundreds of years, particularly racing pigeon owners and people rearing poultry and gamebirds. It has also been blamed for decreases in passerine populations. The increase in population of the Eurasian Sparrowhawk coincides with the decline in House Sparrows in Britain. Studies of racing pigeon deaths found that Eurasian sparrowhawks were responsible for less than 1%. Falconers have utilised the Eurasian sparrowhawk since at least the 16th century; although the species has a reputation for being difficult to train, it is also praised for its courage. The species features in Teutonic mythology and is mentioned in works by writers including William Shakespeare, Alfred, Lord Tennyson and Ted Hughes.
Male Eurasian sparrowhawks regularly kill birds weighing up to 40 g (1.4 oz) and sometimes up to 120 g (4.2 oz); females can tackle prey up to 500 g (18 oz) or more. The weight of food consumed by adult birds daily is estimated to be 40–50 g (1.4–1.8 oz) for males and 50–70 g (1.8–2.5 oz) for females. During one year, a pair of Eurasian sparrowhawks could take 2,200 house sparrows, 600 common blackbirds or 110 wood pigeons. Species that feed in the open, far from cover, or are conspicuous by their behaviour or coloration, are taken more often by Eurasian sparrowhawks. For example, great tits and house sparrows are vulnerable to attack. Eurasian sparrowhawks may account for more than 50% of deaths in certain species, but the extent varies from area to area.
Males tend to take tits, finches, sparrows and buntings; females often take thrushes and starlings. Larger quarry (such as doves and magpies) may not die immediately but succumb during feather plucking and eating. More than 120 bird species have been recorded as prey and individual Eurasian sparrowhawks may specialise in certain prey. The birds taken are usually adults or fledglings, though chicks in the nest and carrion are sometimes eaten. Small mammals, including bats, are sometimes caught but insects are eaten only very rarely.
Australasian Grebe, Tachybaptus novaehollandiae
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We've been following these siblings from hatching.
They are in a small ephemeral pond that is beginning to dry out.
They have developed two distinct different colour patterns.
The darker bird is certainly capable of flight and has been absent from the pond on several occassions.
The great blue herons are back at their favorite two islands in the Mississippi River for nest building. Being usually solitary and very capable predators they seem uncomfortable in such close quarters. Spats often arise. Sometimes with fatal consequences. These two seem to be getting along just fine.
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In the beginning was Power, intelligent, loving, energizing. In the beginning was the Word, supremely capable of mastering and moulding whatever might come into being in the world of matter. In the beginning there were not coldness and darkness: there was fire. This is the truth…
…Once again the Fire has penetrated the earth. Not with sudden crash of thunderbolt, riving the mountain-tops: does the Master break down doors to enter his house? Without earthquake, or thunderclap: the flame has lit up the whole world within.
-Teilhard de Chardin, Hymn of the Universe
Capable of holding their breaths for up to 20 minutes, Muskrats (Ondatra zibethicus) are highly adapted to live in and around water. For instance, their fur is waterproof, with a grid-like guard layer protecting the soft and cozy underfur from the course wear of the outer layer of fur. Their lips actually close behind their incisors, allowing them to gnaw plant material underwater without getting a mouthful of pond. These predominantly vegetarian creatures live in elaborate burrows that they dig under the water in riverbanks. These excavated tunnels lead to dry chambers and air vents that are typically calculated to come up in shrubs, so as not to be found!
Photograph made by Amanda Lacy.
I am capable of creating hundreds of such landscapes, which leads me to ponder the evolving significance of photographing landscapes. With the advent of AI-generated landscapes, the straightforwardness and novelty of capturing natural scenes through traditional photography begin to fade. In the past, photography was regarded as a means to preserve and immortalize the beauty of landscapes. It allowed us to capture a moment in time, freezing the essence of a place forever. However, as AI advances and creates astonishingly realistic landscapes, the need for photography as a mere replication of reality becomes less apparent. AI can generate an endless array of landscapes, each unique and crafted with meticulous detail. These digitally created scenes possess a remarkable realism that rivals traditional photography. They offer a seemingly infinite palette of possibilities, where one can explore fantastical realms, reimagine familiar landscapes, or even create entirely new environments. With AI-generated landscapes at our disposal, we are no longer confined to capturing what already exists. We can now delve into the realm of imagination and bring to life scenes that transcend the boundaries of reality. This shift challenges us to redefine the purpose of landscape photography. Instead of aiming to capture the objective reality of a place, photography can become a tool for personal expression and storytelling. It can be a means to convey emotions, evoke memories, or communicate a unique perspective on the world. Photographers can now focus on capturing the fleeting moments, the play of light and shadow, or the human elements that interact with the landscapes. Furthermore, photography can serve as a source of inspiration for AI algorithms. By capturing real landscapes through the lens, photographers can contribute to the training data that informs the creation of AI-generated landscapes. It becomes a symbiotic relationship between human creativity and technological advancement, where each influences and enhances the other. In this evolving landscape of artistic creation, the role of photography is transformed. It is no longer solely about replication, but about interpretation, personal vision, and pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. While AI-generated landscapes offer incredible possibilities, they cannot replace the human eye and the unique perspective that each photographer brings to their craft. Ultimately, the significance of photographing landscapes lies in the power to capture the intangible essence of a place, to tell stories, and to evoke emotions. It is a realm where artistry, imagination, and technology intersect, forging new paths for creative expression.
The contract in tail colors caught my eye.. glad i got at least one in focus. The plant is Pink helliconia. From wiki: Heliconia chartacea is a herbaceous plant, with paired large oblong leaves like those of the banana. It can grow to 7–8 m in height, and plants can form large clumps with age. The flowering stems are pendulous. The bright pink color of the flower bracts is rare among heliconias, making it very easy to identify. The conspicuous pink part of the large and showy hanging inflorescences is actually the waxy bracts, (modified leaves), with the small green true flowers half-hidden inside. It has blue-black fruits that contain 3 very hard seeds, which are capable of extended dormancy in the soil. The fruits are eaten by a variety of birds, including tanagers and thrushes.
The Marmalade Hoverfly part of the Syrphidae family, one of the many families colloquially known as flies. It is capable of hovering. Its scientific name is Episyrphus balteatus.
Le Syrphe ceinturé fait partie de la famille des Syrphidae, une des nombreuses familles qu’on appelle familièrement les mouches. Il est capable de vol stationnaire. Son nom scientifique est Episyrphus balteatus.
Serengeti National Park
Tanzania
East Africa
Happy Caturday! More lion cubs in the first comment section.
Lionesses give birth to 2-3 cubs at a time. Usually, a couple females give birth around the same time. The cubs are then raised together, sometimes nursing communally.
Lioness with cubs are vulnerable to predators like hyenas, leopards, and black-backed jackals, cubs have a 60-70% mortality rate. They are sometimes trampled by large animals like buffaloes. Furthermore, when another group of male lions takes over a pride, they kill all the cubs so they can sire their own with the lionesses.
Female cubs stay with the group as they age. At around two years old, they become capable hunters. But young males are forced out of the pride at that age. They form bachelor groups and follow migrating herds until they are strong enough to challenge male lions of other prides. In general, a group of males stays in power in the pride for around three years before another bachelor group takes it over. – Wikipedia
Peafowl is a common name for three bird species in the genera Pavo and Afropavo of the family Phasianidae, the pheasants and their allies. Male peafowl are referred to as peacocks, and female peafowl as peahens. Male peafowl are known for their piercing calls and their extravagant plumage, which is especially prominent in the Asiatic species, which have an eye-spotted 'tail' or 'train' of covert feathers, which they display as part of a courtship ritual.
Despite the length and size of the covert feathers, the peacock is still capable of flight. The peafowl lives mainly on the ground in open forests or on cultivable lands where it forages for berries and grains, and also preys on snakes, lizards and small rodents. It makes loud calls, which makes it easier to detect, and are often used to indicate the presence of a predator in the forest areas. It forages on the ground in small groups and usually escapes on foot through undergrowth and avoids flying, though it flies into tall trees to roost. 12496
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Important to know: Iguanas are capable of severely injuring people, other animals and themselves when their body language messages are not recognized. Most iguanas clearly sign that trouble is ahead. They nod their head and wave their dewlap side to side.
The dewlap is a fold of loose skin hanging from the neck or throat of an animal, like a cow. Iguanas use their dewlap to communicate. First, an extended dewlap can simply be a greeting. An extended dewlap is often used to say hello to another creature during mating and most generally as a territorial sign. Second, it can be a form of protection. A threatened iguana may extend its dewlap to intimidate a predator into thinking it is much larger than it is. Third, an extended dewlap may be a sign that the iguana is trying to adjust its temperature. An extended dewlap on an iguana basking in the sun is quite normal. It may be catching sun to warm up or catching a breeze to cool off. So it's important to consider "the big picture" when reading an Iguana's body language.
Parts of an iguana... www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=Up3IVbC...
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami FL
Not too long ago, someone asked me about a photo I took in a small town in northeastern Texas. With some artistic conceit, I had used it as a Southern/Western Gothic photo and it worked for that purpose.
On New Year's Day, 2020, I stood at the site of an injustice. Other words are just as capable descriptors - atrocity, murder, lynching.
From this bridge, two white men threw the body of a 14-year old - beaten, shot, tied to a 70-pound cotton gin fan blade - into the Black Bayou, which carried it into the Tallahatchie River.
There is much I could say about that day, the people we met, spoke with and listened to. But that is my story - and this is not the place for it.
His name was Emmett Till.
Today is the 65th anniversary of his death.
** Just two more posts and I will move away from my images from Scotland . This shot was taken on our final morning in Glasgow and Scotland. We thought we would visit the Glasgow Science centre on our way out the city
The light that had been grey for our stay in Glasgow finally lifted into sunshine . The Science Centre is set in an old area of dockland on the River Clyde . I cannot give any information on what the centre is like as the day we visited it was closed for a conference !!!!. So all we could do was look at the exterior which was quite impressive
The image features the 416 foot tower which if you are brave enough you can go up. According to the centres website the tower is the only structure on earth capable of rotating 360° into the prevailing wind and holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest fully rotating freestanding structure in the world. Glasgow Tower is the tallest freestanding building in Scotland. I watched a video and amazingly the tower rotates on a single large bearing about 30 foot below the ground . i don’t really understand engineering but it sounds pretty remarkable
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Le geai est capable d'imitations parfaites, la plus connue étant celle de la Buse variable.
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The jay is capable of perfect imitations, the best known being that of the Common Buzzard.
The bush stone-curlew or bush thick-knee is a large, ground-dwelling bird endemic to Australia. Its favoured habitat is open plains and woodlands, where it stalks slowly at night in search of invertebrates such as insects. Its grey-brown coloration is distinguished by dark streaks, its eyes are large and legs are long. It is capable of flight, but relies on the camouflage of its plumage to evade detection during the day; the bush curlew adopts a rigid posture when it becomes aware of an observer. Both sexes care for two eggs laid on the bare ground, usually sited near bush in a shaded position or next to a fallen branch.
These particular ones were in a carpark and don't seem to be scared of people or even cars.
"God is capable of everything. Do not let small problems of everyday life shake you, for our Lord is looking for you and preparing the right time for everything you want to happen."
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🇫🇷 Le basilic vert vit dans les forêts tropicales, dans les arbres, à proximité de l'eau. En cas de danger, il se laisse tomber à l'eau, et s'enfuit en nageant. Il nage très bien, mais, plus surprenant, cet animal est capable de courir sur ses deux pattes arrières. Il semble également qu'il s'aide en frappant l'eau de sa queue, ce qui crée une petite vague qui aide à le porter sur l'eau. Il court tellement vite, à 12 km/h qu'il peut même courir à la surface de l'eau! C'est cette particularité qui lui a valu son autre surnom, de « lézard Jésus-Christ »
Le basilic vert est omnivore, il se nourrit de petit mammifères ,d’ insectes mais aussi des fruits.
La reproduction a lieu dès l’âge de 10 mois. Le mâle, comme de nombreux iguanes, s’approche de la femelle en hochant la tête avant l’accouplement. Quelques semaines plus tard, la femelle pond entre 5 et 11 œufs, dont la taille est de 1 cm environ. Les nouveau-nés pèsent environ deux grammes tandis que les adultes peuvent atteindre 200 g..
🇪🇸 La albahaca verde vive en los bosques tropicales, en los árboles, cerca del agua. En caso de peligro, se deja caer al agua y se aleja nadando. Nada muy bien, pero lo más sorprendente es que este animal es capaz de correr sobre sus dos patas traseras. También parece ayudarse golpeando el agua con la cola, lo que crea una pequeña ola que le ayuda a desplazarse. Corre tan rápido, a 12 km/h, que incluso puede correr sobre la superficie del agua. Esta característica le ha valido su otro apodo, el "lagarto Jesucristo".
La albahaca verde es omnívora, se alimenta de pequeños mamíferos, insectos y también frutas.
La reproducción tiene lugar a partir de los 10 meses. El macho, como muchas iguanas, se acerca a la hembra asintiendo con la cabeza antes del apareamiento. Unas semanas después, la hembra pone entre 5 y 11 huevos, de un tamaño aproximado de 1 cm. Los recién nacidos pesan unos dos gramos, mientras que los adultos pueden alcanzar los 200 g.
🇬🇧 The green basil lives in tropical forests, in trees, near water. In case of danger, it drops into the water and swims away. It swims very well, but more surprisingly, this animal is able to run on its two hind legs. It also seems to help itself by hitting the water with its tail, which creates a small wave that helps carry it across the water. It runs so fast, at 12 km/h, that it can even run on the surface of the water! It is this characteristic that has earned it its other nickname, the "Jesus Christ lizard".
The green basil is omnivorous, it feeds on small mammals, insects but also fruits.
Reproduction takes place from the age of 10 months. The male, like many iguanas, approaches the female by nodding his head before mating. A few weeks later, the female lays between 5 and 11 eggs, which are about 1 cm in size. The newborns weigh about two grams while the adults can reach 200 g.
🇩🇪 Das grüne Basilikum lebt in tropischen Wäldern auf Bäumen in der Nähe von Wasser. Bei Gefahr lässt er sich ins Wasser fallen und schwimmt davon. Er kann sehr gut schwimmen, aber noch erstaunlicher ist, dass dieses Tier auf seinen beiden Hinterbeinen laufen kann. Es scheint auch, dass er sich selbst hilft, indem er mit seinem Schwanz auf das Wasser schlägt, wodurch eine kleine Welle entsteht, die ihm hilft, sich über das Wasser zu tragen. Er läuft mit 12 km/h so schnell, dass er sogar auf der Wasseroberfläche laufen kann! Diese Eigenschaft hat ihm auch seinen Spitznamen "Jesus-Christus-Echse" eingebracht.
Das grüne Basilikum ist ein Allesfresser, der sich von kleinen Säugetieren, Insekten und auch Früchten ernährt.
Die Fortpflanzung findet im Alter von 10 Monaten statt. Das Männchen nähert sich dem Weibchen vor der Paarung mit einem Kopfnicken, wie es bei vielen Leguanen der Fall ist. Einige Wochen später legt das Weibchen zwischen 5 und 11 Eier, die etwa 1 cm groß sind. Neugeborene wiegen etwa zwei Gramm, während erwachsene Tiere bis zu 200 g wiegen können.
🇮🇹 Il basilico verde vive nelle foreste tropicali, sugli alberi, vicino all'acqua. In caso di pericolo, si getta in acqua e si allontana a nuoto. Nuota molto bene, ma la cosa più sorprendente è che questo animale è in grado di correre sulle due zampe posteriori. Sembra anche che si aiuti a colpire l'acqua con la coda, creando una piccola onda che lo aiuta ad attraversare l'acqua. Corre così velocemente, a 12 km/h, che può persino correre sulla superficie dell'acqua! Questa caratteristica le è valsa l'altro soprannome di "lucertola di Gesù Cristo".
Il basilico verde è onnivoro, si nutre di piccoli mammiferi, insetti ma anche di frutta.
La riproduzione avviene a partire dall'età di 10 mesi. Il maschio, come molte iguane, si avvicina alla femmina facendo un cenno con la testa prima di accoppiarsi. Poche settimane dopo, la femmina depone da 5 a 11 uova, grandi circa 1 cm. I neonati pesano circa due grammi, mentre gli adulti possono raggiungere i 200 grammi.
Sunday morning while walking around Brazos Bend SP I stumbled across the worst kept secret in Texas. A large group of Wood Storks was roosting at Elm Lake and everyone was excited. Unfortunately for me I started at 40 Acre Lake and didn’t make it to Elm until the light was getting harsh. I made the best of it that I was capable of and planned to come back later for better light. Well, as is so often the case I never saw them there again since despite making several more visits.
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Mycteria americana
...Somewhere over the rainbow...
Enchantment is COMING SOON!! Sneak peek at some new poses w/bubble prop by oOo Studio inspired by the good witch, Glinda from The Wizard of Oz!
Full credits soon...
After yesterday we saw what impressive "structures" nature is capable of, and only with the help of water and air, today we'll take a look at what great things she can create on a small scale.
On the one hand, we see this in the snowflakes, which, when viewed at high magnification, are absolute masterpieces. On the other hand, we also find them in winter ice paintings, one of which I found on one of my windows yesterday morning. The section you see here is approx. 5-6 cm high.
And even though I had to take photos through three panes of glass, and the sharpness is of course severely affected, the fascinating thing about these structures can still be clearly seen.
I wonder what force ensures that it was precisely these elements that came into being here. This always seems like pure magic to me.
Nachdem wir gestern gesehen haben, zu welchen imposanten "Bauwerken" die Natur im Stande ist, und das nur unter Zuhilfenahme von Wasser und Luft, schauen wir uns heute an, was sie im kleinen für großartige Dinge erschaffen kann.
Zum einen sehen wir diese bei den Schneeflocken, welche, mit hoher Vergrößerung betrachtet, absolute Meisterwerke sind. Zum anderen finden wir sie aber auch in solchen winterlichen Eismalerein von denen ich gestern früh eine an einem meiner Fenster gefunden habe. Der Ausschnitt, den Ihr hier seht, ist ca. 5-6 cm hoch.
Und auch wenn ich durch drei Glasscheiben fotografieren musste, und die Schärfe dadurch natürlich stark beeinträchtigt wird, ist das faszinierende an diesen Strukturen doch deutlich zu sehen.
Ich frage mich welche Kraft dafür sorgt, dass es gerade diese Elemente waren, die hier entstanden sind. Das erscheint mir immer wie pure Magie.
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prunus mume, white japanese flowering apricot, 'Big Joe', j c raulston arboretum, ncsu, raleigh, north carolina
One of my attempts at the "Macro Mondays" theme "Transportation"
This shows 4-5 mm of a tiny toy car. Because the lights of these cars don‘t look great at that kind of magnification I decided to improvise… so what you see is a tiny drop, which is more than capable of creating a smooth surface, no matter the magnification!
Shot with a Fuji "Fujinon-EFC 35 mm F 5.6" (enlarging) lens on a Canon EOS R5.
Important to know: Iguanas are capable of severely injuring people, other animals and themselves when their body language signals are not recognized. Most iguanas clearly sign that trouble is ahead. They nod their head and wave their dewlap side to side. The dewlap is a fold of loose skin hanging from the neck or throat of an animal, such as a cow.
Iguanas use their dewlap to communicate. First, an extended dewlap can simply be a greeting, away to say hello to another creature during mating but most generally as a territorial sign. Second, it can be a form of protection. A threatened iguana may extend its dewlap to intimidate a predator into thinking it is much larger than it is. Third, an extended dewlap may be a sign that the iguana is trying to adjust its temperature. An extended dewlap on an iguana basking in the sun is quite normal. It may be catching more sun to warm up or a breeze to cool off. So it's important to see "the big picture" when reading Iguana body language.
Parts of an iguana... www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=Up3IVbC...
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami FL
The Scene
A three image composite - images of which, none were photographed by yours truly. Being that none of the original photographers of these pictures could be positively identified, I am unable to provide individual accreditation or “ownership”. If anyone recognizes or identifies the “owner or owners” of any of the images contained herein, please advise this artist.
• The background (from the line of the road and up) is one of the composite images. From the best that I have determined, the yellow ochre Tudor style house on the left was once the home of Charles Cheney, one of the Cheney Brothers who together operated the Cheney Brothers Silk Company.
Note: In that I wanted a expansive foreground for the composition, I found the Charles Cheney house at 79 Hartford Road in Manchester, Connecticut to be an ideal choice. The broad sweep of the Great Lawn looks much the same as during the heyday of the Cheney silk business (about 1860 to 1930). The Cheney family opened the lawn to the public, who came to pick dandelions for cooked greens; to find worms for use as fish-bait; and in winter to ski, sled, and toboggan. Beginning in 1942, the mansions on the Great Lawn were sold to non-Cheney families; and today none are owned by either the Cheneys or their descendants.
• The boy dragging the fir (or whatever type of tree) up the yard, across the snow is another element of this artwork.
• The striking red Duesenberg and the foreground is yet another element of this composite.
The Car
1932 Duesenberg Model J Phaeton, SJ-463/2480
Formerly part of Al Wiseman's renowned collection, this 1932 Duesenberg Model J, chassis number 2480, engine number J-463, has a remarkably interesting history. A long-wheelbase car, J-463/2480 stretches some 153.5-inches and boasts a highly desirable and elegant dual cowl phaeton bodywork crafted in the style of LeGrande and finished in closely-matched, duo-tone Red with Beige top and interior. Spicing up the allure and history of J-463/2480, and often a common practice with cars such as Duesenberg, J-463/2480 began life with a formal limousine body by Rollston of New York, which was later removed in favor of body number 1946 from J-389/2415, a sportier, long-wheelbase convertible Berline body by Dietrich, Inc. of Detroit. Unfortunately, in 1946, a garage fire destroyed the Dietrich body, leaving only the chassis of J-463/2480 to survive for many years.
The graceful and popular LeGrande-style body was fitted prior to 1985, likely sometime during the 1970’s. It’s thought that during this time also the engine was upgraded with a proper SJ centrifugal supercharger. First offered by Duesenberg in 1932, the supercharger took the massive 420 CI 32 valve DOHC straight eight engine from 265 horsepower to 320 horsepower, and turned a Model, J into the formidable SJ model. At the time, there were very few vehicles on the road able to match the robustness, speed, power, and overall quality of a Duesenberg. Today, Duesenbergs are capable of cruising at highway speeds, and represent an absolute pinnacle in automotive engineering and styling. Sadly, the stock market crash of 1929 took a major toll on manufacturers such as Duesenberg, which closed forever in 1937 having produced just 481 units of automotive art.
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btw - We are getting our first snowfall for the season as this image is being uploading. Large puffy flakes of gently falling snow with little or no wind and the temperature is moderate for this time of year. A real "Hallmark Christmas" scene outside my window........... * Update: Turned into a real mess of a snowstorm. It's now 6:15pm and been snowing since about 6 a.m. Now they are predicting the temps are going to fall, turning this wet snow into an treacherous icy mess by tomorrow morning.......... bah, humbug!
Blessings to all my flickr friends around the world, “Peace, Good Health and Harmony”.
...and self-inflicted environmental catastrophes,
are capable of destroying humanity and entire civilizations.
If I look at the Middle East or Ukraine, it can also be called an attempt at genocide.
Until The End Of The World (iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live In Paris / 2015 / Remastered 2021)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbepHhLdZ3c&list=RDPbepHhLdZ3...
made with stable diffusion,topaz and photoshop.
The Great Photographic Gear Myth (and the Rise of Tog-Lite)
Modern photography has a terrible secret: most of the gear is a waste of time, money, and spinal health. It doesn’t improve your photos—it improves your anxiety. While you’re standing at the door wondering which lens, bag, backup bag, and emergency bag to take, the light has changed, the moment has passed, and your dog has fallen asleep.
When I go out to take photos, I take my camera. Also a coat, a hat, boots, and the dog. That’s it. I’ve heard of photographers so mentally stressed about gear choices that they forget to take the actual camera. This is not a workflow; this is a cry for help.
Enter Tog-Lite: a revolutionary concept for taking half good photos some of the time, with no preparation and absolutely no unnecessary expense.
Lesson One: The Tripod
Tripods are confidence crutches for people who don’t trust their legs. For the Tog-Lite initiation, imagine yourself carrying it to a cliff and throwing it heroically into the sea. (Metaphorically, of course. Please don’t litter.) Feel the freedom. Use your body. Or a rock. Or just accept a bit of blur and call it “mood.”
Lesson Two: Filters
Filters are shiny discs of regret. The true Tog-Lite practitioner symbolically tramples them into a muddy hole. Diehards will retrieve them, wipe them clean, and proudly announce they’ve created a “natural brown grad,” faintly scented with cow-based authenticity.
Lesson Three: Flash Guns
External flash: a bulky invention designed to frighten wildlife and strangers. The flash built into your camera is already in the right place, perfectly paired, and just as capable of ruining photos—without extra batteries.
Lesson Four: Remote Triggers
No. The battery is always flat, the signal never works, and by the time it fires, the moment is gone. Also, you have arms.
Lesson Five: Camera Bags
Empty it into a ditch (again, symbolically), eat any emergency snacks, then discard the bag. If your camera needs a suitcase, it doesn’t want to go outside with you.
So get your Tog-Lite today.
Save weight. Save effort. Save money.
Deliver half good photos some of the time—and enjoy yourself the rest of it.
A Rio Grande GP9 pulls the Tintic Local across Main Street in Spanish Fork, Utah the afternoon of July 25, 1979. It seemed EMD's GP9 series were capable of fulfilling just about any task a locomotive engineer could ask of it.
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Crocus bulbiflorus, one of the first harbingers of spring, is a little gem of meadows and hillsides. Its early flowering, at the beginning of the year, brings a touch of color and vitality to landscapes still in winter. The delicate but vibrant flowers range from white to lilac with subtle veins that capture the sunlight in an almost transparent way. Despite its modest size, this wild crocus stands out for its elegance and resilience. It is a species that perfectly represents the discreet strength of nature, capable of gracefully rebirth even after the coldest months.
*Working Towards a Better World
Weather
We are coming to the time of year when we have storms in Florida, some can be serious, I hope that we do not experience one!
Life
Storms don't only come in the form of weather they also come in the ups and downs of living.
I have seen many storms in my life. Most storms have caught me by surprise, so I had to learn very quickly to look further and understand that I am not capable of controlling the weather, to exercise the art of patience and to respect the fury of nature. -
Paulo Coelho
“There's always another storm. It's the way the world works. Snowstorms, rainstorms, windstorms, sandstorms, and firestorms. Some are fierce and others are small. You have to deal with each one separately, but you need to keep an eye on whats brewing for tomorrow.” -
Maria V. Snyder, Fire Study
When a storm is coming
all other birds seek shelter.
The eagle alone avoids
the storm by flying above it.
So, in the storms of life…
May your heart soar like an Eagle. - Anonymous
When passing through
the storms of life,
please remember:
1. It could be worse.
2. It will get better
Stay strong, focus on what you can do, not what you cannot,
and know that the clouds will soon part, and the sun will return again. - Doe Zantamata
Don’t confuse your path with
your destination. Just because
it’s stormy now doesn’t mean that you aren’t headed for sunshine. - Anonymous
If you want to see the sunshine,
you have to weather the storm. -
Frank Lane
Thank you for your kind visit. Have a wonderful and beautiful day! xo❤️
One tiny everlasting seed about to blow away on a breeze. That one seed is capable of growing into a plant 18” high with lots of flowers. Mind boggling !
"Perhaps, you will make me remember I used to be capable of loving, Perhaps I will make you regret loving me. I don't know, can't make promises. I'm still a mess. Stick by me at your own risk."
Amsy ♡
Bittersweet is a semi-woody herbaceous perennial vine, which scrambles over other plants, capable of reaching a height of 4m where suitable support is available, but more often 1–2m high. The leaves are 4–12cm long, roughly arrowhead-shaped, and often lobed at the base. The flowers are in loose clusters of 3–20, 1–1.5cm across, star-shaped, with five purple petals and yellow stamens and style pointing forward. The fruit is an ovoid red berry about 1 cm long, soft and juicy, with the aspect and odour of a tiny tomato, and edible for some birds, which disperse the seeds widely.However, the berry is poisonous to humans and livestock, and the berry's attractive and familiar look make it dangerous for children.
You're full and fully capable
You're self sufficient and needless
Your house is fully decorated
And I salute you for your courage
And I applaud your perseverance
And I embrace you for your faith in the face of adversarial forces
And I support you in your trusting
And I commend you for your wisdom
And I'm amazed by your surrender
***************************Dedication to Bo_jasim **********************************
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troo7 oo terja3 bisalama yal'3aly =D
EXPLORE
Capable of installing structures up to 20,000 metric tons, and doing it sustainably
The vessel is equipped with two cranes of 10,000 metric tonnes lifting capacity each. As well as having a reinforced deck area of 220 meters in length and 102 meters in width.
The vessel can install and remove jackets, topsides, and modules. As well as the installation of foundations, moorings, and structures in deep water.
The spotted Hyena is a formidable hunter, and superb athlete, capable of chasing prey for up to 4 miles in the hope of wearing them down.
Image taken in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy, Masai Mara, Kenya.
Many thanks to everyone that views and comments on my images - very much appreciated.
The Bugatti Type 57 was introduced at the Paris motor show in October 1933. Fitted with a newly engineered, jewel-like straight-eight DOHC engine, Bugatti’s powerplant design would endure throughout the Type 57 production with few modifications. This all-new model was capable of maintaining a 60-mph average on the often mediocre roads of the period, and Jean Bugatti later boasted that he had completed a 270-mile trip from Molsheim to Paris in less than 3 1/2 hours. Approximately 700 Type 57s were made from 1934 to 1939, when production ceased at the outbreak of WWII. But in the years before the war, well-heeled enthusiasts and drivers flocked to buy this paragon of fast road cars, enticed by its sharp handling, powerful and smooth engine, and impeccable road manners.
The engine, itself a thing of beauty, is an iconic mechanical sculpture today. Camboxes, which were hand-scraped in a bright-cut pattern by factory artisans, concealed the dual overhead camshafts driven by helical-tooth gears at the rear of the block. The remarkable result was more than the sum of its parts: eight decades later, the Bugatti Type 57 ranks as one of the most significant automobiles of all time.
Technical Specs
3,245 CC DOHC Inline 8-Cylinder Engine
Single Twin-Choke Stromberg UUR2 Carburetor
Roots-Type Supercharger
160 BHP at 5,000 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Bugatti-Lockheed Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Front Solid-Axle Suspension with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Rear Live Axle with Reversed Quarter-Elliptical Leaf Springs
🇫🇷 Il existe 20 papillons différents du genre Hamadryas. Ces papillons communément appelés Crackers, les mâles sont capables de produire un son percussif semblable au crépitement d'une poêle à frire. On pense que cette capacité inhabituelle sert à s'accoupler ou à éloigner les rivaux. Mais ,notre spécimen ....Hamadryas Iaodamia, ou papillon de la nuit étoilée, est unique dans ce genre parce qu'il est le seul de son espèce à ne pas produire ce craquement universellement identifié.
Le nom commun "Nuit étoilée" est dérivé du célèbre tableau de Vincent van Gogh. Il suffit d'observer ce papillon majestueux pour se rendre compte de sa ressemblance. Sa coloration dorsale est communément colorée par des taches de différentes tailles qui ressemblent beaucoup à l'écorce, mais certaines ont une coloration semblable à celle de la nuit étoilée.
🇬🇧 There are 20 different butterflies in the genus Hamadryas. Commonly known as Crackers, the males of these butterflies are capable of producing a percussive sound similar to the crackling of a frying pan. This unusual ability is thought to be used for mating or to ward off rivals. But our specimen ....Hamadryas Iaodamia, or Starry Night Butterfly, is unique in this genus because it is the only one of its kind not to produce this universally identified crackling sound.
The common name "Starry Night" is derived from the famous painting by Vincent van Gogh. You only have to look at this majestic butterfly to realise how similar it is. Its dorsal coloration is commonly coloured by spots of various sizes that closely resemble bark, but some have a colouration similar to that of the starry night.
🇪🇸 Existen 20 mariposas diferentes del género Hamadryas. Comúnmente conocidos como Crackers, los machos de estas mariposas son capaces de producir un sonido percusivo similar al crepitar de una sartén. Se cree que utilizan esta inusual capacidad para aparearse o para ahuyentar a sus rivales. Pero nuestro espécimen ....Hamadryas Iaodamia, o mariposa de la noche estrellada, es único en este género porque es el único de su especie que no produce este sonido crepitante universalmente identificado.
El nombre común "Noche estrellada" procede del famoso cuadro de Vincent van Gogh. Basta con observar a esta majestuosa mariposa para darse cuenta de su parecido. Su coloración dorsal está comúnmente coloreada por manchas de diversos tamaños que se asemejan mucho a la corteza, pero algunas tienen una coloración similar a la de la noche estrellada.
🇩🇪 Es gibt 20 verschiedene Schmetterlinge der Gattung Hamadryas. Diese Schmetterlinge werden gemeinhin als Crackers bezeichnet. Die Männchen sind in der Lage, einen perkussiven Ton zu erzeugen, der dem Knistern einer Bratpfanne ähnelt. Es wird angenommen, dass diese ungewöhnliche Fähigkeit zur Paarung oder zur Abschreckung von Rivalen dient. Aber ,unser Exemplar ....Hamadryas Iaodamia, oder Sternennachtfalter, ist in dieser Gattung einzigartig, weil er der einzige seiner Art ist, der nicht dieses universell identifizierbare Knacken erzeugt.
Der gebräuchliche Name "Sternennacht" ist von dem berühmten Gemälde von Vincent van Gogh abgeleitet. Ein Blick auf diesen majestätischen Schmetterling genügt, um die Ähnlichkeit zu erkennen. Seine Rückenfärbung ist üblicherweise durch unterschiedlich große Flecken gefärbt, die der Rinde sehr ähnlich sind, aber einige haben eine ähnliche Färbung wie die Sternennacht.
🇮🇹 Il genere Hamadryas comprende 20 farfalle diverse. Conosciuti comunemente come Cracker, i maschi di queste farfalle sono in grado di produrre un suono percussivo simile allo scoppiettio di una padella. Si pensa che questa insolita capacità venga utilizzata per l'accoppiamento o per allontanare i rivali. Ma il nostro esemplare ....Hamadryas Iaodamia, o farfalla della notte stellata, è unico in questo genere perché è l'unico della sua specie a non produrre questo suono scoppiettante universalmente identificato.
Il nome comune "Notte stellata" deriva dal famoso dipinto di Vincent van Gogh. Basta osservare questa maestosa farfalla per rendersi conto della sua somiglianza. La sua colorazione dorsale è comunemente colorata da macchie di varie dimensioni che ricordano da vicino la corteccia, ma alcune hanno una colorazione simile a quella della notte stellata.
I thought for a long time whether I should write this now or just keep it to myself. Because today is not about me at all. But it's been bothering me for days.
And as sorry as I am, it's not about you either.
Today belongs to a little boy who was not allowed to blossom like this winter aconite does.
I already know his story, which is far too short, even though I will be able to meet him for the first time in a few hours.
Because today is the first time that I am photographing an angle baby. Something I never thought I was capable of. And yet my things are ready to go.
And so I want to dedicate this flower solely to this boy whose name I don't even know. The boy and of course his family, who now have to try to deal with this situation.
Ich habe lange überlegt, ob ich das jetzt schreibe oder einfach für mich behalte. Denn heute geht es so garnicht um mich. Doch es beschäftigt mich bereits seit Tagen.
Und so leid es mir tut, es geht auch nicht um Euch.
Der heutige Tag gehört einem kleinen Jungen, dem es nicht vergönnt war zu erblühen, wie dieser Winterling es tut.
Ich kenne bereits seine viel zu kurze seine Geschichte auch wenn ich ihm in wenigen Stunden das erste Mal gegenüber stehen darf.
Denn heute ist es das erste Mal, dass ich ein Sternenkind fotografiere. Etwas, von dem ich nie glaubte dazu in der Lage zu sein. Und doch stehen meine Sachen bereit zum Aufbruch.
Und so möchte ich diese Blume einzig allein diesem Jungen widmen, dessen Namen ich nicht einmal kenne. Dem Jungen und natürlich seiner Familie, die nun versuchen muss, mit dieser Situation umzugehen..
more of this on my website at: www.shoot-to-catch
A tree line is the edge of a habitat at which trees are capable of growing and beyond which they are not. It is found at high elevations and high latitudes (Wikipedia). So, that isn't what this photo is all about, but It does have a nice view above a tree line anyway. It was taken in Bennington, Idaho looking toward the Preuss Range of the Rocky Mountains.
Serengeti NP, Tanzania.
The kori bustard is the largest flying bird native to Africa. The male kori bustard may be the heaviest living animal capable of flight.
Arusha National Park
Tanzania
East Africa
The common warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) is a wild member of the pig family (Suidae) found in grassland, savanna, and woodland in sub-Saharan Africa.
The common warthog is the only pig species that has adapted to grazing and savanna habitats. Its diet is omnivorous, composed of grasses, roots, berries and other fruits, bark, fungi, insects, eggs and carrion. During the wet seasons, warthogs graze on short perennial grasses. During the dry seasons, they subsist on bulbs, rhizomes, and nutritious roots.
Although they can dig their own burrows, they commonly occupy abandoned burrows of aardvarks and other animals. The common warthog reverses into burrows, with its head facing the opening and ready to burst out if necessary.
Although capable of fighting (males aggressively fight each other during mating season), the common warthog's primary defense is to flee by means of fast sprinting. The common warthog's main predators are humans, lions, leopards, cheetahs, crocodiles, wild dogs and hyenas.
Common warthogs are not territorial, but instead occupy a home range. Common warthogs live in groups called sounders. Females live in sounders with their young and with other females. Subadult males associate in bachelor groups, but live alone when they become adults. – Wikipedia