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Ndutu Conservation Area, Tanzania
Better be watched by an animal than a nosy man.
The world is like a book and those, who do not travel, only read the first page.
If you only visit 2 continents in your lifetime, visit Africa, twice.
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A male Ruffed Grouse displaying for three hens perched up in a Balsam Fir Tree in the Hersey Lake Conservation Area located in the Township of Tisdale in the City of Timmins Northeastern Ontario Canada
Description
The scientific name for the Ruffed Grouse is Bonasa umbellus. Both terms are from the Latin: Bonasa means good when roasted and umbellus, a sunshade. This refers to the ruff or dark-coloured neck feathers that are particularly large in the male. When he is in display before the female, these are erected and surround his head almost like an umbrella. By nodding his head and ruffs, and spreading his tail and strutting, the male identifies himself to the female and encourages her advances.
The male Ruffed Grouse is about the size of a bantam chicken and weighs about 500 g. The females are smaller. Unlike the chicken, the grouse has a broad flat tail that is usually held down but that may be erected and spread into a half circle.
The dappled and barred plumage ranges in colour from pale grey through sombre red to rich mahogany. In the east, most grouse are predominantly grey, although some are red. Greys are in the majority in the central parts of the continent, and on the west coast most grouse are reddish brown.
The colours worn by the grouse are related to their habitat: the dark-coloured grouse inhabit dark forest, as on the coast; grey grouse live in lighter bush. This camouflage helps protect the grouse from their predators.
Males are hard to tell from females at a distance, but they are larger with larger ruffs and a longer tail. In the male the broad band of dark colour in the tail is usually unbroken.
The Ruffed Grouse is frequently called the “partridge.” This leads to confusion with the Gray, or Hungarian, Partridge, which was introduced to Canada from Europe. The Ruffed Grouse is only distantly related to the Gray Partridge, which is a bird of open areas, not woodlands.
Source: Hinterlands Who's Who
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One of two cubs leopard cubs (Panthera pardus) born ~ March 2021 to 9 year old "Nkoveni". Londolozi Game Reserve, Sabi Sands, South Africa. Conservation Status: Vulnerable
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area lies in Nevada’s Mojave Desert. It’s known for geological features such as towering red sandstone peaks and the Keystone Thrust Fault, as well as Native American petroglyphs. Panoramic viewing spots dot the 13-mile Scenic Drive. The sheltered Ice Box Canyon has seasonal waterfalls. To the south, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park features historic buildings and hiking trails.
Address: 1000 Scenic Loop Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89161
Aerial view of fishing access on peat dome conservation concession on the Kampar Peninsular in Riau Sumatra.
Our conservation area is always a nice place to go for a walk!
I wish everyone a good week and thanks so much for your visits!
Kruger National Park
South Africa
Happy Caturday!!!
Two male lions resting after enjoying a lunch of roasted leopard tortoises. You can see the scorched earth on which they are lying after a fire.
Panthera leo melanochaita is a lion subspecies in Southern and East Africa. In this part of Africa, lion populations are regionally extinct in Lesotho, Djibouti and Eritrea, and are threatened by loss of habitat and prey base, killing by local people in retaliation for loss of livestock, and in several countries also by trophy hunting. Since the turn of the 21st century, lion populations in intensively managed protected areas in Botswana, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe have increased, but declined in East African range countries. In 2005, a Lion Conservation Strategy was developed for East and Southern Africa.
Results of a phylogeographic study indicate that lion populations in southern and eastern Africa form a major clade distinct from lion populations in West Africa, Central Africa and Asia. In 2017, the Cat Classification Task Force of the IUCN Cat Specialist Group subsumed lion populations according to the major clades into two subspecies, namely P. l. leo and P. l. melanochaita. - Wikipedia
White-browed sparrow-weaver (Plocepasser mahali), widely distributed in semi-arid regions of Africa, primarily in dry acacia and mopane woodland areas.
Santawani Concession, Botswana.
Conservation Status: Least Concern
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~18 month old female koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) named “Coolaroo” living in the Australia Outback habitat at the San Diego Zoo.
Conservation status: Vulnerable
20 year old male Coquerel’s sifaka (Propithecus coquereli) named "Bertie", sitting on his favorite heated rock. Sifakas are one of the lemur species living in the Madagascar Forest habitat of Africa Rocks, San Diego Zoo.
Conservation status: Endangered
This waterfall is the highlight of the conservation area, located in the picturesque hamlet of Belfountain, Ontario Canada.
These Polish Konic ponies were bred from the original European wild horse. In thisSussex RSPB reserve they are used to conserve the heathland and keep short areas of Purple moor grass which is important for birds such as the woodlark, tree pipit and nightjar for feeding and nesting. They are well adapted to living in the wild, foraging any available foods according to the seasons.
#18 Conservation - 122 pictures in 2022
~15 year old female white rhino (Ceratotherium simum simum) named "Helene". San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
Conservation status: Near Threatened
The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area in Clark County located in the City of Las Vegas Nevada U.S.A.
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Waterscape #3 of 100 for 2025.
Wybung Head, perched in the Munmorah State Conservation Area, is the kind of place that earns its name. "Wybung" is a local Aboriginal word meaning "Dangerous Sea," and this headland delivers on that promise with sheer, unfenced cliffs and an ocean that is perpetually trying to lull unwary rock fisherman, and photographers, to their grave.
The headland offers 270-degree views of the coastline, and on a clear day, you can see for miles—just don’t get too close to those crumbly edges. Whale watchers and ocean gazers find plenty to love here. However, shade and shelter are entirely absent, and the wind shows no mercy. We visited on a Wednesday afternoon when the temperature soared into the 30s °C and the wind gusted at 40 km/h. I’ve never felt closer to understanding life inside an air fryer.
After edging uncomfortably close to the edge of the crumbly cliffs at the end of the headland for the obligatory heart-stopping views, we decided to head down to the cheerily named Deadman’s Beach. Because why wouldn’t you follow up a stop at "Dangerous Sea" with a jaunt to "Deadman’s Beach"? “Track” is a generous term—it’s more like a gravity experiment with added rocks. From there, we scrambled around the rockshelf to Frazer Beach for a swim. The ocean has never felt so refreshing! The crowd (about a dozen people) wasn’t ideal, but hey, its school holidays, and the nearby campground explains the human influx.
This photo captures Wybung Head itself, though its sheer scale is hard to convey. If you squint, you might spot a post with a lifejacket at the end of the rockshelf to the bottom right of Wybung, a small but poignant reminder of the dangers of the seas at this beautiful place.
Have a great week out there.
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Beautiful purple wildflowers on a trail in Greenwood conservation area , Martin’s photographs , Ajax , Ontario , Canada , August 31. 2021
Beautiful roots in the forest
Greenwood conservation area
Canada
August 2021
Roots
Ontario
Ajax
Canada
Pickering
Martin’s photographs
Discovery Bay
Trees
Sunset
March 2020
Favourites
IPhone XR
Squires Beach
Duffins Creek
Duffins Marsh
Waterfront Trail
Rotary Park
Lake Ontario
Rod iron fence
Bridge
Bridge
Duffins Creek
Twilight
Sticks
Stones
Fallen trees
Fallen tree
Fungi
Mushrooms
Sand
Beach
Reflections
Reflection
Dogwood
Tall grasses
iPhone 6s
Weeds
Wildflowers
Purple wildflowers
Beautiful red stag Horn Sumac trees behind a wooden fence on a trail in Greenwood conservation area , Martin’s photographs , Ajax , Ontario , Canada , August 31. 2021
Beautiful teasels , goldenrod , wildflowers and trees on a trail in Greenwood conservation area , Martin’s photographs , Ajax , Ontario , Canada , August 31. 2021
Beautiful roots in the forest
Greenwood conservation area
Canada
August 2021
Roots
Ontario
Ajax
Canada
Pickering
Martin’s photographs
Discovery Bay
Trees
Sunset
March 2020
Favourites
IPhone XR
Squires Beach
Duffins Creek
Duffins Marsh
Waterfront Trail
Rotary Park
Lake Ontario
Rod iron fence
Bridge
Bridge
Duffins Creek
Twilight
Sticks
Stones
Fallen trees
Fallen tree
Fungi
Mushrooms
Sand
Beach
Reflections
Reflection
Dogwood
Tall grasses
iPhone 6s
Weeds
Wildflowers
Purple wildflowers
Stone wall
Teasels
Goldenrod
Trees
Stag Horn Sumac
Wooden fence
The Long-tailed Sylph (Aglaiocercus kingii) is a breathtaking sight in the cloud forests of Cañon del Combeima, Tolima, Colombia. This photograph captures a striking male, its iridescent emerald green plumage and remarkably long tail feathers standing out against the lush backdrop. Shot at an altitude of 2627 meters, the image benefits from the soft, diffused light typical of the cloud forest, enhancing the bird's vibrant colors. The composition focuses on the Sylph's delicate balance on a flowering plant, highlighting the grace and beauty of this unique hummingbird.
As a bird photographer dedicated to conservation, capturing this moment was both a challenge and a privilege. The long tail feathers required careful framing to ensure they were fully showcased, and the ever-changing light conditions demanded precise camera settings. This image is a testament to the patience and dedication needed to photograph such elusive and magnificent creatures. Sharing this moment allows for a deeper appreciation of both the technical aspects of wildlife photography and the critical importance of conserving these natural habitats.
©2021 Adam Rainoff Photographer
Red-cockaded Woodpecker (Dryobates borealis)
Francis Marion National Forest, South Carolina, U.S.A.
A Red-cockaded Woodpecker clings to a longleaf pine, momentarily pausing from his relentless drilling.
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has played a crucial role in the survival of the Red-cockaded Woodpecker in the Southeastern United States. Since its listing as an endangered species in 1973, federal protection has facilitated active conservation efforts, including habitat restoration and management on federal lands such as national forests and military installations. I've seen firsthand the positive impact of this protection on numerous Army installations across the American Southeast. As a result of these efforts, this species has been downlisted from "endangered" to "threatened," marking a major milestone in its recovery.
Harris’s Sparrow has a Conservation Status under the IUCN of Near Threatened www.iucnredlist.org/species/22721082/179974375
The Harris’s Sparrow has the distinction of being the only bird species whose breeding range is found entirely in Canada. It nests in northern latitudes from near Churchill, northern Manitoba, to the shore of the Arctic Ocean near Inuvik in the Northwest Territories. These birds spend the North American winter in southcentral USA. This nonbreeding individual was seen in a residential neighbourhood of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, in early October — which would be late autumn for many species, but we’re talking about a creature with Canuck heritage…
In The Moment...
From The Archives;
The last day of September 2018 was a chilly dull day, the skies were sullen with the threat of rain; that didn't stop us from taking a long walk around the Ken Whillans Conservation area. we wandered around the small lake finding this particular spot where a small boat had been tied off to the shore, its hull reflecting in the glassy calm water.
We stood there, motionless, lost in thought, staring across the lake. Gazing at the dancing reflection of the trees on the other side. We stayed there for several minutes taking in the view and enjoying the silence.
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Beautiful red stag Horn Sumac trees behind a wooden fence on a trail in Greenwood conservation area , Martin’s photographs , Ajax , Ontario , Canada , August 31. 2021
Beautiful teasels , goldenrod , wildflowers and trees on a trail in Greenwood conservation area , Martin’s photographs , Ajax , Ontario , Canada , August 31. 2021
Beautiful roots in the forest
Greenwood conservation area
Canada
August 2021
Roots
Ontario
Ajax
Canada
Pickering
Martin’s photographs
Discovery Bay
Trees
Sunset
March 2020
Favourites
IPhone XR
Squires Beach
Duffins Creek
Duffins Marsh
Waterfront Trail
Rotary Park
Lake Ontario
Rod iron fence
Bridge
Bridge
Duffins Creek
Twilight
Sticks
Stones
Fallen trees
Fallen tree
Fungi
Mushrooms
Sand
Beach
Reflections
Reflection
Dogwood
Tall grasses
iPhone 6s
Weeds
Wildflowers
Purple wildflowers
Stone wall
Teasels
Goldenrod
Trees
Stag Horn Sumac
Wooden fence
Excerpt from www.guidetags.com/niagara-greenbelt/explore//487-louth-co...:
Louth Conservation Area is one of the most well kept secrets of the Niagara Region. It is located in Lincoln County along the 16 Mile Creek off of Staff Avenue, just north of the Staff Estate Winery. The area is geologically important as it contains many valleys and rock formations as well as two waterfalls and is part of the Niagara Esarpment.
In 1973 the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority purchased the segment of land known as the Louth Conservation Area. Since then, a portion of the Niagara Escarpment has been preserved by the Louth Conservation Area. Louth also contains many historic rock formations.
The two waterfalls and multiple rock formations make Louth Conservation Area geologically significant. The first waterfall is known as the upper falls and plummets 3.66 meters. The second waterfall, known as the lower falls is larger and plummets 7.92 meters. These features of the area are made possible because of its location along the Niagara Escarpment.
There is a variety of wildlife in the Louth Conservation Area. In the fall months there have been multiple deer sightings as well as migratory bird sightings. In addition, Louth Conservation Area houses old growth forest.
African Hoopoe (Upupa africana) is a woodland bird fairly common throughout southern Africa. The diet consists mostly of insects, their larvae and pupae. It occasionally hawks termite alates. The African Hoopoe does not drink and gains all of its moisture requirements from the food it eats.
Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, Botswana
Conservation status: Least concern
Thank you for your views and comments. They are all greatly appreciated.
Another look at the Black Skimmers' nesting area. According to the North American Waterbird Conservation Plan, the birds are in declining numbers and listed as a Species of High Concern. The problem is their choice of nesting area, often on beaches humans enjoy as well. You can see here there appears no protection whatsoever from beachgoers, dogs, maybe even motorized vehicles. Thoughtfully, beach management put up a low temporary fence around the colony and some signs to tell people to keep a respectful distance.
Look hard for the little nestling, low left "crash point", lots of resolution to give it a close look.