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Oriental Dwarf-kingfisher - Dong Nai, Vietnam
This species is also known as the Black-backed Dwarf-Kingfisher.
Bird Species (# 529) that I photographed and placed on my Flickr Photostream. Overall goal is 1000.
eBird Report and listing details - macaulaylibrary.org/asset/555163021
Wikipedia: The oriental dwarf kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca), also known as the black-backed kingfisher or three-toed kingfisher, is a pocket-sized bird in the family Alcedinidae. This tropical kingfisher is a partial migrant that is endemic across much of the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It resides in lowland forests, typically near streams or ponds, where it feeds upon insects, spiders, worms, crabs, fish, frogs, and lizards. This small bird is easily distinguishable from other birds in its range due to its red bill, yellow-orange underparts, lilac-rufous upperparts, and blue-black back.
The oriental dwarf kingfisher is a forest and wetland-dwelling species that is endemic across much of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Populations have been found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Vietnam.
Conservation status: Near Threatened
The legend of wroclaw dwarfs
Story says that the gnomes have lived in Wrocław since the beginning,
and their history is passed down from generation to generation.
The first gnome to appear in the settlement was the well-known Papa Dwarf.
He, along with his fellows, helped the first Wroclaw residents in their daily activities.
The gnomes repaired everyday objects, worked in the fields, patched holes in people’s clothes,
and helped raise children. In return, they received safety and shelter.
Since then, they are considered as the town’s protective spirits.
In the legends, it is said that where the gnomes live, prosperity
and order reign. The symbiosis of people and Wrocław gnomes coexist to this day,
and the little statues scattered throughout the city are here to remind you of it.
The Oudeland van Strijen is a large grassland area with small gravel roads in between. The wet meadows are attractive for meadowbirds, waders and geese. There are two bird watching hides in the area. Among the birds you can see here are Hen Harrier, bald eagle, avocet, black-tailed godwit, redshank, golden plover, Slobend, Oystercatcher, golden plover, lapwing, Curlew barnacle goose, dwarf goose,Greater Canada Goose, and the white-fronted goose.
Dwarf Iris (Iris Reticulata) A native of Turkey and the Caucasian Mountains , Dwarf Iris (Iris reticulata) is a four-inch tall beauty (10 cm) with grass-like leaves and a violet-blue or purple flower with yellow markings that bursts into bloom in late winter to early spring to create an effect reminiscent of butterflies hovering low to the ground.
Today is out first day of Spring.🌷
Taken at Edwards Garden
Have. a wonderful weekend everyone!💝
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The dwarf crocodile, also known as the African dwarf crocodile (Osteolaemus tetraspis), broad-snouted crocodile or bony crocodile, is an African crocodile that is also the smallest extant species of crocodile. @Philadelphia Zoo
If you look closely you will see two humans in the horizon. A cool effect of using a wide-angle lens.
I took this photo when I hiked Romsdalseggen in Norway this summer.
Have a great Sunday and thank you for visiting!
Dwarf Cosmos - Cosimo. It has nice serrated petal ends.
In our garden.
Thank you so much for the kind words, comments and visit - truly appreciated :^)
Finally came across a cluster of these lovely little irises. A bit tight in the frame but was happy to find them.;-)
Thanks for the views and faves.
Dwarf Bell | Galerina pumila | Hymenogastraceae
Samsung NX1 & Kiron 105mm f/2.8 Macro
Wide Open | Manual Focus | Available Light | Handheld
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This is a trillium species. It's native range is not in my area but I luckily live near Cornell Botanical Gardens and they had a few growing there.
I hope everyone enjoys this image! :D
For: Smile on Saturday
Theme: Flowers in March
Our dwarf sweet pea plants began to blossom last week - a bit earlier than last spring - just in time for dedication to Marcy.