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I spotted this Tortoise and his Human Pal taking an ocean-front walk along the cliffs of Palos Verdes California. One thing about California, you will usually find something interesting or unusual, even when you're not looking for it : )
The Tortoise:
Tortoises are "cold-blooded," meaning their body temperature varies with the surrounding environment. They are also herbivores, meaning they eat plants. Tortoises are found in a variety of habitats, including deserts, forests, grasslands, and swamps.
There are over 300 species of tortoises, and they come in a wide range of sizes. The smallest tortoise is the speckled padloper tortoise, which is only about 4 inches long. The largest tortoise is the Galapagos tortoise, which can grow to be over 150 pounds.
Tortoises are long-lived animals. Some species can live for over 100 years. The oldest known tortoise is a Galapagos tortoise named Jonathan, who is over 190 years old.
Here are some interesting facts about tortoises:
Tortoises have been around for over 200 million years.
The largest tortoise ever recorded was a Galapagos tortoise named "Johnathan" who weighed over 500 pounds and was over 190 years old.
Tortoises are very good at conserving water. They can go for long periods of time without drinking.
Tortoises are not very good swimmers.
Tortoises are very social animals and enjoy spending time with other tortoises.
Tortoises can be very affectionate and make great pets.
-Google Bard
(Sony, 200-600 @ 241 mm, 1/3200 @ f/8, ISO 4000, edited to taste)
Taken across from the Flying J truckstop in Willard Utah. The Wasatch Range is right and out of sight the Great Salt Lake and Willard Bay are about a half mile to the left. A light snow over night left everything white topped.
Like a vampire you didn't invite
Suddenly, a change stifles the air
Sucking away all your blood and energy
Whispering in your ear
"You aren't going to survive this one, dear"
Filling you with unabated darkness
Which is really strange because
Just two days ago
You were feeling so much better.
**All photos are copyrighted**
This song reminds me of autumn days, a change in the weather, hot coffee, cuddles, comfort, and warmth with those we love most. It is all the good things I wish for you (and me) this weekend.
Happy Friday all!
My sandwich mysteriously disappeared from the picnic table. I asked this guy if I could frisk him and he complied but I think that bulbous stomach and crop is where the truth lies. With that said he is an adorable thief.
Tired of staying indoors? Then why don't we get away to Yellow Water in Kakadu National Park. Located within the Alligator Rivers Region of the Northern Territory of Australia, the National Park covers an area of 19,804 km2 (7,646 sq mi), making it the size of Wales, or almost half the size of Switzerland.
Yellow Water is a landlocked billabong at the centre of the National Park and brimming with native flora and fauna and is one of Kakadu's best-known landmarks. Bring your camera, Kakadu is home to more than 280 different types of birds – around a third of all bird species in Australia, not to mention the crocodiles. You'll love Kakadu, see you tomorrow for another get away adventure.
I take a lot of photos and not all of them go up up Flickr. I try to pick what I consider "quality" photos for posting. But, because I take so many photos, sometimes a photo falls through the cracks. This one is from last year; no idea why I didn't post it.
12/25/2022: haha I actually have posted this before. I'll leave it here, I guess. Silly me.
trust...and the weight of feathers
my winter sports ;-)
I'm grateful to a visiting friend and photographer for this image.
Thank you!!! (you know who you are ;-)
and for those inclined ;-)
Joni Mitchell's Woodstock...
from 1.00 if you want to skip the introduction:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRjQCvfcXn0&list=RDGMEMJQXQAm... :-)
lightly
happily free
from fences friday ;-)
@ ALPHA
DURA - NA14
::GB:: one arm short shirt
::GB:: Under-coupling pants
ZEROICHI IOB choker
Backdrop K&S View from my balcony
A shot from a hot September day when I went to Meijendel close to Wassenaar to get my repaired telelens back, and then to relax on the beach for the rest of the day. This shot was taken at the end of the day. A nice memory, and a reminder of my next trip tomorrow. To Dahab! I'll be back!
Beautiful spring Nutmeg at Kustom 9...The Bloom Collection:
Nutmeg. In Bloom Armchair Adult and PG (HUD for texture change)
Nutmeg. In Bloom Chandelier
Nutmeg. In Bloom Table / Tan
Nutmeg. In Bloom Vase / Ivory
Nutmeg. In Bloom Partition
Nutmeg. In Bloom Books Bonus Item
Kustom 9: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/kustom9/124/127/21
Nutmeg Mainstore: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/REKA%20NUTMEG/233/125/21
Nutmeg Flickr: flic.kr/ps/Yr6Sn
Additional Nutmeg:
3. Nutmeg. Delicate Glamor Distressed Chair w/Throw Adult RARE
17. Nutmeg. Delicate Glamor Pitcher
9. Nutmeg. Musical Escape Framed Rose
Nutmeg. Artist's Alcove Vase / More LOD
ReKa. Tulips
Misc....
{vespertine} - antique garden sink / flowers
Apple Fall Clifton Cast Iron Fireplace (White)
Ariskea[Doucy] Lace curtain
Foxwood - Petit Pom Lay - Cream
DRD - The Sugar Shack - Wood Platform
Pitaya - Hand Carved Sideboard WHITE
[North Oak] + Quint Rug
Thankful for the continued support! 😁
Midjourney
**These pictures were made by using Midjourney on discord. It is AI art. i tried to manipulate them in such a way as they resemble our secondlife avatars.
---- Getting ready for partial reopening in Coney Island, NY.
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Thank you to my friends who visit my stream and comments on my photos and works. Even on my boring videos.
Wishing you all safe days in health and good morality.
Seilebost beach on isle of Harris offering so many different natural layers and textures to the eyes.
Red Breasted Merganser nabs its dinner with its serrated beak well equipped for holding on to a slippery fish. Heavy Crop on this one! :)
Black-eyed Susans are the state flower of Maryland, the official flower of the Preakness Stakes horse race, an Australian rock band, a restaurant in Nantucket, a clothing shop in Long Beach Island,
a cocktail (made with orange and pineapple juices, rum, vodka and elderberry liqueur).......
A lot going on for this garden variety flower! They are so bright and cheerful!
"If you ever plan to motor west
Just take my way, it's the highway that's the best
Get your kicks on Route 66!"
Photo taken at Mother Road. Visit here: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mishiland/9/190/75
See their Flickr group here: www.flickr.com/groups/4070368@N24/pool/