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Brown Hare - Lepus europaeus
Norfolk
The brown hare is known for its long, black-tipped ears and fast running - it can reach speeds of 45mph when evading predators. It prefers a mosaic of farmland and woodland habitats and can often be spotted in fields.
Thought to have been introduced into the UK in Roman Times (or even earlier), the brown hare is now considered naturalised. It is most common in grassland habitats and at woodland edges, favouring a mosaic of arable fields, grasses and hedgerows. It grazes on vegetation and the bark of young trees and bushes. Brown hares do not dig burrows, but shelter in 'forms', which are shallow depressions in the ground or grass; when disturbed, they can be seen bounding across the fields, using their powerful hind legs to propel them forwards, often in a zigzag pattern. Brown hares are at their most visible in early spring when the breeding season encourages fighting or 'boxing'. Females can produce three to four litters of two to four young (known as leverets) a year.
Widespread, but absent from northern Scotland and the Scottish islands, except Islay, I'm reliably informed.
Reliable sources mentioned today, that Gustaf took an evening off........
He was seen standing at Tranquil Bay watching the view for quite a while, before he started to fish.
Moment at Autumn Trace, Tranquil Bay :
“Animals are reliable, many full of love, true in their affections,
predictable in their actions, grateful and loyal.
standards for people to live up to.” – Alfred A. Montapert
♫ Andrea Bocelli, Ellie Goulding - Return To Love ft. Ellie Goulding♫
[Verse 1: Andrea Bocelli]
Quand'è che spento il cuore?
Che ho smesso di sognare
Un nuovo amore?
Il dubbio dentro me
E ho smesso di sperare
Ma a un tratto, tu
[Pre-Chorus: Andrea Bocelli]
Risvegli nel profondo
Un fuoco che mi accende
[Chorus: Andrea Bocelli & Ellie Goulding, Andrea Bocelli]
I'll return to love and risk it all
Per regalarti un mondo
And I'll return to love and resterò
Per costruire un sogno
One more time
[Verse 2: Ellie Goulding, Andrea Bocelli & Ellie Goulding]
Who cares about the past?
Who knows about tomorrow?
L'amore è adesso
And maybe this won't last
Maybe this moment's all we have
Let's find out
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[Pre-Chorus: Ellie Goulding]
And though I'm still afraid
You're worth a leap of faith
[Chorus: Andrea Bocelli & Ellie Goulding]
I'll return to love and risk it all
To see the world that we make
I'll return to love and take the fall
As if my heart cannot break
One more time
[Bridge: Andrea Bocelli & Ellie Goulding]
Here and now, up against the edge
Promise me you won't look down
Won't fall off the ledge
Take my hand and show me how to love again
[Chorus: Both, Ellie Goulding & Andrea Bocelli]
And I'll return to love and risk it all
Per regalarti un mondo
And I'll return to love and take the fall
Per costruire ancora
One more time
Jahr des Büffels
Das chinesische Neujahr wird nach dem Mondkalender begangen und am 12. Feb. 2021 beginnt das Jahr des Büffels.
Büffel werden in der chinesischen Kultur als die harten Arbeiter im Hintergrund geschätzt. Aufgrund der Rolle des Büffels in der Landwirtschaft werden diesem Tierkreiszeichen Eigenschaften wie Fleiß und Ehrlichkeit, Geduld und Ausdauer zugeschrieben, sie werden als intelligent und zuverlässig angesehen.
Nach Ansicht der chinesichen Astrologie verspricht das Jahr des Metall-Büffels ein günstiges Jahr für die wirtschaftliche Erholung zu werden. Also genau das, wonach sich alle „Menschen unter dem Himmel“, wie es in China heißt, nach dem verganenen Jahr sehnen.
The Chinese New Year is celebrated according to the lunar calendar and the year of the Ox begins on Feb. 12, 2021.
The Ox is valued in Chinese culture as the hard worker behind the scenes. Due to the role of the Ox in agriculture, traits such as hard work and honesty, patience and perseverance are ascribed to this zodiac sign, it is considered intelligent and reliable.
According to Chinese astrology, the year of the metal ox promises to be a good year for economic recovery. In other words, exactly what all “people under heaven”, as it is called in China, long for the past year.
This is a different image to 'Majestic'...
Just tried a tighter crop and a little more contrast...hope you like it.
I keep this in the silverware drawer to use almost daily on jars or lids or other such frustrating things. I think this makes me much more gentle than tossing something across the room, don't you?
Back after I ask my significant other what the proper name of this is, if you're interested.
Ah, a pair of duck-billed pliers with which to grip, bend, and twist small things. Small enough for my smallish hand.
This is Mia, a grown-up female dog which looks kind and friendly. She is indeed, but not to the people whose faces are new to her. Once she sees any strangers enter the front gate from her shelter, which is located just a few meters away from it, she will angrily and continuously bark loud to notify her master of the presence of possible intruders.
Taken in Subic, Zambales, Philippines.
You can predict exactly when the Robin will have it's main feed. During the morning and afternoon it skirts the periphery of the five feeding area's in our garden, picking off the odd seed or nuts dropped by the other bird, but just as the Witching Hour starts they will appear, one at a time and feed for a couple of minutes facing into the setting sun.
This guy's been hanging around for a couple weeks. He reliably hops over to this tree after pecking at the feeder, and I was ready...
Musician during a performance on the stage of the Crocus Expo exhibition complex in Sokolniki. Moscow. Russia. NAMM Music Messe.
The artist behind the instrument - Laptop Conga - a hybrid, desktop instrument that reproduces warm, woody tones of the Congo and has the added bonus of portability. In fact, it is a small box measuring 76.2 x 292 x 495.3 mm, which comfortably "sits" on the lap of the performer, while the included belt with length adjustment reliably holds it in place. In addition, it can be played standing with the help of the same belt, only fastened to the belt. The acoustic uniqueness lies in the fact that it produces two completely different pitch, just like a pair of Congo does. This is achieved by creating two cameras with a carefully thought-out size, and together with a wooden case, rich sound and excellent projection are obtained.
Not long ago, the Willow Emerald Damselfly had only been reliably recorded in the UK on 2 occasions, in 1979 and 1992. A single individual was then recorded in south-east Suffolk during 2007, followed in 2009 by a sudden boom of 400 records of the species from this same general area. Since this time, the Willow Emerald has spread rapidly across the south-east of England, gaining footholds in new counties on a yearly basis. The natural colonisation and spread of this damselfly in the UK is incredible.
Willow Emerald Damselfly females lay eggs into the bark of trees; these eggs overwinter and then with the coming of spring they hatch and the larva falls into the water below.
This was my first sighting of a Willow Emerald Damselfly, seen clinging for life on a Sallow twig in 40mph gusts of wind in Suffolk. My thanks to Sue Gough, a talented guide for Naturetrek, who told me where to look.
NS B2T is rolling down the siding at Chelsea and will meet Amtrak 353 at the east end. I've long wanted a freight train by here but for years there was nothing reliable in daylight. That recently changed with this job going on duty in Jackson at 0900 to go east to Detroit. How quickly they get themselves together and moving seems to determine whether they meet Amtrak 353 at Jackson or Chelsea but on this day they were rolling down the siding at Chelsea just before 10:30 for the meet with Amtrak 353 already out of Ann Arbor. There's a wider view with a classic depot and other interesting buildings that I zoomed out for but here's the tele shot with the great advertising logos. Chelsea, MI 4/23/2022
When I used to work afternoons, I would regularly check before I left what L505, a Sarnia-Battle Creek train, had for power. The train was a magnet for what crews would consider garbage, this often meant old standard cabs and barns would end up on the train. After working Flint and Durand, L505 is back on the move heading for Battle Creek as they pass through Morrice past the former Meal-N-More elevator that has long been gone, now only a memory like most of the barns.
According to a reliable source, the previous owners of this home rented out the property as an airbnb. It was completely renovated from top to bottom and sold ready for new owners that would appreciate its beauty....I have featured the outdoor patio area because it serves as some very usable living space. As shown, it makes for a great garden area....and it looks like someone has already started planting some roots...
This home will be available at faMESHed starting the 1st of August but you can preview it now at the HISA mainstore:
HISA - SommerHus
HISA - Foliage
faMESHed: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/226/144/1001
HISA Mainstore: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hisa/123/117/22
HISA Flickr: flic.kr/ps/3RR2wW
Various releases by Muniick that can be found at the mainstore:
Muniick Springville Soil Bags
Muniick Vintage Tin Can Fruit Berries
Muniick Vintage Tin Can Peaches
Muniick Vintage Tin Can Tomato Soup
Muniick Lowell's Hay Fork
Muniick Lowell's Shovel
Muniick- Upcycled Wooden Drawer Garden Planter w/ Poppies
Muniick Springville Wood Bucket with Tomatoes
Muniick Springville Garden Toolbox w/ Garden Tools
Muniick- (ADULT) Upcycled Cinder Block Bench
Muniick Mainstore: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Port%20Lux/150/57/3402
Muniick Flickr: flic.kr/ps/2UgnfP
Last but definitely not least:
Titans - The Timeworn Tree
{anc} dandelion fluff
{anc} miniature/H. swan {chocolate}
Apple Fall Row Boat Cream
Apple Fall Basil Sproutlings
.:revival:. beach fence
.:revival:. garden shower
.:revival:. garden table
Skye Epic Rock
JIAN Pekin Duck :: Static Duck
Apple Fall Urne de Terra Cuite
Apple Fall Potting Mix Bags
Apple Fall Stacked Herb Pots - Clay
Apple Fall Heavy Corbel Shelf
Apple Fall Apple Fall Vintage Milk Urn - Galvanized Metal Sink
Apple Fall Stacked Herb Pots - Bleached
West Village Hand Thrown Terracotta Urn
Ayla. DIY Plant Stands - Carrot Plant Stand
Ayla. DIY Plant Stands - Book Plant Stand
dust bunny . recycled pots
Apple Fall Stacked Terracotta Pots
8f8 - primavera in Toscana Clay Pots
8f8 - Granny's Winter Cottage - Sink
..::THOR::.. Cute Plant
..::THOR::.. Italian Clay Pot L
..::THOR::.. Italian Clay Pot Capped
..::THOR::.. Italian Clay Pot S
..::THOR::.. Old Gardener Table
~BAZAR~Berlin-Pots
ChiMia:: Les Landes Work Bench
Dahlia - Aradia - Rose Wall Water Fountain
Nutmeg. Garden Getaway Clutter Exclusive
Nutmeg. Garden Junk Water Pump
12. Nutmeg. Garden Getaway Straw Hat
Nutmeg. French Cafe Watering Can
Nutmeg. Watering Can#1 -3
Wheelbarrow by Austin Liam
[Rezz Room] Chihuahua
Thanks for the continued support! Be safe, be happy....Wishing you all a great week ahead!! 😊
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After a fruitless search for the ultra rare visiting Night Heron, came across this Robin on the way home...with a luminous snack...Baron's Haugh NR
Above open range was miles of timber
Fix them fences you remember
Horse and the saddle
rope and leather
Ridin through the wind and the weather
Smell the sage and see forever
Chevron Gas Station in Ghost Town of Nelson, Nevada
Located in southern end of Nevada, in El Dorado Canyon in Clark County, Nevada.
The area known as Nelson was originally called Eldorado in 1775, by the original discoveries of gold in the area that is now Eldorado Canyon. The town was the site of one of the first major gold strikes in Nevada and one of the biggest mining booms in state history. Gold and silver were discovered here around 1859. The rush to the canyon began in 1861.
The community called Nelson was named for Charles Nelson, a camp leader.
I'm not sure if there are zillions of song sparrows, or there's just one following me around.
In any case, when there aren't a lot of other birds around, I can always count on a nearby song sparrow.
Nisqually NWR
This is my favorite formation in the slickrock area near Page, AZ. I've posted a couple of shots of it before.
The erosion patterns are so elaborate and complex. And the color is lovely.
When in doubt, pan it out. And where else but Harris Tower at CP Harrisburg? An old staple of mine for sure, and a quick go to when duty calls.
In this edition, we've got (what else?) the Steelton Local with a slightly different leader - an Operation Livesaver GP59E - rolling through downtown and headed back home to Enola.
Connecticut Southern GP38 2038 leads CSO-3 back to Hartford Yard approaching Belden Street in East Hartford. The former southern high hood leads the way after this train served customers on the South Windsor Branch.
Many thanks for your visits, faves and comments. Cheers.
...from the passenger's seat.
Wivenhoe Dam is South East Queensland’s largest water storage and is the main supply of water for Brisbane and the greater Ipswich area.
Wivenhoe Dam was built on the Brisbane River, about 80 kilometres from Brisbane. It was designed by the Water Resources Commission and built in 1984.
The dam was built for the dual purpose of providing a safe and reliable water supply for the region and flood mitigation.
It is a gated dam which allows us to make controlled water releases during times of heavy rain. Wivenhoe Dam has a total storage capacity of 3.132 million megalitres. Currently 38.3% capacity.
(SOURCE: www.seqwater.com.au/dams/wivenhoe)
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It's getting to the point that, if nothing much is available, you can still rely on the Double-barred Finches. Oxley Creek Common.
On this particular day, if there was one thing I could count on, it was the sun to light up the sky for a lovely sunset. It did not disappoint. Wish you were there too...
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These old windmills have sadly been replaced with more reliable but rather less obvious electric pumps
Robin - Erithacus rubecula
Our ever reliable Little Robin...
Double click image.
The European robin (Erithacus rubecula), known simply as the robin or robin redbreast in the British Isles, is a small insectivorous passerine bird, specifically a chat, that was formerly classified as a member of the thrush family (Turdidae) but is now considered to be an Old World flycatcher.
The robin occurs in Eurasia east to Western Siberia, south to Algeria and on the Atlantic islands as far west as the Azores and Madeira. It is a vagrant in Iceland. In the south-east, it reaches the Caucasus range. Irish and British robins are largely resident but a small minority, usually female, migrate to southern Europe during winter, a few as far as Spain. Scandinavian and Russian robins migrate to Britain and western Europe to escape the harsher winters. These migrants can be recognised by the greyer tone of the upper parts of their bodies and duller orange breast. The European robin prefers spruce woods in northern Europe, contrasting with its preference for parks and gardens in Ireland and Britain.
Attempts to introduce the European robin into Australia and New Zealand in the latter part of the 19th century were unsuccessful. Birds were released around Melbourne, Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and Dunedin by various local acclimatisation societies, with none becoming established. There was a similar outcome in North America as birds failed to establish after being released in Long Island, New York in 1852, Oregon in 1889–1892, and the Saanich Peninsula in British Columbia in 1908–1910.
The robin is diurnal, although has been reported to be active hunting insects on moonlit nights or near artificial light at night. Well known to British and Irish gardeners, it is relatively unafraid of people and drawn to human activities involving the digging of soil, in order to look out for earthworms and other food freshly turned up. Indeed, the robin is considered to be a gardener's friend and for various folklore reasons the robin would never be harmed. In continental Europe on the other hand, robins were hunted and killed as with most other small birds, and are more wary.
Robins also approach large wild animals, such as wild boar and other animals which disturb the ground, to look for any food that might be brought to the surface. In autumn and winter, robins will supplement their usual diet of terrestrial invertebrates, such as spiders, worms and insects, with berries and fruit. They will also eat seed mixtures placed on bird-tables.
The robin features prominently in British folklore, and that of northwestern France, but much less so in other parts of Europe. It was held to be a storm-cloud bird and sacred to Thor, the god of thunder, in Norse mythology. Robins feature in the traditional children's tale, Babes in the Wood; the birds cover the dead bodies of the children.
More recently, the robin has become strongly associated with Christmas, taking a starring role on many Christmas cards since the mid 19th century. The robin has appeared on many Christmas postage stamps. An old British folk tale seeks to explain the robin's distinctive breast. Legend has it that when Jesus was dying on the cross, the robin, then simply brown in colour, flew to his side and sang into his ear in order to comfort him in his pain. The blood from his wounds stained the robin's breast, and thereafter all robins got the mark of Christ's blood upon them.
An alternative legend has it that its breast was scorched fetching water for souls in Purgatory.
The association with Christmas more probably arises from the fact that postmen in Victorian Britain wore red jackets and were nicknamed Robins, the robin featured on the Christmas card is an emblem of the postman delivering the card.
In the 1960s, in a vote publicised by The Times, the robin was adopted as the unofficial national bird of the UK.
In 2015, the robin was again voted Britain's national bird in a poll organised by birdwatcher David Lindo, taking 34% of the final vote.