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Though my daughter usually complained about her nagging mother, the first one to know what she hurt is always her mother. She was checking Amy's toe injured by her new shoes in the trip to an old railway station.
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." ~ Mark Twain
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These are Common Cranes (Grus grus) which breed across large areas of Northern Europe and Asia. They winter in warmer places like Spain, Southern Asia and parts of Africa, where I photographed these.
Cranes are a rare breeding bird in the UK with about 30 pairs, mostly in East Anglia. They started nesting in Britain in 1981 after an absence of hundreds of years. In Europe they are largely migratory but in Britain they are resident with birds from around the UK seeming to congregate in Norfolk. They breed when about four years old and typically live to about thirteen. They are large too, with a wingspan of 2.3 metres and weighing in at more than 5.5 kg. Compare this with Grey Heron with a wingspan of 1.85m and weighing a mere 1.5kg. They nest in quiet, undisturbed places and are very sensitive to disturbance. Apparently they were more common and widespread in the past but their similarity to Grey Herons makes assessment of historic reports difficult. Evidence of Cranes breeding comes from bones of half-grown Cranes found in Iron Age middens in Somerset and Orkney and place names like Cranfield, Cranbourne and Cranleigh are thought to be named after Cranes. And one final thing, the word pedigree comes via French for foot of Crane (Pied de Gru) because the symbol showing lineage (like the inner part of a peace sign but upside down) looks like a Crane's foot with equal length toes. If you don't know what I mean here's a peace sign: www.flickr.com/photos/luxfotograph/47991456742/in/photolist
Snout is a scout mech equipped with a sensitive sensor array.
Buzzer mech emits a powerful field of pure bliss. Anyone affected stands paralyzed.
Mimosa pudica
The leaves close up when touched.
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort, Kinabatangan River, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia
Mimosa Pudica
Palakkad, Kerala
Originally from Central/South America, they are commonly found in India and other tropical places.
Meet the Globose Dome Snail, or Ventridens ligera! This little fella is a native species to my region, and feeds almost exclusively on decaying vegetation!
Normally, I remove snails and slugs when I spot them, due to the damage they can cause to my crops! But, I noticed this guy was munching on some nearly-moldy decaying matter from my strawberry plant, so I did some research instead. Upon learning he is a detritivore and not an herbivore, he quickly changed from combatant to chum!
Snails are gorgeous, and my state plays host to over 200 species of terrestrial snails alone! This isn't counting the vast variety of freshwater snails, either. We are the global hotspot for lots of these little leaf-litter lunchers, and it's a point of pride for me to have them in my garden! They are key indicator species, and are often some of the first to go when humanity decides that there's too many "weeds" and "pests" in the area. They rely on their thin skin for breathing and for moisture regulation, which means even the slightest touch of toxins can trigger termination.
So, the next time your kids ask you where the friendly bugs went, you have your answer! The species we miss from our childhoods (I'm looking at you, lightning bugs!) are all absent due to our own attempts to artificially apply order to our properties through the use of pesticides and herbicides, and we should be just a little ashamed about it.
If all you see in your yard are fire ants and mosquitos, maybe you should let spiders take care of the problem, and not sevin dust.
This shot was captured at 1:1 using my Vivitar (Komine) 90mm f2.8 Macro. This photo is uncropped. This meticulously munching mollusk is around 7-8mm in diameter, and is most likely a juvenile!
Mimosa pudica (from Latin: pudica "shy, bashful or shrinking") also called sensitive plant, sleepy plant or shy plant) is a creeping annual or perennial herb of the pea family Fabaceae.the compound leaves fold inward and droop when touched or shaken, defending themselves from harm, and re-open a few minutes later.
The species is known by numerous common names including sensitive plant, humble plant, shameplant, touch-me-not, chuimui in Hindi and Urdu, and lajalu in Marathi.(Wikipedia)
Taken in Kerala :-)
A white variant Western Fairy Slipper aka Calypso Orchid (Calypso bulbosa). The beautiful orchid has a truly delicate look to it with a single showy flower. The lower lip of the orchid is spotted and fine hairs line the edge of the lip. These orchids are very sensitive to any disturbance, and are classified as a vulnerable species. Copyright © Kim Toews/All Rights Reserved.
I think that the cultivation of the chrysanthemum is one of the splendid Japanese culture.
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I took a sick day today cause I'm exhausted and my cold has me feeling like craaaap. So my bffl Sammy motivated me to shoot. thanks <3
I HAVE NEGLECTED YOU ALL SO MUCH I AM SORRY </3 i've had no inspiration or motivation and have been busy STILLLLL. But it's a good kind of busy. I'm having the time of my life. finally weo xo thank god
So a quickie update: Les Mis is over, our improv team made it to finals and finished 5th out of 9 overall, we didnt win but we have come a long way and Im very very very proud and in love with my team. Drama has started and Dramafest is in two weeks. :D :D
I hope you are all. doing very very very well <3
Dont stop believinnnnn'
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One of my favourite reserves in the whole North of England due to it's open plan nature. There are many lakes, ponds, reedbeds and meadows. There are lots of nature trails and as you walk around you can see the wildlife and observe it from the paths.
www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/s/staidans/
St Aidan's is a perfect place to get close to nature and relax, unwind or exercise in a stress-free environment. Just outside Leeds on the banks of the River Aire, it's a big new space to walk, run, cycle, or ride your horse and enjoy the wildlife that surrounds you.
It has a wide range of wild plants and animals, and is home to thousands of birds, brown hares, roe deer, wild flowers and insects - all living in a stunning landscape of vast reedbeds, grassland, woodland, lakes, ponds and islands.
With a variety of circular paths of varying lengths and large areas of open grassland, St Aidan’s is a great place for families to enjoy the outdoors, share a picnic and play together.
Over 7.5 miles (12 km) of footpaths, bridleways and cycle routes connect the surrounding communities, with links to national footpath and cycle networks. St Aidan's is a fantastic place for locals wishing to explore the wider countryside or as a destination for people who love nature.
Opening times
St Aidan's is an open access site. Opening times apply to the visitor centre and car park. From March-October they're open from 9.30 am to 5 pm. From September-February it's 9.30 am to 4 pm. They're closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Entrance charges
Entry to the site is free but donations to help us continue our work are welcome. There is a car park charge of £2.50 per car for RSPB non-members. RSPB members and disabled badge holders park for free.
Information for dog owners
Dogs are allowed on the reserve as long as they are kept on a lead in the appropriate designated zones. There are some less sensitive areas within St Aidan's where dogs are allowed off the lead. Please check with staff before letting dogs off the lead.
Star species
Our star species are some of the most interesting birds you may see on your visit to the reserve.
Bittern
Bitterns are brown, secretive herons, camouflaged to hide amongst reeds. Visit in spring to hear male bitterns 'booming' or summer to watch the parents making feeding flights.
Great crested grebe
Watch the amazing courtship ritual of great crested grebes on the open water in spring. You may see pairs performing their 'weed dance' when they present one another with weed and patter across the surface of the water together.
Little owl
You may be lucky enough to find one of these compact owls perched in a tree or on a fencepost. They become very active at dusk and you may hear their shrill calls.
Marsh harrier
Look for marsh harriers gliding over the reedbed with their wings held upwards in a shallow 'v'. In spring, pairs perform their breathtaking 'skydancing' displays high in the sky.
Skylark
Spring visits will be enriched by the beautiful song of skylarks. They rise up into the air from the grassland until they are barely visible and only their song can be heard
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Seasonal highlights
Each season brings a different experience at our nature reserves. In spring, the air is filled with birdsong as they compete to establish territories and attract a mate. In summer, look out for young birds making their first venture into the outside world. Autumn brings large movements of migrating birds - some heading south to a warmer climate, others seeking refuge in the UK from the cold Arctic winter. In winter, look out for large flocks of birds gathering to feed, or flying at dusk to form large roosts to keep warm.
Spring
Look out for marsh harriers displaying over the reedbeds, great crested grebes performing their elaborate courtship dances and returning swallows skimming low over the water and grasslands as they collect insects. Listen out for skylarks filling the air with their song, the deep booming of male bitterns, male snipe 'drumming' as they vibrate their tail feathers to attract females and lapwings calling as they perform their aerobatic displays. Enjoy the fusion of colour as wildflowers burst into bloom and a host of brightly-coloured butterflies and dragonflies take to the wing. Spring is also a great time to see kestrels. You can often see several hovering around the site at the same time as they hunt for voles in the grassland. Kestrels have also been seen nesting in the huge dragline.
Summer
Watch overhead for herons and little egrets dropping into the reeds to feed, female bitterns flying low over the reedbeds as they seek out food for their chicks or marsh harriers passing food to each other in flight. Keep an eye on the open water for lines of young ducklings paddling along behind their parents or young great crested grebes riding around on their parents' backs and admire the abundant lilypads on the lakes. Stoats, weasels and water voles are often seen at this time of year as are basking butterflies and dragonflies hawking the waters edge. Thousands of black-headed gulls set up a colony at this time of the year filling the air with their calls. Summer is the best time to spot the elusive black necked grebe as it will have its fluffy youngsters in tow. Avocets also nest at this time of year. St Aidan’s is a good place to spot this iconic bird that is the logo of the RSPB.
Autumn
Autumn sees the arrival of migrant birds, such as black-tailed godwits, ruffs and green sandpipers. Local birdwatchers will also spot a few rarities such as spoonbills and pectoral sandpipers. Huge flocks of lapwings arrive to spend winter with us and can be seen around pool edges and on grassland. Short-eared owls hunt over the reedbeds and our winter wildfowl begin to arrive. Look out for flashes of blue as kingfishers flit up and down the river.
Winter
Waders and wildfowl such as lapwings, curlews, wigeons, teals, shovelers and goldeneyes gather in big numbers, roosting and feeding across the grasslands and pools. Water rails can be spotted feeding on frozen pools, or you can listen out for their strange, pig-like squealing! The elusive bittern is also drawn out into the open at times. One of the most awesome spectacles in winter is seeing massive flocks of roosting birds panic and fly into the air as peregrines hunt over the site. Look and listen out for overwintering stonechats. Their calls sound like two pebbles being knocked together!
Facilities
Facilities
•Visitor centre
•Car park : There's a car park charge of £2.50 per car for RSPB non-members. RSPB members and disabled badge holders park for free. We have cycle parking and a height restriction of 2.7 m (8' 10'') for vehicles.
•Toilets
•Disabled toilets
•Baby-changing facilities
•Picnic area
•Group bookings accepted
•Guided walks available
•Good for walking
•Pushchair friendly
Nature trails
Bowers Bimble: Starting from the car park, this 0.9-mile (1.5 km) flat trail takes you on a short walk around Bowers Lake then through grassland and wild flower meadows. Great for a relaxing stroll (20-30 minutes).
Lowther Loop: For a walk through shady woodland glades and along the banks of the River Aire, venture onto this 1.3 mile (2 km) flat trail. In wet winter months, it’s a welly boot walk (60 minutes).
Hillside Hike: For stunning landscapes and panoramic views of the nature park and surrounding areas, t ake a hike onto the hillside. This trail is 1.3 miles (2 km) with some steep hills and inclines, which wind through the trees and grassland (40-60 minutes).
Reedbed Ramble: To explore the magic of the whispering reedbeds, take a walk on this 1.7-mile (2.8 km) flat route that runs around the edges of the reedbeds and loops back to the main entrance (40-45 minutes).
As the new custodians of St Aidan's, we are aiming to improve the accessibility of our paths as soon as we can. Please contact us for updates on footpath and bridleway conditions.
Refreshments available
•Hot drinks
•Cold drinks
•Snacks
•Confectionery
By train
The nearest train stations are Woodlesford (3.2 miles), Castleford (3.2 miles) and Garforth (4.3 miles). If you're going to be walking or cycling from the station to St Aidan's, choose Woodlesford station. Turn left out of the station then left onto the main road. When you get to the bridge over the Aire and Calder navigation, cross it, then turn right and walk along the riverbank until you reach St Aidan's. If you're going to take a taxi from the station to St Aidan's, head towards Castleford station as it's easier to get a taxi there.
By bus
The nearest bus stop is just outside the entrance to St Aidan’s, on Astley Lane. The Number 167 Leeds to Castleford bus stops here and is run by Arriva Yorkshire.
By road
Reach us from junction 46 of the M1. Follow the A63, signposted Selby and Garforth. At the roundabout, take the fourth left for Wakefield A642, Swillington and Oulton. Follow the A642 for 1.5 miles then turn left on to Astley Lane. St Aidan's is 1.8 miles on the right.
From Castleford, follow the A656 (Barnsdale Road) north out of the town centre for 1.4 miles. Turn left onto Station Road towards Allerton Bywater and travel 1.2 miles. Turn left onto the Leeds Road (next to the yellow corner shop). St Aidan’s is 0.5 miles along the road on the left.
We have all been around someone who is just a little too sensitive and often takes innocent remarks in the wrong way.
This deer is a prime example.
When my wife and I were wildlifing on a country road this week, we stopped so I could take a photograph of this mother-in-waiting doe who was standing at the edge of the woods just a few yards away from our vehicle.
She was very content to pose for us and was in no hurry to leave. Then I made an innocent remark to my wife that the tail of the deer would make a nice addition to a furry hat. And, just like that the doe exploded into the woods and disappeared.
(Photographed near Cambridge, MN)
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V tom roce se to všechno zlomilo. Z dráhy se staly Dráhy a Železnice, ze zelenýho a červenýho uniformně modrý. A jestli to nějaká fotka vystihuje, je to tohle.
Je 7. března 2010, krásně slunečnej den a tady u nás na severu je furt sníh. Co odtálo, zase trochu dosněžilo. 150 metrů nad mořem. Nevymyslíš. Už to vypadalo, že se po jakž takž hezkým dopoledni zatáhlo, ale houby. Ve tři odpoledne se mraky znova rozhánějí, teď v březnu ještě má člověk jednu šanci. Chvíle napětí, jestli mraky nebudou rychlejší. Kde je ten zpropadenej vlak?
Parádní světlo, maximálně kontrastní obloha. A nakonec se ta nádhera okolo protnula s tou zvláštní dobou na kolejích takhle. "Gottlieb" 371.201, bastard, jehož pohnutej osud tuhle přezdívku naplnil měrou vrchovatou, vede kousek před Lovosicemi lehce zpožděný vlak EC 177 Johannes Brahms z Berlína do Vídně.
Zlom. Vlevo ještě stará, snad dobrá doba, vpravo ta nová, kterou ještě zhodnotit úplně nedovedeme.
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It was around then, I would say when I am asked when the "classic era" or "golden era" of Czech railways ended. Spring 2010, for sure. And this picture embodies it almost ideally.
It is March 7th 2010 and "Gottlieb", a truly unique Class 371 locomotive hurries with slightly delayed EC 177 Johannes von Brahms from Berlin towards Vienna, but now it has still a long way to go. At half past 4 PM I met her in the vicinity of Lovosice, leaving the most beautiful scenery called Porta Bohemica. If you hear this for the first time, do not hesitate to come to see it.
Well, those trains... Whole Class 371 is dubbed as "Bastards", originally owing it to less advanced resistor-type regulation, compared to much modern classes in the same body built at the same time. But 371.201 is a double bastard. Class 371/372 was developed in the 1980s as a joint locomotive for Eastern Germany and Czechoslovakia to serve the dual voltage track from Dresden to Prague. This particular one started its career on the German side, but sometime around year 2000 she was handed over to Czechs as a compensation for the one that suffered a heavy damage on the German soil. Since then she carries some differences in equipment and for a few years she also bore just a modified German red coat, which was allegedly pretty sensitive thing for some people in the Czech railways. In 2009/2010 she was the first one of the class chosen to receive the new light grey-blue livery.
In the end, this is the real pivotal moment. Divided by the traction pole, whole rear part of the train is still somewhere around year 2k, while the front part is absolutely contemporary. All that on the most beautiful day, when the winter broke back even into these lowlands. How improbable was this?
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I dedicate « Sun From The West » to my good friend Evan Leeson (ecstaticist) who made a so kind testimonial for me! First, Evan is an artist… a fabulous and very sensitive canadian artist from the west! He’s one of my favorite here on Flickr! I invite you my dear Flickr friends to visit his stream… all is beatitude :
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Un artiste, un poète, un ami!
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This tiny Powderpuff flower is all of 2 inches high. I got down on the gravelly street and tried to shoot it, but finally picked this one and held it up to the blue sky.
An amazing structure. A globe of straight shiny stamens, each ending in a yellow pollen dot. The stem is a bit fuzzy but straight and sturdy despite it's small size. An elegant weed indeed!
Sensitive Briar is a small, thorny, ground-growing vine that is sensitive at the slightest touch. It is found in clearings, open woods and roadsides throughout Florida.
Sensitive Briar, Schrankia microphylla
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Summer in the City of of Rotterdam.
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