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Cats of all varieties demonstrate body language and activities that seem, in many cases, to cross species boundaries. They are able to communicate, dominance, submissions, aggression, fear, and anger with little or no vocalization. Bunting, or the process of butting the head against an object or another animal, is one of those activities. In addition to depositing a bit of scented pheromones, it is an act that signifies trust and familiarity. It's basically an affectionate social gesture, like a hug, kiss, or a handshake. Of course, some bunting is done with more intensity. For those of you with cats, you'll know immediately what I'm talking about. Does your kitty give you a couple of quick swipes of his or her face cross and ankle or foot, or do they do their best to get as close to your face as they can, rubbing incessantly against a chin or cheek, leaving you with fur covered lips. Which brings me to a question, "What about love?" Nowhere in the literature do I see the concept of love used to describe animal activity. It's almost as if we really assume that humans are the only animals capable of love. I understand part of the issue. There simply isn't a means to measure love scientifically. There is no blood test, no social scores, no objective means of quantifying or defining love. Yet, the scientific community seems to exclude, with facility, the possibility that other animals experience this emotional state. Maybe I'm just naive, however, I'm much more likely to suggest just the opposite. Life is a complex series of biochemical interactions, only a small fraction of which we have been able to decode and understand. Throughout our scientific exploration of life we have found that despite small species specific differences, most biochemical interactions are grossly the same, from the tiniest of bacteria, to the most complex mammals these processes are at the basis of life, growth, and procreation. Parents nurture their young, mates remain fondly devoted, friends greet with social interactions and touch that suggests trust. I believe that love, although not yet objectively measurable, is as naturally innate as any other emotion. Call me a fool? Perhaps, but I'd rather be a fool for love than any other reason! #iLoveNature #iLoveWildlife #WildlifePhotography in #Tanzania #Nature in #Africa #Serengeti #Lions #Lioncubs #DrDADBooks #Canon #WildlifeConservation
Ein Leopard im Moremi-Wildreservat (Okavangodelta, Botswana).
A Leopard in the Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana).
Nowhere is the demonstration of motherly affection more apparent than on the Serengeti plains of Tanzania, and nowhere is it more apparent that cats will be cats no matter how big or small. #BigCats #Bringit #Canon
another after the rain shot.
This cub with mom was very relaxed and we´ve been able to watch them for quite a while before they disappeared in the bushes.
Taken @ Nxai Pan, Botswana.
Forth Rail Bridge, Scotland
I suspect most of you will be puzzled by this upload and consider it a bit naff, but for me it marks a milestone. I've worked in the automotive and aerospace industries all of my career but these no longer excite me the way big architectural and construction projects do today. I'm fascinated by tall buildings and have visited many of the tallest buildings around the world, including the Twin Towers and Empire State in New York, Willis Tower in Chicago, CN Tower in Toronto and not forgetting the current record holder - the Burj Khalifa in Dubai to name a few.
My other interest is bridges, especially the iconic ones, which brings me nicely to this picture. If I was to say to you name the most recognisable and iconic bridges... how many would be in your list and could you name then?
This is my list, it's by no means complete but I think these are the standout five.
Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney (1932) - not a unique design but as iconic as the Opera House and defines Sydney.
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco (1937) - I'll argue this is the most iconic and instantly recognisable suspension bridge anywhere in the world and again defines the city.
Ponte Vecchio, Florence (1345) - if you like bridges this just has to be on the list... no arguments!
Tower Bridge, London (1894) - a true landmark and known throughout the world.
Finally...
Forth Rail Bridge, North/South Queensferry (1890) - not the first cantilever bridge in the world but when this was constructed, it was the biggest and today considered a symbol of Scotland.
I can now say I've either walked across, driven across, cycled across, sailed under and even flown low over them... and with this upload travelled across by train. It's my big five... let me know if you think I've missed some and why?
Ein afrikanischer Elefant in der Masai Mara (Kenia).
An african bush elephant in the Maasai Mara (Kenya).
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taken close to Satara Camp, KNP.
It was raining cats and dogs all day. This lion was part of a coalition of 4, who managed to take down a buffalo early in the morning. You can see how the rain changed the color of the cat´s body. It looks a bit like if this shot was taken thru a window, but that´s just the rain.
This lioness was conformably resting on tree in the Serengeti, we were able to photograph here undisturbed for a few minutes.
This is 3rd one on my Big Five series.
Chilling the vast savannah, here we have the African Buffalo! Looking as relaxed as can be, this fella was mildly perturbed by our presence in the Mara!
The King of Lake Nakuru was up and about early in the morning together with his Brother and Queen. Having walked down the hill towards the lake shores they sat down on the edge of the road right next to our vehicle to watch the safari cars parked nearby.
Photographed on an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya.
Ein Löwe im Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe-Nationalpark, Botswana).
A Lion in the Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe National Park, Botswana).
Those three lions were about five years old and weighted about 300kg. And they were laying right in front of us…
If you want to see the other images of my trip through southern Afrika please see my Flickr album: "Southern Africa 2014".
Dies ist wahrscheinlich eines der letzten Bilder der Leopardenjungen von Lulukas letzem Wurf (Masai Mara, Kenia). Wir hatten das Privileg ein paar Minuten mit diesem Kätzchen zu verbringen, ehe es verschwand. Am nächsten Tag hat Luluka ihre Jungtiere in einen anderen Bau getragen. Leider leben sie sehr wahrscheinlich nicht mehr.
This is probably one of the last photos of the cubs from Luluka's last litter (Maasai Mara, Kenya). We had the privilege to spent a few minutes with this cub until it disappeared. The next day, Luluka moved the cubs to another den. Unfortunately, they are probably no longer alive.
Some photos are all about content and creativity, others tell a story. To me this photo is more about story than anything else. As the sun comes up near Lake Ndutu, a lion pride takes a morning stroll. A young cub looks back at Mom as they walk. If you listen carefully you can almost hear her asking, "Mom, can you tell us that story about when you were growing up again?" It's life in the Serengeti. A life that is being threatened by poachers across Africa. Unless we can conquer the root problems that make poaching a necessity for some, visions like these may someday only be seen in archives. That would be a terrible tragedy. #ILoveAfrica #ILoveWildlife #Lions #WildlifePhotography #Canon #Bringit #BigCats
Die Leopardin "Luluka" auf ihren Hinterläufen (Masai Mara, Kenia).
The leopardess "Luluka" on her hind legs (Maasai Mara, Kenya).
Ein Löwe im Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe-Nationalpark, Botswana).
A Lion in the Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe National Park, Botswana).
Ein Leopard im Moremi-Wildreservat (Okavangodelta, Botswana).
A Leopard in the Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana).
This is Bakari, which means ("one of noble promise" in Swahili).
Bakari is the largest and most dominant of four lion brothers, born at Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo on 19 November, 2016.
This was our second visit to Sydney Zoo in Bungarribee, New South Wales.
On this occasion, we had booked a lion encounter, during which we had the opportunity to be up close and personal with the male lions.
We hand-fed Bakari and his brother Virunga during a fantastic and private experience.
The afternoon and evening game drive of our third day in the Mara during this trip was spent almost exclusively with four young lions (two males and two females) from the Cheli Pride, in the northern part of the conservancy, not far from the Pui Pui woodland.
Early in the evening, as the sun was low in the sky, I captured a glimmer of light in the eyes of this young and handsome male lion.
On safari, and on any other photo trip, it's nice to set yourself a goal in what kind of shots you want to make. The most obvious goal for safari is of course the Big Five.
But there is more, see for example my "Mother and Daughter Wildlife-series"
Or the Samburu Six: Grévy's Zebra (Equus grevyi), Gerenuk or Giraffe Gazelle (Litocranius walleri), Reticulated Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis reticulata), Common Beisa Oryx (Oryx beisa beisa), Vulturine Guineafowl (Acryllium vulturinum) and Somali Ostrich (Struthio camelus molybdophanes).
A not so common set is the Ugly Five, photos of the members are bellow in my comment:
- Hyena, Spotted Hyena or Laughing Hyena (Crocuta crocuta)
- Vulture, Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotos)
- Warthog, Common Warthog (Phacochoerus africanus)
- Wildebeest, White-beared Wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus albojubatus)
- Marabou Stork (Leptoptilos crumeniferus)
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Ein Löwenjunges im Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe-Nationalpark, Botswana).
A Lion Cub in the Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe National Park, Botswana).
A lioness rests in the shade of a tree. Lions in trees was, at one time, a fairly rare site. It seems that the behavior is spreading and becoming more familiar. Are lions just getting smarter? Is it global warming? Perhaps it's evolution? Cooler cats are smarter cats and may survive better? We don't really know why but one thing is certains, the sight is as cool as the cats themselves! #ILoveWildlife #ILoveNature #WildlifePhotography in #Tanzania #Wildlife in #Africa #Animals of the #Serengeti #Lions #LionsinTrees
A stunning close-up of a cheetah in the Namibian wilderness, licking its lips after a successful hunt. This magnificent predator, known for its speed and grace, embodies the untamed spirit of Africa.
Eine Löwin im Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe-Nationalpark, Botswana).
A Lioness in the Savuti Game Reserve (Chobe National Park, Botswana).
Today it is six months since I met this adorable family for the first time.
Two lionesses and two cubs kept together close to our camp in Masai Mara, and we photographed them many times.
The first time was during dawn the first evening after just arriving the national park.
Today I will spend the day both together with my parents and my sister's family, to watch my niece's first dance show. And then have an Easter concert together with my choir family ♡
My album of photos from Africa here.
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