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Porcellio scaber
As far as I can tell this is a Common rough woodlouse, a species introduced from Europe. This is the same woodlouse as in my other photo, I was able to find it in the same spot the next day.
Location: Victoria BC, Canada
An extra treat for you. I've not edited these two pictures, just cropped a bit! These are taken in Wales! I don't know when I will have a few others ready yet!
A common lizard seen basking on a stile along the Cotswold Way public footpath between Aggs Hill and Prestbury Hill nature reserve.
Frankly, I didn't know what bird was this....did a bit of search on net. Then there was a confusion, whereas this is Common Iora or Marshall's Iora...almost no difference. The only significant difference ....there is black-white color band on tail, like on wings on a Marshall's Iora. Hurrrrrrrrrrraaayyyyyyy!! Finally I know what this is...a "Common Iora"
......But hang on, one more question remains, is this adult or a juvenile? When I discovered it, it was with one more (Shit...I missed it :-( ). Does that mean this is adult? if someone knows pl. help.
Common Tiger ( Danaus genutia )
Family: Nymphalidae. Genus: Danaus.
Wingspan : 75 - 95 mm
Anawilundawa Sanctuary , Sri Lanka .
Anyone who has tried to capture murres inflight knows the level of difficulty to capture an image that is sharp and with the subject filling the frame. This is my third trip to Cape St.Mary's that i have focused some time on trying to capture an image like this. I guess i will have to spend even more time before i get "the" shot! Enjoy
Known by the alternative name of goosanders in the UK. A large group of these sawbills was seen at Mission Point, Davis Bay, BC, one of the most important places for waders and other sea birds on the Sunshine Coast. D500_22075.NEF. Many thanks for views, comments and favourites.
Mirlo typically refers to the Common Blackbird (Turdus merula), a widespread and well-known bird species belonging to the thrush family (Turdidae).
Here's a quick rundown of some key characteristics:
Appearance:
Males: Distinctive for their entirely black plumage, bright orange-yellow beak, and an orange ring around their eyes.
Females: Are dark brown, often with a paler throat and a slightly mottled breast, and a darker beak.
Young birds: Resemble females but have a reddish-brown, heavily mottled plumage.
Size: A relatively large bird, typically around 23-29 cm in length and weighing 80-135 grams.
Habitat: Highly adaptable, originally a forest bird, but now commonly found in a wide variety of environments, including parks, gardens, agricultural areas, open woodlands, and even city centers.
Diet: Primarily feeds on invertebrates like worms, snails, and insects. In autumn and winter, they also consume berries and fruits.
Vocalization: Famous for its beautiful, melodious, and flute-like song, often heard at dawn and dusk, especially during breeding season (from late winter to summer). They also have distinct alarm calls.
Behavior: Often seen hopping on the ground while searching for food. They build cup-shaped nests using grass, twigs, moss, and mud, typically in dense hedges, bushes, or trees at low to medium heights.
Distribution: Widely distributed across the Paleartic region (Europe, Asia, and North Africa), and also introduced in Australia and New Zealand. It's a common and abundant bird throughout Spain.
The mirlo is not only a familiar sight but also plays an important role in ecosystems by controlling insect populations and dispersing seeds through its diet of fruits.
Some shot from a recent and rare sunny (the sun has been rare round here) afternoon safari
A common lizard focus stacked in camera
Common Dog-Violet (Wood Violet).
Viola riviniana.
Vicarage Pit NR.
Although usually purple it's not uncommon to find them ranging from lilac to white which sometimes causes confusion with the much rarer Pale Dog-violet.
The leaves of the Common Dog-violet distinguish it from all other wild violas.
A male Common Chaser (Potamarcha congener) in Pasir Ris Park.
Immerse into nature with me in my blog: Pasir Ris Park 2013 - 2014
*Note: More pics of Dragonflies and Damselflies in my Dragonflies and Damselflies Album.