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A lifer and an uncommon bird found in the forests of South India in a very narrow range. The bird seems to be quite common across South East Asia though.
They are mostly found around Banana trees in the forests where they are sighted darting off on the top and under looking for spiders. We had to just wait near this Banana flower and it was sighted several times there. The bird - a bit bigger than the common sunbird was quite agile and it was hard to keep up with it in the canopy and bush!
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Ibises are a group of long-legged wading birds in the family Threskiornithidae, that inhabit wetlands, forests and plains. Ibises usually feed as a group, probing mud for food items, usually crustaceans. It is widespread across much of Australia. It has a predominantly white plumage with a bare, black head, long down curved bill and black legs. They are monogamous and highly territorial while nesting and feeding. Most nest in trees, often with spoonbills or herons. Due to its increasing presence in the urban environment and its habit of rummaging in garbage, the species has acquired a variety of colloquial names such as tip turkey; and bin chicken, and in recent years has become an icon of popular culture, being regarded with passion, wit, and, in equal measure, affection and disgust. 40503
We need to encourage more bees in to our gardens! All it takes is to plant more bee loving flowers in our garden, like Cerinthe, which i am told by the bees is a favourite of theirs :)
#beesmakeitgreen
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Vulcano Etna, eruzione presso la bocca attiva sulla sella sul Cratere di Sudest. 27 Febbraio 2017.
Volcano Etna, Southeast Crater.
February 27th, 2017.
It was an incredibly beautiful fall day. I went to a park in the hills where I felt safe by the environment which face it is almost a rarity in the city . Never thought I would have multiple spine fractures and live the "disabled life." It may have slowed me down and a few things are no longer attainable physically that I want to do-but I load up my mule (its what I call my walker) which has a seat and a bag attached for even more storage and I shuffle along and spy and take pictures.My camera fits nicely under the seat. I meet some very interesting people most of which are walking dogs and I can tell by the dogs appearance and especially its energy it is a rescue. I break the ice by saying that is a gorgeous dog rescues are the best. They are always surprised and happy to talk about their much loved pet that is enjoying the beautiful scenery as much as their owners.
Ibises are a group of long-legged wading birds in the family Threskiornithidae, that inhabit wetlands, forests and plains. Ibises usually feed as a group, probing mud for food items, usually crustaceans. It is widespread across much of Australia. It has a predominantly white plumage with a bare, black head, long down curved bill and black legs. They are monogamous and highly territorial while nesting and feeding. Most nest in trees, often with spoonbills or herons. Due to its increasing presence in the urban environment and its habit of rummaging in garbage, the species has acquired a variety of colloquial names such as tip turkey; and bin chicken, and in recent years has become an icon of popular culture, being regarded with passion, wit, and, in equal measure, affection and disgust. 52032
Barred Owl
The Barred Owl (Strix varia), also known as the Northern Barred Owl, Striped Owl or, more informally, Hoot Owl, is a North American large species of owl. A member of the true owl family, Strigidae, they belong to the genus Strix, which is also the origin of the family's name under Linnaean taxonomy. Barred owls are largely native to eastern North America but have expanded their range to the west coast of North America where they are considered invasive. Mature forests are their preferred habitat, but they can also acclimate to various gradients of open woodlands. Their diet consists mainly of small mammals, but this species is an opportunistic predator and is known to prey upon other small vertebrates such as birds, reptiles, and amphibians, as well as a variety of invertebrates.
For more info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barred_owl
The Cornell Lab: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Barred_Owl/id
Victorian dream house splendour in an advanced state of decay.
This house is still inhabited.
If I won the lottery I'd keep it as original as possible.
LR4219 © Joe O'Malley 2022
Ordinarily I'd clone out those power lines in a heartbeat, but studying this composition, I realised they were essential to a story. If trees could think, both in life and in death, would each 'tree' seen here be envious of each other? One, grown strong and mighty, cut to have use carrying electricity, but denied it's old age; the other, wild and free, yet cruelly misshaped by weather and environment, with no future. other than an ignominious death? (I can hear someone out there saying, "Shut up, Fergal...it's just an ugly tree and a power pole. Get a life.") Seen at Aghinish, Co. Mayo, Ireland.
Slightly larger than the Least Chipmunk, this little cutie comes in second in my smallest to largest series from our latest trip.
Various scientific sources refer to the American Pika as a vulnerable species with warming temperatures due to climate change as the greatest threat. Their thick coats can cause them to overheat in temperatures in the mid seventies Fahrenheit.
We found this little guy/gal in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Welcome to to the beach, a haven for dog walkers and coffee drinkers. A special congratulations on picking up your dog mess, only to lob it into the dunes and leave it in a bag for the next hundred years. Shame on you........
Many people associate lions with the grasslands of the Masai Mara or Serengeti. While those areas are great for seeing lions, there are also other environments where they can be seen. This image was captured in the Chobe National Park, Botswana during an extended drought in August 24.
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The Urban Fox
Wild foxes have learned to adapt to the urban environment in order to survive. By nature, foxes are nocturnal and hunt at night, whereas the urban fox has adapted its behavior to survive and can be seen during daylight hours.
Locally, a fox vixen has located her den in the foundational remains of a razed building complex along the boardwalk at the Jersey Shore. She has six Kits, which can be seen frolicking in the debris and along the dunes during the day. The fox family has become local celebrities and unfortunately people have begun feeding them. Never feed wild animals. Although you may feel as if you’re helping them survive, you are actually harming them. Feeding foxes can alter their natural behavior and they may lose its fear of humans.
“Wildlife that is fed by people become less experienced at forging for their natural food and may become dependent on handouts that are not a part of their natural diets. This is especially true in juvenile animals that have not yet developed their own foraging skills and have little ability to fend for themselves once handouts cease.” ~ Julie King, Senior Wildlife Biologist
Please Do Not Feed the Wildlife!
Red Fox
The Red Fox, Vulpes vulpes, is the largest of the true foxes and the most abundant wild member of the Carnivora, being present across the entire Northern Hemisphere from the Arctic Circle to North Africa, North America and Eurasia. It is listed as least concern by the IUCN. Its range has increased alongside human expansion, having been introduced to Australia, where it is considered harmful to native mammals and bird populations. Due to its presence in Australia, it is included among the list of the "world's 100 worst invasive species".
For more info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_fox
Un fiore cresciuto spontaneo nell'aiuola sotto casa per festeggiare la Giornata internazionale dell'ambiente
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This is another shot of the egret I chased all over the place. I do think he enjoyed the "game" of playing tag with a human. And I was a sucker to go along with it. But little does he know, I got a pretty cool shot out of the deal. I just love this one of him perched and looking quite comfy in his natural environment.
Hope your week is going well. I am off work the rest of the week and plan to enjoy a nice long weekend in my natural environment......lol. Cheers :-)
This prairie in the Everglades National Park show startling foliage that contrasts with the barren environment giving it an other worldly feel.
This shot was taken back in July for submission to the TD Bank employee photo contest for their annual "Friends of the Environment Foundation (FEF)" calendar. The theme for this year was Shades of Green and my photo was fortunate to be chosen amongst some great photos to be included in the Wall calendar version (there is also a desk calendar) for 2017.
FEF is a charitable foundation that funds and supports environmental initiatives nationally across Canada and in it's 25 years has funded more than 24,000 environmental projects. To learn more the link is:
If you live in Canada you can visit any TD Canada Trust branch and pick up a calendar!!
Caught in a moment of stillness within the vibrant tableau of Villa Verde, on the outskirts of Celaque National Park in Gracias, Lempira, the Azure-crowned Hummingbird, Saucerottia cyanocephala, became the subject of my latest photograph. This Central American exclusive, with its regal blue crown and delicate dusting of pollen, is a living emblem of the region's ecological narrative. The image captures the bird in profile, its beak a testament to its role as a pollinator within its habitat, the dynamic interplay of life and growth in Honduras.
From the perspective of a photographer, the shot was about honoring the bird's natural poise, contrasting its vivid colors against the soft, green backdrop without losing the subject into the foliage. The challenge was to wait for that split-second pause, balancing a shallow depth of field with the need for sharp detail, all while ensuring the lighting captured the sparkle in its feathers and the subtle textures of its environment. This photograph isn’t just a static image; it’s a slice of life, a breath between beats in the heart of the forest.
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the life of a gardener and mom of 6 dogs
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I added two rescue groups at the top of the menu on my website. one of them is jon's
the other is the rescue that provided us with three loving hounds.