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In the forest's graceful haze,
A gray squirrel twirls and plays,
With nimble paws and eyes so bright,
It dances with elegant delight.
Through the branches, it gracefully leaps,
As nature's secrets, it slyly peeps,
Its fur a tapestry of silver and gray,
A vision of beauty along the way.
With agile steps and a graceful stride,
It scampers, it glides, and it cannot hide,
Its tail, a feathery plume so grand,
Guiding its path across the land.
Among the trees, it finds its bliss,
A creature of charm, it cannot dismiss,
So delicate and full of poise,
Bringing nature's symphony with its voice.
Oh, graceful gray squirrel, a marvel to behold,
In your presence, stories unfold,
Through the forest, you silently roam,
A reminder of beauty, wherever you roam.
Behold the enchanting beauty of nature embodied in this charming grey squirrel! ️ With its soft, silver-gray fur and curious, beady eyes, it gracefully navigates the branches, bringing life and energy to the lush greenery of the forest.
In this serene moment frozen in time, the squirrel perches atop a sturdy tree limb, its delicate paws clinging effortlessly to the bark. Its fluffy tail acts as a natural balancing tool, swaying gently in the breeze as if in perfect harmony with the surrounding foliage.
With remarkable agility and acrobatic prowess, the grey squirrel leaps from branch to branch, exploring its arboreal playground with boundless curiosity. Its inquisitive nature makes it a playful observer of the world, always on the lookout for hidden treasures and tasty treats.
As the sun casts dappled light through the canopy, illuminating the squirrel's fur with a touch of ethereal glow, it becomes a living embodiment of tranquility and grace. This captivating creature serves as a reminder of the delicate balance and resilience found in nature's tapestry.
In this photograph, the grey squirrel becomes the protagonist of its own tale, inviting us to embrace the wonders of the natural world. Its presence reminds us to pause, appreciate the smaller moments, and celebrate the beauty that surrounds us.
Let this image serve as a gentle invitation to explore the enchanting world of grey squirrels and to cherish the remarkable creatures that inhabit our shared planet. May it inspire awe, curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the intricate wonders that exist just outside our windows.
Rallus elegans, another "life" bird.
A very shy and secretive bird, rarely out in the open in front of the reeds. Perseverence and the aid of many trained eyes helped me spot this elusive bird.
Snapped this cute little beastie in close-up with absolutely no idea what it was — other than “vaguely threatening in a charming way.” Google reverse image search helpfully suggested it might be a horse fly, a deer fly, a march fly, a Snouty McNeedleface, or a Six-Legged Nope Beast.
Since I took the photo in April, I’ve decided, with the full confidence of someone who barely passed high school biology, or any other subject for that matter, that it’s a March fly.
Somewhere, an actual entomologist is no doubt looking at this post and sighing heavily, knowing exactly what it is, and muttering unkind things about me. Fair enough too.
Still, it’s a creature of Earth just like us (albeit better armoured (check out that head sword/lance)), and with a better beard)). (The grammar police have probably just added me to a watchlist for excessive parenthesis abuse))) Feel free to admire this “handsome" little creature .... but maybe don’t imagine it landing on your face while you sleep 😳
Have a great week out there!