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Day Four in Prague ... the New Town ... and the Prague Botanical Garden, even though it is winter!
Although December is just about the least visual time of year to visit an outdoor botanical garden in a cold-weather country, we really wanted to see it. Although most of the flowers were hibernating for winter, there were trees and other things of interest ... plus the glasshouse.
Prague Botanical Garden is located in the Troja Chateau (Trojský zámek) section of the city. The garden was first established in 1969 for scientific purposes but is now open to the public. The garden covers about 4.5 hectares and is located close to the Prague Zoo.
Gordon Moore observed that the number of components (transistors, resistors, diodes, or capacitors) in a dense integrated circuit had doubled approximately every year and speculated that it would continue to do so for at least the next ten years. In 1975, he revised the forecast rate to approximately every two years. Carver Mead popularized the phrase "Moore's law". The prediction has become a target for miniaturization in the semiconductor industry and has had widespread impact in many areas of technological change.
As one of three executives who led the chipmaker Intel for three decades, Moore was a key figure in a company that is often said to have “put the silicon into Silicon Valley”. He helped to forge a style of entrepreneurial management that shaped the culture of the technology sector in America. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gordon_Moore
Observed as it is about to reverse up the road behind it, this specially converted Hino LEV vehicle is engaged on a Wellington City Council domestic recycling collections contract. The driver/operator is driving the vehicle from the kerbside operating platform .
at arecibo observatory, with it's radio telescope being the world's largest single-aperture telescope.
and it was a filming location for James Bond GoldenEye.
october 30, 2013
View of the Radcliffe Observatory in Oxford. Built in the 18th century by James Wyatt, the Radcliffe Observatory was modelled upon the Tower of the Winds in Athens, a fist century BC clock tower, embellished with sundials and crowned with a weather vane.
Dr. Tim Livengood presents of Lunar Stories at the International Observe the Moon Night (InOMN) NASA Goddard Space Flight Center...---..NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Visitor Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, hosted a public event on Sept. 6 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. EDT to celebrate five years of observing the moon. This free event was for families with middle-school-aged children and older..
This was the fifth anniversary of International Observe the Moon Night (InOMN), a public campaign to celebrate and observe Earth’s nearest neighbor. InOMN was established shortly after the launch of NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO), which is celebrating its fifth year in orbit around the moon...For more information about InOMN: observethemoonnight.org..Credit: NASA/Goddard/Bill Hrybyk..NASA image use policy.
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center enables NASA’s mission through four scientific endeavors: Earth Science, Heliophysics, Solar System Exploration, and Astrophysics. Goddard plays a leading role in NASA’s accomplishments by contributing compelling scientific knowledge to advance the Agency’s mission.
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Observed during our visit to London, England, United Kingdom in June 2016. A memorable city, highly recommended.
Of the many bizarre and strange customs and festivals observed in India, the Koothandavar festival of Koovagam is one among them. The very basis of the festival, its associated rituals and the people involved make it the weirdest possible celebration on earth. A celebration of love and death, of sacrifice and life.
The small hamlet of Koovagam is present in the Vizhuppuram district of Tamil Nadu, making it virtually a ‘nothing’. However, once a year this tiny village turns into the biggest camp for transgenders from all over the country. They gather in flocks to take part in the rituals of the festival which lasts for 18 days, culminating on chitra pournami (april-may).
Story behind this
A festival which has its base rooted into the depths of the Mahabharatha war, Krishna’s cunningness and the noble nature of a very valiant young man.
War between the Pandavas and Kauravas was imminent. There was no way that a war could be averted, thus saving millions of innocent human lives. Krishna, as the protector of the universe was worried about the outcome of the war. It was true that he could intervene with his divine powers and avert catastrophe, but humans are required to decide their own fates. That’s what the vedas and shastras say. But still, he wanted the Pandavas to win the war, for he was on their side and their doings were just and moral. This would be the ultimate “Good wins over Bad” story if it went along as he desired.
Having no choice, he goes to Sahadeva who is blessed with the talent of accurately forecasting the future and reading horoscopes, Sahadeva rolled his Shozhi (shells used to help in prediction) and after several calculations looked up and said “To attain victory in the upcoming war, you need to sacrifice a man filled with all the good qualities of Valor, strength, bravery, beauty and such, to the goddess of war, Kali. He who first performs this sacrifice will gain the blessings of Kali and win the war”,
All along his way back his mind was filled with a single thought, “Is there anyone… Anyone else, other than Arjuna who can match the requirements of sacrifice? Anyone at all?” He pleaded, only to be met by a stunning silence. Krishna’s heart shattered at the thought of losing a dear friend. He felt light headed and started to sway with dizziness, when a voice cut through his haziness.
“Am I eligible to be sacrificed?” the voice asked. Looking for the source of the voice, Krishna’s eyes land on a very handsome man, dressed as a warrior and bearing resemblances to Arjuna. “Who are you, may I know?” questioned Krishna, as hope revived in his heart.
“I am Aravaan, the son of Arjuna, born to the Naaga princess Chithrangadha, through an illicit wedlock. I have come here to help bring victory to my father and his brothers. And if I can indeed help them win by sacrificing myself, then I am ready to die.” he proclaimed.
Krishna is flooded with relief. Using his divine powers, he comes to know that Aravaan is indeed a warrior par excellence, full of good qualities and excellent character. “He would make the perfect sacrifice to Kali”, Krishna thought and he beckoned Aravaan to come with him. He introduced Aravaan to the Pandavas including to Arjuna, his father (what weirdness!!!) and praised the sacrificial qualities of Aravaan. “So you will be sacrificed to the Goddess at the dawn of war, tomorrow. Purify yourself mentally and physically and prepare for the day. Long live your sacrifice”, Krishna told Aravaan and turned to leave.
“One moment my lord, I have but a few wishes to be granted before I die. Will you grant them?” Aravaan asked Krishna. “Why don’t you try me?” Krishna winked mischievously at Aravaan.” My lord”, began Aravaan,” I have had the good fortune to enjoy much in life, but before I die, I would like to enjoy the heat of a woman. I wish to die a married man, my lord.” Krishna is stunned. Which woman would marry a man who is going to the sacrificial altar the very next day? Probably none. No woman is crazy to throw her life away.”We will manage that”, he assured Aravaan, “Anything else?”.”Yes my lord, I would like to witness the entire war unfold, in my physical body and I would also like to fight on the Pandava side for a minimum of three weeks. Is that agreeable?”
It was here that the jealousy of Krishna kicked in. He knew that Aravaan was an excellent warrior and if he was allowed to fight there would be no need of any of the Pandavas or Krishna himself. “ParthaPuthra, what is ‘three weeks’ to a man like you? You can probably crush the entire enemy forces in three and a two third minutes. You will be able to fight on the Pandava side for those three and a two third minutes.” Aravaan agreed, charmed by Krishna’s flattery and speech. “If that is all, you can follow me to meet your bride, who will be your wife tonight and your widow in some days.” Krishna commanded.
Aravaan followed Krishna to the interiors of the palace. There, in the presence of the Pandavas and a few close friends, Krishna did the unbelievable. He transformed himself into Mohini, a form so beautiful that even Shiva had fallen for it, and in the presence of the elders, married Aravaan. That night Aravaan got his first wish fulfilled. Mohini seduced him with all her sexuality. All through the night, Aravaan was confused if he was with a man or woman. The smell of butter and milk reminded him of Krishna, but at the same time he couldn’t come out of Mohini’s clutches. The night passed and the day of the war dawned.
Aravaan was taken to the battle field and was made to stand at the center. There he tore off his skin from his arms and offered them to Kali. Kali, ever thirsty for blood, pounced on it and gave her blessings to Pandavas. The war began. Over the course of the 18 days, Aravaan kept Kali satisfied, stripping pieces from his body and offering it to her. On the final day when his allotted 3 and a two-third minutes of time came up, he realised that he had been tricked. He just had his head and his skeleton intact. A fat lot of use they would come to.
Conetemplating, he assumed his Vishwaroopa form and with his head as a large stone, he rolled over the enemy forces killing millions and badly hurting himself. The war was over. The Pandavas had won and the cause for it all, Aravaan, was lying, all alone on the Kurukshetra field. During his final moments on earth, when his life was ebbing away, he heard the high pitched wail of a woman. Turning towards the source of the wail, he sees Krishna, as Mohini, beating her breasts and wailing, the very picture of a widowed woman grieving her husband. With that final sight, his spirit soared heaven-wards and joined the other immortal heroes in warrior heavens, forever shining upon the brave warriors of yore. Aravaan had passed on, a happy man.
This chapter in the Mahabharatha forms the central theme of the 18 day festival at Koovagam. The small shrine at Koovagam is dedicated to none other than Aravaan himself and he is worshipped as Koothandavar. The 18 day festival celebrates the final days of Aravaan’s life, right up to his brave sacrifice on the 18th day. The highlight of the festival happens to be the marriage of Aravaan. The transgenders who gather here are the self-proclaimed brides of Aravaan. They claim themselves to be incarnations of Krishna, who was a man trapped inside a woman’s body, when he seduced Aravaan, just like the transgenders themselves. The first 15 days of the festival pass in dancing, singing and merrymaking, the transgenders putting up colourful and lively performances. All through the 18 days, a gigantic head of Aravaan is made and painted with the greatest care within the temple precincts
On the 17th day, the priest does special poojas to the idol of Aravaan and bringing upon the power of Aravaan on himself, he ties the mangalsutra (the sacred marital thread) around the neck of all the transgenders present there. They are now the wives of Aravaan, just for the night. A gala feast is organised which is followed by a night full of merrymaking, laughter and dance. The gigantic head of Aravaan is mounted on a chariot and taken around the village.
At the dawn of the 18th day, the air is ripped by sharp wails, as Aravaan is beheaded, widowing all his one-day-old wives. Following the traditions, the widows of Aravaan rip the Mangalsutraa from their necks, tear flowers out of their hair, throw away ornaments, and remove all cosmetics from their faces, wailing loudly, beating their chests, just like Krishna mourned for Aravaan long, long ago. They did a holy dip and wear a white saree (widow costume). And till that day arrives, they have to rely on the grace of Aravaan to take them through the rough times to come.
On Monday, November 11, 2019, the nation observed Veterans Day. Washington D.C. events included a Veterans Day Breakfast; commemorative events at the National World War II Memorial, the National Observance at Arlington National Cemetery, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and at the Pershing grave site at Arlington National Cemetery for a World War I Armistice commemoration attended by representatives of the allied nations of World War I.
VA photo by James Lucas
Off of Jefferson St. on September 26th, I observed some moss growing on the roots of a large tree. The tree's cover creates an ideal environment for the moss to flourish in shade and high moisture. This is an example of commensalism which is a type of symbiotic relationship where only one species benefits. The moss does not benefit the tree an any way.
in these days its possible to feel too seen... that we are observed and recorded in too much detail... that this is there for others to infer and imply... in the guise of our own safety we are exposed like no other time whether by choice or chance decisions are made on those footprints left... accounting for a disembodiment of self that is necessarily abbreviated... strange times indeed.
Wir durften diese tollen Hunde und ihre Hundeführer in unserem Urlaub in Inzell kennen lernen.
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Nouvelle sortie matinale en forêt. Alors que j'aborde un chemin, je tombe sur cette chevrette qui traverse le chemin. Ses 2 faons gambadaient dans l'herbe en bordure.
Chevrette en forêt de Mormal
If you don't have enough projects inspired by the works of HP Lovecraft, the network just released a release trailer indie horror with elements of survival The Land of Pain.
Among the key features observed a huge map with a variety of unique locations and terrifying atmosphere of constant
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Secretaria de Planejamento realizou na última semana curso de capacitação com estudantes da UFMG, PUC Minas e UNI BH. Foto SMPL
Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB/ECW new in 1975 to NBC Bristol at Cheltenham as 5030, a 2-door bus with a Leyland 501 engine was observed storming up Station Hill on 13th May 2018.
Never before observed on count day in our Christmas Bird Count circle, going back to 1938. Only observed 1x as a count week bird, in 2011. Part of a flock of ~115 that came all the way in to the mouth of the Raritan Estuary. They came close enough to land that they were 1st spotted naked eye.
Black Oystercatcher, Cal Poly Pier, Avila Beach, CA
Two adults and two chicks (hatched on July 21, 2021)
Two adults and two chicks at their new location (the large boulder fill below the road, across from the nest rock).
Food delivery to the same chick four times.
RECENT HISTORY
On August 7, 2021 only one chick was observed on top of the nest rock with adults. The second chick was on the lower shelf of the nest rock.
Flickr video:
On August 8, 2021 (a.m.) both chicks were on top of the nest rock with adult. Four feedings were observed.
Flickr video:
On August 8, 2021 Dave Lawrence observed the following in the p..m. :
"I saw the chick at the waterline shelf on Sunday, and saw it repeatedly try to get back to the top of the rock. Several times the parent would come down, lead it to a prominence, then fly up top; obviously the chick couldn’t do this…
Finally, the chick went into the water and swam about 4-5 to the right edge of the rock, scrambled up the right shoulder, and got back on top.
What happened next was even more perplexing. The wayward chick approached the second chick that had remained on top of the rock and was quietly roosting, and began a rather vicious squabble that included wing biting, wrestling and rolling, and chasing, all over the top of the rock. I assume only one chick was the constant aggressor. This went on for 30-45 minutes, and I left only because the light was failing—I don’t know how or when it ended.
One parent often stayed close, as if to watch and maybe intervene if somebody drew blood, but there was never any stopping or interference of the bout."
On August 9, 2021, again in the p.m. Dave Lawrence observed:
"I went down to the Avila rock tonight (Monday) for late sunset images—I’ve gone there maybe 6 or even more times. There were no BLOY on the rock, but rather, a BRPE, 3 Heerman’s Gulls, and a DCCO. I could hear adult BLOY calls, first distant and then closer. I eventually saw both parents on the large boulder fill from the road construction, near waterline, repeatedly calling. I finally saw 1 of the chicks. It would disappear among the boulders down there, and reappear—I can’t prove both are still there. But, they are off the nesting rock—only once did an adult go to the rock between 6:00 and 7:00pm. and then only briefly. If the chicks are seen on that nesting rock again they swam back out to it.
The chick I saw was trying to maneuver between the large rocks, but couldn’t cover much distance or jump over most obstacles with its undeveloped wings. Twice I saw the parent bring in food. The parents were both close by, sometimes sitting calmly on the boulders, often calling. Again, I don’t know if both chicks, or only one, remain.
Clearly this is not a safe place for the chick/s, and while there are many nooks for hiding, I don’t know what the rising tide will do tonight, or what predation they now face. Last weekend there were 2 fisherman and a dog down there."
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BIRDS OF THE WORLD:
Condition At Hatching: Mobile, heavily downy. Mass 32–36g.
Chicks can leave nest bowl within 1 d of hatching.
Growth And Development: Mass initially drops after hatching until chick begins feeding. By 72 h, chick walks and swims competently; after 5 d, begins to peck at potential food items Gains in mass are more rapid than lengthening of bill and tarsi. Maximum growth occurs between 14 and 21 d, when chicks can gain 9% of body mass/d
Brooding: Newly hatched chicks are brooded almost continuously during first 24–48 h, intermittently until 20–23 d. Chicks initially are brooded under body, later underwings. Both mates brood but mostly female (63–87%); parents of 2-chick broods occasionally brood together ). Brooding might occur throughout night. During nonfeeding periods, adult not brooding is usually nearby and alert.
Feeding: Chicks usually begin accepting food after 12–24 h old. One parent guards or broods chicks while other parent forages. Most provisioning of young chicks is done by male
Behavioral Response To Predators: Young chicks respond to parental Alarm Calls by hiding under rocks, lying flat against substrate, or running short distances to cover. At >21 d, chicks tend to run from terrestrial predators; fleeing chicks seldom venture into heavy vegetation. If habitat restricts movement, older chicks (>25 d) crouch alongside or under boulders. Chicks >25 d old occasionally swim and dive to escape predators; chicks can swim underwater, using wings, for short distances
Larger siblings interfere with food delivery to smaller siblings by reaching food-bearing parent first, chasing siblings enroute to parent, or stealing from them after they receive a food item
NESTING HISTORY:
Successful second nesting after first nest failed.
- The pair re-nested - per email from Jodi Isaacs, dated 6/30/21.
- Two chicks were observed on 7/21/21 per email from Jodi Isaacs.
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Black Oystercatcher 2021 nesting history:
- On June 1, 2021 two eggs were observed in the scrape nest on the nest rock during an incubation change.
Flickr video:
- On June 6, 2021 the eggs and the pair were gone from the nest rock and the pair was observed on the flat low rock below the paved parking lot at the Cal Poly Pier.
Flickr video of empty nest June 6, 2021:
Observed richness of locally important crops. Data obtained with Genesys/GBIF data using the List of NUS built by Marc Deletre, Museum of Natural History, using various sources, among which the checklist of 'Crop for the future'. the most largely cultivated crops were removed from the list so it does not overlap with the cultivated occurrences of Genesys data set.
Photo credit: Hannes Gaisberger/ Bioversity International
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Observation frames
Taken in Bee Urban
"Bee Urban is a beekeeping and environmental education community project based in Kennington Park. In 2015 we were forced to move to our new site behind the café in the park, with plant and materials from the old site at the parker keeper's lodge. On the new site we have raised growing beds, fruit trees, soft fruit, nectar-rich plants, herbs and flowers.
Regular volunteers from the local community maintain the site two days a week.
We provide outreach work across south London and the building is available as a space for groups, where we do gardening, ecology and beekeeping.
All planting has been designed to be nectar-rich according to Royal Horticultural Society and British Beekeepers Association guidance. We also have an anaerobic digester and solar water heater. Volunteering opportunities at Bee Urban include gardening, beekeeping, construction/carpentry, cob-oven construction, cooking, candle-making, paper-making and more."
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