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The PFC just came to me in the last couples of days, and of course i had to create it! And then i saw it would fit alongside the Predator Prowler Gunship www.flickr.com/photos/133195951@N07/22046232684/in/dateta... as a command wehicle of some sorts, eventualy as a electronics warfare support and squadron leader.
It is a very satisfying build where the details and solutions i have acquired creates and overall integrated design.
The PFC will be part of a small display, eventually.
Comment are more than welcome, thank you.
Enjoy!
Orthodera ministralis, common name garden mantis or Australian green mantis, is a species of praying mantis from Australia. The garden mantis inhabits the whole of Australia, and can often be found hidden in leafy scrub from ground to eye level.
Best viewed large.
Laguna Del Lagarto Lodge, Boca Tapada, Costa Rica.
[www.algonquinparkphototours.com/wildlife-workshops-tours/...]
The Great Kiskadee breeds in open woodland with some tall trees, including cultivation and around human habitation, mainly found in Belize, and from the Lower Rio Grande Valley in southern Texas and northern Mexico south to Argentina and Uruguay, but also it occurs all over Venezuela and Brazil (specially the central and south-southeastern regions), Paraguay and central Argentina, the Guyana coastline, and on Trinidad. It was introduced to Bermuda in 1957, and to Tobago in about 1970.
This alert and aggressive bird has a strong and maneuverable flight, which it uses to good effect when it feels annoyed by raptors. Even much larger birds are attacked by the great kiskadee, usually by diving down or zooming straight at them while they are in mid-air. Harsh calls are also often given during these attacks, alerting all potential prey in the area of the predator's presence.
Pitangus is a genus of two species (greater and lesser kiskadees) in the family Tyrannidae — the tyrant flycatchers.
Wikipedia.
"A Misty Morning at Bradgate Park"
This morning, in my local Leicestershire area, dense fog greeted me as I set out for Bradgate Park. Despite my car showing 0°C, I didn’t let the chill deter me. Wildlife photography is always full of surprises, teaching us enthusiasts to stay prepared for the unexpected.
Yesterday, during my three-hour photography session at Bradgate Park, I experienced this once again. After parking, I spent some time with my little friend, a Robin, near the car park. Knowing its usual spot, I brought some feed to reward it for posing for me.
As I stepped through the park gates, my initial plan was to photograph a pair of European Stonechats. However, they proved elusive, and after an hour of waiting, they didn’t reappear. Undeterred, I continued along my walking route through the park's 850 acres.
Climbing towards the Bradgate House ruins, I hoped to stumble upon the Stonechats again. The fog slowly began to clear, but the thick grey clouds kept the environment dim.
Suddenly, an unexpected encounter took my breath away—a Eurasian Sparrowhawk appeared, flying swiftly towards me. With an agile move, it passed by and perched on the historic dry-stone wall about 60 meters away. Its sharp eyes scanned for prey, and I seized the opportunity. Quietly and carefully, I approached in two stages, taking shots with my Nikon 500mm f/5.6E PF lens paired with a TC 14E II Teleconverter.
As anticipated, the Sparrowhawk displayed its remarkable agility once again, swooping down from the wall toward its target and disappearing from sight.
At the end of the day, I uploaded 10 photos, including my surprise capture of the Eurasian Sparrowhawk. I hope you enjoy them as much as I enjoyed capturing these moments. Have a wonderful day!
Fallow Deer Fawn (Dama dama)
The Fallow Deer (Dama dama) is one of the most recognizable and widespread deer species in the UK, known for its beautiful spotted coat. Its fawns are particularly charming and are a favorite subject for wildlife photographers.
Identification
Size: At birth, fawns weigh approximately 4-5 kg.
Coat:
Newborn fawns have a light brown coat with prominent white spots that provide camouflage in grassy or woodland areas.
As they mature, the spots may fade but are still visible in the summer coat of adults.
Eyes: Large, dark eyes that enhance their endearing appearance.
Behavior
Birth Season: Fawns are typically born between May and July.
Hiding: For the first few weeks, fawns remain hidden in tall grass or woodland undergrowth, relying on their spotted coat for camouflage. They remain motionless when predators or humans are nearby.
Dependence on Mother: Fawns nurse from their mothers and stay close to them for protection. By autumn, they begin grazing more independently but remain within the safety of the herd.
Habitat
Fallow deer are found in parks, open grasslands, and woodlands across the UK. Managed deer parks like Bradgate Park and Richmond Park are excellent places to observe them.
Diet
Fawns primarily rely on their mother’s milk during the first 8-10 weeks.
As they grow, they begin to graze on grasses, herbs, and leaves.
Conservation Status
Fallow deer are not native to the UK but were introduced by the Romans or Normans.
They are now naturalized and thrive in many areas, often managed in parks to prevent overpopulation.
Their conservation status is of "Least Concern."
Interesting Facts
Fawns are born with no scent, which helps them avoid detection by predators.
Their characteristic spots are most prominent during the first months of life.
Fallow deer are known for their seasonal coat changes, with darker coats in winter and lighter, spotted coats in summer.
Where to Spot Them in the UK
Bradgate Park, Richmond Park, and Knole Park are some of the best places to see Fallow Deer and their fawns in their natural habitat. Early morning or late afternoon is ideal for observing their activities.
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Lens - With Nikon TC 14E II - hand held or Monopod and definitely SPORT VR on. Aperture is f8 and full length. All my images have been converted from RAW to JPEG.
I started using Nikon Cross-Body Strap or Monopod on long walks. Here is my Carbon Monopod details : Gitzo GM2542 Series 2 4S Carbon Monopod - Really Right Stuff MH-01 Monopod Head with Standard Lever - Really Right Stuff LCF-11 Replacement Foot for Nikon AF-S 500mm /5.6E PF Lense -
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I rarely see hawks where I live, so it was very exciting to watch this one swoop down and land just a few feet away from me! I grabbed my handiest camera and managed to get a few shots, and the bird let me get within about 20 feet, but as I moved just a little closer, it flew into the tree. It seemed to be watching something intently, but I didn't see anything. It was probably a rodent near the dumpsters. (Yuk.) One look at those powerful talons and that beak, and I know I'd never want to have my cats or a small dog outside unattended! Looks particularly lethal!
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-Just like the first one I can't think of a title awesome enough to suit it...
So there is secretly a cabin somewhere behind me, I had found the spot earlier and had to return as there was a car of people with small children parked there. Luckily when I went back they were inside the cabin or in a part of the yard that was blocked from my tree. As far as I know I didn't end up scaring anybody. Photos are risky (risqué?) business.
Me cos-playing as She Predator Machiko. My first appearance as Machiko was @CosFest 2010. The character Machiko Noguchi was featured in the graphic novel series Aliens versus Predator published by Dark Horse Comics.
Find out more in my blog: CosFest 2010
Another photo of our cat trying to be a predator behind the window glass.
This photo was taken using an M.Zuiko 40-150 Pro lens @40mm.
This is a toy that I bought about 8 years ago. I was digging through boxes and found it. I thought it would make an interesting subject. I also found the other in the set.
Now for the Predator 2 IP which has been in service with the republics since 1990 and received extensive upgrades such as the A1 HKU upgrade
the MBT is propelled by a 12 cylinder turbo diesel engine
and armed with:
RH-120 120mm gun
coaxial FN Mag
and an RWS that can mount a M2a1 .50 or MK.19
The Predator Elite is the latest MOC in a series of alien Warcrafts, startet with this one
www.flickr.com/photos/133195951@N07/17015975623/in/dateta...
and then this
www.flickr.com/photos/133195951@N07/34606047924/in/dateta...
and i foresee that more will come in the future.
I plan to make it part of a display, wich i am working on and hopefully will bring to our annual RLUG Convention at the end of April.
I still need to do a few small finishing touches here and there, but was overall quite satisfied, so had to post.
The Predator Elite is a medium to heavy warfighter, which will engage any enemy, be it in the air, sea or at the ground, dosn't matter. They are known to be ferocious and know no fear and will engage at any oportunity..........
Please enjoy, and feel free to comment.
Predator-class fighters were produced by Sienar Fleet Systems and used by the Fel Empire during the Sith-Imperial War and Second Imperial Civil War.
This class of a fighter is considered a successor to the famous TIE/IN interceptor. Equipped with hyperdrive and a deflector shield, TIE Predator is a marvel of engineering in a galaxy far far away.
If anyone knows of a science fiction design cooler than a Predator, please let me know.
Update of this shot, and based off of a painting I saw in some SciFi magazine when I was a kid.
Inspired by Ryan Rubino and his Predator and Prey series
www.flickr.com/photos/9161000@N05/collections/72157619438...
i thought it would be a perfect build session to get a few things off my
"have to build" list.
1. A mackerel (white/mako) shark in sand blue that looks better than this:
www.1000steine.com/brickset/images/4506-1.jpg
2.A friend who is diving in Thailand wanted me to build a mantaray
the last time he was visiting.
We were lazy that evening i guess...
3.A good mix of organic madness and the studs vs. tiled surface
pretty good presented in the past by "them":
www.flickr.com/photos/40543176@N03/
4.A good presentation for the Predator and Prey topic
Do not focus to much on the builds around the two guys.
The focus lies on the fish ;)
Especially the colorcombo of sand and dark blue
is very eyecatching to me since they are both still rare.
5.The shark has some asynchronous
because of the way the body bends.
For me one of the hardest things to build was always
a good shaped organic lifeform,like an oceanic animal.
Well i´m done with that for now i guess.