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This was my first try to shoot a macro with my regular Sigma 50mm 1.4 and a macro intermediate ring. The sharpness is, off course, far away from my Sigma 105 2.8 macro lense but what is exciting me is how smooth and soft that shot became. For that amout of depth I needed to stack 22 images.
Das ist mein erster Versuch mit meinem normalen Sigma 50mm 1.4 und einem Makro Zwischenring zu fotografieren. Die Schärfe ist natürlich nicht so wie mit dem Sigma 105mm Makroobjektiv, doch mich begeistert wie weich die Aufnahme geworden ist. Um diese Tiefenschärfe zu erreichen musste ich allerdings 22 Fotos machen.
Pink rose photographed at the Roxborough Park Rose Gardens, Baulkham Hills, north-western Sydney. Canon 5D Mk IV, Canon 100mm F/2.8 macro lens.
The Indian pangolin, thick-tailed pangolin, or scaly anteater (Manis crassicaudata) is a pangolin found on the Indian subcontinent. It is not common anywhere in its range. Like other pangolins, it has large, overlapping scales on its body which act as armour. It can also curl itself into a ball as self-defence against predators such as the tiger. The colour of its scales varies depending on the colour of the earth in its surroundings.
It is an insectivore, feeding on ants and termites, digging them out of mounds and logs using its long claws, which are as long as its fore limbs. It is nocturnal and rests in deep burrows during the day.
The Indian pangolin is threatened by hunting for its meat and for various body parts used in traditional medicine.
The Indian pangolin is a solitary, shy, slow-moving, nocturnal mammal. It is about 84–122 centimetres (33–48 in) long from head to tail, the tail usually being 33–47 cm long, and weighs 10–16 kg. Females are generally smaller than the males and have one pair of mammae. The pangolin possesses a cone-shaped head with small, dark eyes, and a long muzzle with a nose pad similar in color, or darker than, its pinkish-brown skin. It has powerful limbs, tipped with sharp, clawed digits. It is an almost exclusive insectivore and principally subsists on ants and termites, which it catches with a specially adapted long, sticky tongue.The pangolin has no teeth, but has strong stomach muscles to aid in digestion. The most noticeable characteristic of the pangolin is its massive, scaled armour, which covers its upper face and its whole body with the exception of the belly and the inside of the legs. These protective scales are rigid and made of keratin. It has 160–200 scales in total, about 40–46% of which are located on the tail. Scales can be 6.5–7 cm long, 8.5 cm wide, and weigh 7–10 grams. The skin and scales make up about one-fourth to one-third of the total body mass of this species.
The Indian pangolin has been recorded from various forest types, including Sri Lankan rainforest and plains to middle hill levels. The animal can be found in grasslands and secondary forests, and is well adapted to desert regions as it is believed to have a tolerance to dry areas, but prefers more barren, hilly regions. This pangolin species may also sometimes reach high elevations, and has been sighted in Sri Lanka at 1100 meters and in the Nilgiri mountains in India at 2300 meters. It prefers soft and semi-sandy soil conditions suitable for digging burrows.
Pangolin burrows fall into one of two categories: feeding and living burrows. Feeding burrows are smaller than living burrows (though their sizes vary depending on the abundance of prey) and are created more frequently during the spring, when there is a greater availability of prey. Living burrows are wider, deeper, and more circular, and are occupied for a longer time than feeding burrows, as they are mainly used to sleep and rest during the day. After a few months, the pangolin abandons the burrow and digs a new one close to a food source. However, it is not uncommon for the pangolin to shift back to an old burrow.
Unlike its African counterpart, the Indian pangolin does not climb trees, but it does value the presence of trees, herbs, and shrubs in its habitat because it is easier to dig burrows around them. Features that promote an abundance of ants and termites (grasses, bare grounds, bases of trees, shrubs, roots, leaf litter, fallen logs and elephant feces) are often present in pangolin habitats.
Few details are known about the breeding behaviour of the Indian pangolin. During the animal's mating period, females and males may share the same burrow and show some diurnal activities. Males have testes in a fold of the skin located in their groin areas. The female's embryo develops in one of the uterine horns. The gestation period lasts 65–70 days; the placenta is diffuse and not deciduate. Usually, a single young is born, but twins have been reported in this species. The young weigh 235–400 g at birth and measure roughly 30 cm. The newborn animals have open eyes, and soft scales with protruding hairs between them. The mother pangolin carries her young on her tail. When the mother and young are disturbed, the young pangolin is held against its mother's belly and protected by the mother's tail.
In front of a toy shop in Bombay, selling variety of toy characters.
Internationally, it was reported that the toy industry performed well in 2020. Wooden toys have gained special popularity. In the West, sellers such as Grimms, Grapat etc. are renowned for their non-toxic wooden toys. Their products are developed keeping in mind the learning requirements of children. There is evidently a big market for wooden toys. Unfortunately, while the global toy market is estimated at $90 billion, India’s share is just 0.5% ($500 million).
Double Flowering Plum....
It's in my neighbour's yard... but, I went over yesterday and hung out for quite some time taking plenty of photos in hopes of getting some nice ones ... with the macro lens.
So hard to hold the camera steady and I'm not setting up my tripod .. so did my best and got several I'm happy with. I may go over again while the blooms are still shaded and try for a few more.
I have no clue what I get some days til I upload the photos....
A roseate spoonbill drifts in for a soft landing.
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* VARADERO, Matanzas, Cuba. *
Esp➣ Varadero está situado en la península de Hicacos, a 130 kilómetros al este de La Habana, en la costa norte de Cuba. 15 de diciembre de 1887 es la fecha oficial de la fundación de Varadero. Varadero era un lugar favorito para muchos viajeros, famosos o no, entre los años 1930 y 1950, incluido Al Capone, que tenía una lujosa villa allí.
Eng➣ Varadero is located on the Hicacos peninsula, 130 kilometers east of Havana, on the north coast of Cuba. December 15, 1887 is the official date of the founding of Varadero. It was a favorite vacation spot for many celebrities and other people between the 1930s and 1950s, including Al Capone who owned a luxurious villa.
Fra➣ Varadero est située sur la péninsule de Hicacos, à 130 kilomètres à l'est de La Havane, sur la côte nord de Cuba. Le 15 décembre 1887 est la date officielle de la fondation de Varadero. C’était un lieu de de prédilection pour beaucoup de vacanciers célèbres ou non entre les années 1930 et 1950, y compris Al Capone qui y possédait une villa luxueuse.
The Wilson Bridge: A lovely soft fog was on the river creating an incredible delicate view painted in pastels. You can get the daily photo by liking my Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/geofflivingstonphoto/
This is part of my "Heart collection" leading up to Valentine's Day. This rose image was taken on a reflective surface and if you look close you will see some "extra" stem leaves. Please view large and original if you have the time.
One doesn’t have to touch a flower to know its softness. “Softness” can seen in the minds eye and felt by describing the shape, color, contours and contrasts. Thanks for viewing my photos. Gratitude and Kindness will always play a part in appreciating a flowers beauty.
Morning sun scatters through a thin layer of low cloud to light up the walls of the Jamison Valley.
Super-Multi-Coated TAKUMAR 150/4
Soft focus sunset with silhouettes. A sunset captured forever for you to enjoy!
Dedicated to RHC (IYWAMHASAM)