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The artwork is painted on a brick wall and depicts a clown touching his own nose. The mural is characterized by vibrant use of color, particularly blue and orange, and detailed shadow effects. Street art like this is a common phenomenon in the streets of Amsterdam. This specific location is popular among art lovers. Mural, NDSM, site, Macaverso, painted, brick, wall, blue, orange, nose, touching, mural, vibrant, use of color, blue, orange, detailed, shadow effects, street art, common, phenomenon, Amsterdam, streets, specific, location, art lovers.
Het kunstwerk is geschilderd op een bakstenen muur en toont een clown die zijn eigen neus aanraakt.
De mural kenmerkt zich door een levendig kleurgebruik, met name blauw en oranje, en gedetailleerde schaduweffecten.
Streetart zoals deze is een veelvoorkomend verschijnsel in de Amsterdamse straten. Deze specifieke locatie is populair voor kunstliefhebbers.
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I had heard of flannel flowers (Genus Actinotus) but seeing this flower for the first time through my macro lens still took my breath away. Most flannel flowers are endemic to Australia. While not considered threatened, they are not often seen unless specific conditions are met such as fire and smoke, followed by rainfall. This flower was among the first plants to grow after a recent bushfire.\https://florabase.dbca.wa.gov.au/browse/profile/6208
I had a specific hope from this sunrise shoot of the Buttercross in Brigg, North Lincolnshire, and that was to capture the sun rising at the end of the street on the left (Wrawby Street). But unfortunately there was an annoying slither of cloud on the horizon and by the time it cleared, the sun had moved too far to the right. Maybe I’ll be luckier another time.
Shot as a 5 shot panorama (each bracketed) with my Tilt Shift, and stitched in Lightroom. The highlights on the front of the building are due to spotlights above the upper windows.
The Buttercross, historically was the Brigg Town Hall, but is now used as a tourist information centre and as an events venue.
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Malayan tiger, from a specific population of the Panthera tigris tigris subspecies, that is native to Peninsular Malaysia. Classified as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List since 2015.
Staldzene – an old fishing village with some homesteads surviving from the 19th century, lies to the North of Ventspils on the way to the Kolka point. Here fishermen can still be seen going out to sea, and on calm evenings the scent of dry-cured Baltic plaice wafts through the air.
Staldzene is popular with both townsfolk and tourists alike for its walking paths, swimming beach and its dramatic steep coastline. Staldzene steep coast is the highest in Latvia.
It is a typical abrasive-type coastline 4 to 8 m high, where deposits of various stages of the Baltic Sea development are exposed for approximately 400 m.
As a result of the erosion of the sea, the steep coast is washed away. Based on marine coastline monitoring data, the annual deviation of the coast is estimated at 1 m, because of which the area of the natural monument is reduced and is currently about 6 ha. Therefore, this outcrop has a limited lifetime, reports the information source of the Specially protected nature territory of Ventspils City. Its height has also decreased in the last decade. In the 70s of the last century, the height of the steep coast reached 12 m. Washing away of the steep coast is determined by the combination of several factors, including specific meteorological conditions – wind speed and direction, air temperature, sea level height, currents, waves, ice formation, etc. The Ventspils Port Piers and the deep fairway channel still have a significant impact, which completely stops the natural movement of sediments past the port to the north.
Staldzene steep coastline contains protected habitats of European and Latvian importance: wooded seaside dunes, boreal forests, calcareous sand meadows and gray dunes covered with herbaceous plants. There are also 8 specially protected plant species in the territory of the nature monument. Some plants are found only in Ventspils and Pape area in Latvia.
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It was built in Leavenworth, Kansas in 1912 by C.W. Parker, an amusement company founded in 1894 by a man named Charles Wallace Parker.
This specific attraction was the 119th carousel built by the company and in 1913, it was sold to a man in Houston, Texas, named F.K. Leggett for $5,886.
According to Heritage Burnaby, the carousel travelled with the Lone Star Circus in Texas until 1915.
On the way to Lynmouth I stopped off at Porlock Weir to take a few shots of the harbour and boats. It was quite cloudy which does force you to be more creative in your shots as a nice sunny day photo can usually cover up a lazy composition well I think so anyway!
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There is something about how the light hits these variegated 'Drummondii' leaves that is striking and beautiful. The creamy white edges against that sharp green center create a natural glow. It’s a quiet and lovely reminder to slow down and appreciate the small things.
Photographed in my parent's back yard way back in May of 2013!
Two INTERESTING FACTS about this Maple cultivar:
1. This variety is famous for that striking "Harlequin" look, where the leaves feature a light green center bordered by a broad, creamy-white or silver margin. The white edges are caused by a lack of chlorophyll in those specific areas of the leaf.
2. One thing to watch for with this species is "reversion," where a branch might start growing solid green leaves. If that happens, those green branches are usually pruned away to keep the variegated look across the whole canopy.
These critically endangered white-backed vultures are a joy to be able to observe/photograph in any situation since there’s no telling how much longer they’ll still be around in the wild. In this specific shot, the birds are somehow managing to look affectionate and very intimidating all at the same time.
No Foundation!
Hawa Mahal is the tallest building in the world without a foundation. The five-storey building managed to maintain upright because of it is curved. Just another masterpiece of Rajput and Mughal architecture.
Durga Puja pandal architecture is a vibrant and dynamic art form, deeply rooted in Bengali tradition but continuously evolving with contemporary trends. The pandal serves as the temporary abode for the goddess Durga during the annual festival and is often an elaborate and creative expression of architectural ingenuity.
Materials Used
Bamboo: The traditional material used for the structure of the pandal, which is highly flexible and abundant.
Cloth and Paper: These are used for decorations, draping, and wall coverings. They are often painted or printed with intricate designs.
Plaster of Paris and Clay: Used for creating idols and sculptures.
Fiberglass and Metal: These are often used in modern pandals for creating stronger, more durable structures.
1. Traditional Designs
Bengali Folk Art: Traditional pandals often draw from rural Bengal’s heritage, incorporating local materials like bamboo, jute, and clay. These pandals typically feature motifs inspired by nature, mythology, and folk art.
Sholar Kaaj: This is a technique involving intricate designs made from shola (a type of plant) and is used to create ornaments, canopies, and decorations within the pandal.
Terracotta and Wooden Crafts: Terracotta sculptures, wooden carvings, and images of mythological figures are common in older pandals.
2. Modern Interpretations
Innovative Materials: Modern pandals often use contemporary materials like fiberglass, metal, and plastic alongside traditional materials. For instance, large fiberglass idols of Durga are increasingly used, along with innovative lighting, mirrors, and glasswork.
Thematic Pandals: Many pandals these days are built around a specific theme. The themes can range from environmental issues (like conservation of rivers or wildlife) to technological advancements, historical events, or even popular culture. The architecture of the pandal is designed to reflect this theme, often incorporating multimedia elements.
Eco-friendly Designs: In recent years, there has been a push for sustainable and eco-friendly pandals. These are often constructed using biodegradable materials such as bamboo, paper, and cloth, with designs that minimize environmental impact.
3. Architectural Features
Structural Form: Traditionally, pandals were dome-shaped or cylindrical, but now they can take on all sorts of avant-garde shapes, from temples to spaceships to replicas of famous monuments like the Eiffel Tower or the Taj Mahal.
Facade and Entrances: The entrance of the pandal is often grand and acts as a focal point of the design. It may incorporate arches, columns, and ornate carvings, often reflecting the temple architecture of India.
Ceilings and Roofs: The roofs of pandals are a key area for artistic expression, ranging from elaborate canopies made of flowers to highly stylized, often abstract, designs using light and color.
Lighting: Pandals are spectacularly lit, with millions of light bulbs strung up in intricate patterns. The lighting not only enhances the aesthetics but also creates a divine ambiance, especially at night.
Interior Layout: The interior of the pandal is designed to accommodate the idol of Durga, with a focus on creating a spiritual environment. The idol is often placed on a raised platform, surrounded by artistic depictions of various deities, animals, and scenes from mythology.
4. Regional Variations
Kolkata Pandals: In Kolkata, Durga Puja pandals are known for their immense creativity and often become larger-than-life structures. Famous areas like Kumartuli, Behala, and Santoshpur are known for their extravagant pandals.
Delhi and Other Urban Centers: Pandal designs in metropolitan areas might incorporate modern styles, influenced by international trends, such as futuristic designs, art installations, or replicas of foreign monuments. These pandals often blend cultural elements with urban sophistication.
Rural and Smaller Town Pandals: These tend to have simpler, more rustic designs but are rich in cultural symbolism. Often constructed with bamboo, they may showcase more traditional and handcrafted artworks.
5. Innovative and Avant-Garde Designs
Optical Illusions: Some pandals are designed to give the illusion of floating structures, using materials like mirrors and lights to create mesmerizing visual effects.
Interactive and Immersive Designs: Some pandals now aim to create immersive experiences. Visitors can walk through installations that engage all their senses, with sounds, lights, and even augmented reality elements enhancing the experience.
6. Famous Pandals and Their Architects
Kumartuli Park (Kolkata): Known for its amazing artistry!
1904 Milnes-Daimler Double Decker Omnibus
- the oldest motorised bus in the world
- specially designed for public transport in London
- 6785cc straight-4 SV engine
- power 45 bhp / 1.100 rpm
- top speed 35 km/h / 12 mph
- 30 seats
Unfortunately, I will have less time to spend on FLICKR in the coming period due to my study 'Drone Pilot Advanced EASA Specific-Category STS-01/PDRA-S01' 🚁
I keep trying to post 2 automotives a day on my stream and not in groups except by request
Although it is a brood parasite like the Common Cuckoo, the Great Spotted Cuckoo (Clamator glandarius) has very different hosts: not small insectivorous birds, but Magpies and Carrion Crows. Not surprisingly many aspects of its behaviour also differ markedly from the Common Cuckoo.
The Great Spotted Cuckoo is a member of the cuckoo order of birds, the Cuculiformes, which also includes the roadrunners, the anis and the coucals.The genus name clamator is Latin for "shouter" from clamare, "to shout".The specific glandarius is derived from Latin glans, glandis, "acorn".. It is widely spread throughout Africa and the Mediterranean Basin.
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Sustenpass, Switzerland
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I was late for sunset because of traffic, parked my car and immediately raced to get a glimpse of golden light before the sun disappeared behind the clouds.
I saw this stream and run uphill looking for a good spot, got my shoes wet and all..but it was too late, the sun had gone.
I set my tripod to at least take a picture of the water when, just as magic, one last ray of light peeked through the clouds, illuminating this specific part of the mountain.
It truly was an incredible moment.
Following comments by Daniel Myers and James Burns and a specific question by Sccart, I managed to find on the Ephrata website an explanation of these strange buildings : they form a stage, build in 1970, and facing an amphitheater (that I had not photographed and then forgotten about, that was some 3 year ago...). It was first used for outdoor drama, and now for special programs.
That said, they are thin, but of normal height.
The specific origin of the Generals of the Ulla cannot be assured with certainty, but, due to the common characteristics of these masquerades, it is necessary to look for it in the different armed confrontations that occurred in the region throughout the 19th century: first the fight against the French invasion and, later, the revolution of 1846, which ended with the battle of Cacheiras, with the troops of each of the sides crossing the spaces in which this carnival is kept alive today. The different Carlist wars that took place in Spain during the nineteenth century would undoubtedly help create a collective astonishment that led to their ridicule.
Family of ducks on a branch
Black-bellied Whistling-Duck
I like to observe birds and photograph them.
I usually post a series of photos of a specific bird with the identification of the species and create an album.
But I like to manipulate some photos, edit them, make an illustration, an 'art', to exercise creativity, to be in touch with the current world using new tools.
I know that a good photo does not need editing, I also know that I am not an artist (I wish I was), but I have fun with it...
Gosto de observar pássaros e fotografá-los.
Costumo postar uma série de fotos de um pássaro determinado com identificação da espécie e formar um álbum
Mas gosto de manipular algumas fotos, editar, fazer uma ilustração, uma 'arte', para exercitar a criatividade, estar em contato com o mundo atual uzando novas ferramentas.
Sei que uma boa foto não precisa de edições, sei também que não sou artista (bem que gostaria), mas me divirto com isso...
Illustration/Art
Double Exposure
Software: Windows Paint 3D; Pixlr
Lagoa da Anta
Parque Nacional de Brasília
Água Mineral
Brasília, Brasil
Hello friends! ☺
The title refers to a specific morning when I left early to capture a sunrise and then found these little gems on my way home.
Grabbed some quick pics with my phone of these pretty sunlit twins :-)
It was a lush garden area full of different flowers (all growing there wildly as far as I could tell). Morning dew & sunlight made everything more vibrant!
The bokeh background of this shot held some surprises for me, such as the bits of yellow & purple among the greenery :-)
So remember to look around and Explore Your World... you may find even more beauty than you had expected to ☺
Have a wonderful day ahead dear friends :-)
Remember to be kind to one another... (now more than ever)
😊☀️🌻
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A Kookaburra's cooling posture, often seen on hot, sunny days in Australia, involves specific, visible behaviors designed to release body heat, as they do not sweat.
Key elements of this posture include:
Spreading Wings: The bird holds its wings slightly away from its body, allowing air to circulate under the feathers to release trapped heat.
Open Beak (Gular Fluttering): Kookaburras open their beaks and may pant, using a technique called "gular fluttering" to dissipate heat through their throat.
Fluffed Feathers: They may raise or fluff their feathers to further release trapped heat.
Perching Low/Grounding: While normally high-perched predators, they may sit lower or on the ground in the shade to stay cool.
This behavior is a common response to extreme heat, allowing the bird to "sit and wait" for the temperature to drop /
Lorsqu'il fait tres chaud en Australie, les Martin-chasseurs Geants ont des techniques specifiques pour se rafraichir :
- ils tiennent leurs ailes legerement ecartees du corps pour permettre a l'air de circuler sous leurs plumes afin de laisser partir la chaleur accumulee.
- Ils entrouvrent leur bec et halètent (mouvement de gorge qui porterait le nom de "papillonnement gulaire") afin d'expulser l'air chaud.
- Ils ebouriffent parfois leurs plumes pour en faire sortir la chaleur.
- Alors qu'ils ont l'habitude, comme tous predateurs, de se percher assez haut dans les arbres, il leur arrive de choisir des branches plus basses ou meme le sol a l'ombre, afin d'attendre que la temperature baisse.
C'est grace a cela que j'ai pu photographier Ernie en train de se rafraichir sur une branche relativement basse :)
Thin slices of fatty salmon sashimi served on a small platter.
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There is a specific kind of stillness you only find in the small fishing villages of northern Iceland. Standing by the harbor in Hauganes, the only sound was the gentle lap of the water against the hulls. The contrast between the rugged volcanic rock and the vibrant blues of the fleet perfectly captures the spirit of the Eyjafjörður.
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Prunus armeniaca is the most commonly cultivated apricot species. The native range is somewhat uncertain due to its extensive prehistoric cultivation. Genetic studies indicate Central Asia is the center of origin. It is extensively cultivated in many countries and has escaped into the wild in many places.
The specific epithet armeniaca refers to the country of Armenia in Western Asia.
I have failed in my efforts to name the specific kind of Tachinid, but there are thousands, and the spiked bristles and the pollinating behaviour are two key field marks.
Not in the image is their other key behavioural marker: they are parasitoid, meaning their larva are parasites that feed by killing their host. Different species of Tachinid game this out differently: some lay their eggs on flowers known to be visited by a desired host for their young, while others drop eggs directly on species of caterpillar.
As you can imagine this behaviour is both revered (with agricultural pests)and reviled (with more appealing creatures like Monarch Butterflies).
This creature was working a small patch of wild daisies near one of our local wetlands.
After Kolmanskop, we finally drove to one of my favorite places in Namibia: Sossusvlei. In fact, we didn't book our flights and car until we had a reservation for a specific campsite there. You may be wondering what the reason for this was, and the explanation is quite simple: there are two park gates, an outer and an inner one, with the first one opening at sunrise and the second one an hour before. Therefore, you have to stay in one of the few accommodations between these two gates to be able to shoot the sunrise. And since there is basically only the NWR Sesriem Campsite and the luxurious Sossus Dune Lodge, which costs 10 times as much as the campsite, we really wanted to book the campsite (there also seems to be another campsite called Sesriem Oshana Camp right next to the Sesriem Campsite, but we couldn't find a website to book it). Luckily it all worked out and by the time we arrived at the campsite we were pretty tired from the 6 hour drive from Lüderitz, set up our rooftop tent, cooked some dinner and went to bed early to be ready for the sunrise tomorrow, especially as we had read that there is usually a long queue at the inner gate before the park opens and so we wanted to be there early.
The next morning we didn't know exactly what to expect as we hadn't entered the park yet, but we knew we had to pay an entrance fee. Luckily they just opened the gate and let the line of cars pass, and you pay when you get back, otherwise you wouldn't make it to one of THE highlights in Namibia for sunrise: Deadvlei. As it was pitch dark when we drove through the gate and we had never driven this road before, we didn't drive too fast, especially as wild animals can cross the road at any time, which you simply can't see with the car headlights. After half an hour of driving, the morning light started to illuminate the huge dunes to the left and right of the road, which was so surreal. When we finally arrived at the parking lot right before the section where you can continue through deep sand, we opened the door and one of the shuttle drivers shouted: “Come on, come on, let’s go guys, let’s go for sunrise! We are already late!” Although I really wanted to try driving through sand myself, we both thought that these people are more experienced and we wanted to play it safe and not miss sunrise. During the shuttle ride, our driver pulled up next to a car that had gotten stuck in a section of deeper sand (they pick people up and pull the cars back out on the way back to the parking lot), which was funny because we met these two couples at the car rental company and heard their macho men bragging about their driving skills. Well, at this point we were glad we switched straight to the shuttle as this was definitely the faster option since these locals are driving like crazy over the extremely bumpy and sandy sections.
At the Deadvlei parking lot, we had to hike for another 15 minutes before we reached the dried-up river pan with all the dead tree skeletons. I'm sure you've seen countless pictures of it, but this place is simply a photographer's dream. However, I didn't take my favorite pictures from this trip until the next morning, which I'll share in later posts. After spending the morning there, we took the shuttle back to our car, drove to Dune 45 (the number represents the actual kilometers from the gate to the dune), had a snack and hiked up the ridge to take in the breathtaking views. Since we still had some time until sunset, we looked for possible compositions and didn't have to drive far to find a few. Most were located between Dune 37 and 45, and since we were so impressed by the sheer size of these piles of sand, we chose this amazing dune with the tree at its bottom as our first composition. And as the sun got low, the color of the sand turned from a dull midday brown to a bright orange with hard, contrasting shadows on the left side of its crest, resulting in a really nice, colourful minimalist image. I hope you like it!
Given the refined woodworking, the geometric language of forms (the sharp triangle combined with the sleek circle) this is a specific example of applied art, a historic piece of furniture with intarsia (inlay work).
Gezien de verfijnde houtbewerking, de geometrische vormentaal (de scherpe driehoek gecombineerd met de strakke cirkel) is dit een specifiek voorbeeld van toegepaste kunst, een historisch meubel met itarsia (inlegwerk) .
Angesichts der feinen Holzverarbeitung und der geometrischen Formensprache (das scharfe Dreieck kombiniert mit dem klaren Kreis) ist dies ein spezielles Beispiel angewandter Kunst, ein historisches Möbelstück mit Intarsienarbeit.
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This is a tiny butterfly, quite common in our area in its specific flight times. It is very striking close up, but easy to overlook from a distance.
The Tailed-blue also has a small proboscis, which means it has to work with open-petalled wildflowers. This is turn gives a photographer a range of options. I wanted to get the butterfly in profile, while having one blue wing in focus as well. Lots of attempts, a couple of successes. The biggest challenge is that the small size of the butterfly enables it to get into low and dense foliage, to find protected flowers and secure itself against predation. There isn’t a lot of space down there.
The caterpillar of this butterfly secretes a sugary substance that makes ants very happy, and they in turn protect the caterpillar from predators until it creates its cocoon.
Though it should have obvious tails (hence the name) this male may have lost them in a skirmish with a bird or other predator. The field marks include the orange spots on its hind wings.
Volendam is a world-famous tourist fishing village in North Holland, known for its unique culture, traditional costumes and the 'Eel Sound' music.
Key features
Tourist hotspot: The village is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Netherlands and is often visited in combination with Marken and the Zaanse Schans. The center, especially the harbor, can be very busy.
Tradition and folklore: Nowhere in the Netherlands do so many traditional Dutch traditions come together as in Volendam. Think of the traditional costume (which is still worn by some inhabitants), wooden houses, and clogs.
Fishing industry: The port of Volendam is known for the smell of smoked eel and fried fish. Fishing and fishing have traditionally been important industries for the village.
Eel sound: Volendam is known as the cradle of the 'Eel sound', a specific style of Dutch pop music, produced by many well-known local singers and bands.
Sights and activities
The Harbour: The heart of the village, where you can walk along the many fish stalls, boats and terraces.
Photo in traditional costume: A classic Volendam experience is to have a photo taken in traditional costume in one of the studios at the harbor.
Volendams Museum: Here you will learn more about the history, culture and the 'Eel Sound' of the village.
Cheese tasting: Visit one of the cheese factories, such as the Cheese Factory Volendam or Alida Hoeve, for a tour and tasting.
Boat trip to Marken: From the harbor you can take the ferry to the nearby peninsula of Marken.
The Maze: Explore the picturesque old part of Volendam, with its narrow streets and small, authentic houses.
Volendam is part of the same municipality as the quieter, historic town of Edam, which is known for its spherical cheeses.
More specifically, the term "Savon de Marseille" is not legally protected nor a fortiori restricted to soaps made in Marseilles, they meet specific methods or not production.
The bryony-leaved tree-mallow, now classified under the genus Malva but formerly Lavatera (for an explanation see the text here flic.kr/p/2qBm6LN ), is native to much of Greece, to Cyprus, and to the Asian parts of the Mediterranean basin. The species can be found from sea level up to about 1,000 m or 3,500 ft in disturbed ground like cultivated or fallow land, on sites of recent fires, in olive groves, and on river banks.
The bryony-leaved tree-mallow's common name is due to the fact that, like all tree-mallows, it grows on a trunk like stem and can attain a height of up to 3 meters or about 10 feet, while its leaves, like the otherwise unrelated bryony's, have triangular lobes. Those same leaves, one is clearly visible just below the flower, have reminded others of claws. This impression provides the basis of the specific epithet unguiculata. Unguiculate, from the Latin unguiculus, means claw- or nail-shaped.
Goldenrod aphids are species specific, meaning that their primary food source is goldenrod (Solidago). I found these aphids on the stem of a single goldenrod plant. The nymphs are bright red, and a few adults have begun to emerge.
Bark of a Ponderosa pine and wolf lichen in Kings Canyon National Park.
λειχήν is the ancient Greek word for lichen, while "woof" is the sound that dogs make when they bark.
As a child, I was always told that lichen indicates good air quality and that it was always on a specific side of a tree.
Cause it's a Gerber daisy.
Thanks to the nice Russian florist that gave me a bunch of flowers to shoot for free!
A phrase I heard all the time growing up in the North East, not so much in Norfolk. A non gender specific phrase pertaining to someone very special indeed, either through good looks or by simply wearing something fancy.
Even in his 'beach camo' winter plumage, this male Snow Bunting is a striking and particularly white example.
I have been using the very light and sharp Nikon 400mm 4.5 for these shots after recently buying the 2x TC. From previous experience a 2x doesn't work well on many lenses - and really needs to be paired with a good prime. It makes crawling around on the beach almost enjoyable.
When the male is ready to mate, the sperm is transferred from the opening of the primary genital on the 9th segment close to the end part of the abdomen to the subsidiary genitalia situated on the segment 3 and 2, which is close to the base of its abdomen. In the beginning of the process, the male holds the female with his claspers on the back of the female’s head, while the female twists her abdomen forwards and downwards to collect the sperm from the secondary genitalia of the male Damselfly. This specific position is referred as “wheel” or “heart”, and the termed used when they indulge in this process is “to be in cop”.
The female Damselflies, when ready to deposit eggs, hover around the water body to find suitable habitat for egg laying. Some also lay eggs inside the tissue of plants. For laying eggs in the water, the female Damselflies may submerge under the water for at least 30 minutes, and at intervals, climb on the aquatic plant’s stem. During this period, the male guards the female and the eggs from other rival male Damselflies.
While I was preparing my travel through Singapore, I found a few similar shots about the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple. I didn't want to miss this specific location. Just the night before I met 'Quek', which became my best local friend. he showed me where I had to go. Thanks Quek.
The osprey (Pandion haliaetus) is one of the most fascinating birds of prey, known for its incredible ability to hunt fish. Its distribution is very wide, as it is found on almost every continent except Antarctica. Physical characteristics It is a large bird, with a wingspan of up to 170 cm. Its plumage is unmistakable: the upperparts are dark brown, while the underparts are predominantly white. The head is white with a characteristic dark brown mask that extends from the beak to behind the eyes. The wings are long, angular, and end in black tips. Diet and hunting method As its name suggests, its diet consists almost exclusively of fish, which it catches with a spectacular hunting technique. It flies low over the water, hovers in the air, and once it locates its prey, it dives with its talons forward. Their feet are specially adapted for this task: An opposable outer toe, which allows them to hold the fish with two toes forward and two back. Long, sharp nails. Pads with spicules on the soles of the toes to prevent the slippery fish from escaping. The Osprey in Spain In Spain, the Osprey has experienced a notable historical decline due to direct persecution and habitat destruction. However, in recent decades, the population has begun to recover. Breeding population: It is mainly found in the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands, and Andalusia. There is also a population in the Chafarinas Islands. Wintering population: We can also find a considerable number of specimens that spend the winter on the Iberian Peninsula, especially in wetlands and coastal areas. Conservation status Although globally it is considered a species of "Least Concern", in some areas such as the Balearic Islands, it is listed as "Vulnerable" and is the subject of specific conservation plans. The main threats it faces are loss of coastal habitat, disturbance of nesting areas, and interaction with other species such as gulls.
Churches in England are often aligned in a specific direction, typically with the altar at the east end and the main entrance at the west end, a practice known as orientation.
All Saint's church Walcott in the foreground aligned with St Mary's Church in Happisburgh some 2km distant.
A snapshot from a walk around local lanes recently.
Many early-flowering trees produce flowers from naked branches and trunks before their leaves come out. Such a one is this Cercis. Its common name is often given as Judas Tree. Apparently that's because its rounded leaves were thought to resemble the thirty pieces of silver Judas was paid for his betrayal of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. The 'siliquastrum' of its specific name is derived from the Greek word for a weaver's shuttle; perhaps even of use for producing cloth to cover up against our present chilly and rainy weather...
after sunset in Kwazulu Natal, South Africa
(specific area not disclosed as I have previously posted images of rhino's and poaching has reached a dramatic level in KZN)
acinonyx jubatus
IUCN RED LIST STATUS: VULNERABLE
jachtluipaard
guépard
Gepard
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So this would be one of the few times that I had a specific song in mind and I just wanted to find the right photo for it! So a pair of street dancers would match nicely with one of the most famous hip hop songs ever. And since we are still around Saint Patrick's celebrations, a little info (thank you Google) about the song: it was filmed during a Saint Patrick's parade in NYC but since it was Saint Patrick's there are a ton of Irish or Bostonian elements in the video clip (like Danny Boy wearing a Celtics jersey). Oh, by the way, I took this photo in Boston (which is the US city with the highest percentage of population with Irish decent)!
House of Pain - Jump around
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I am always fascinated by trees that stand alone in a natural environment, away from other trees. I call them "lonely trees," and I have a whole album of images that fit this genre. One of my favorite trees to photograph is the elm tree of Cook's Meadow. It's a tree made famous by Ansel Adams, with many photographs showcasing it in different seasons. I have posted a few images of this gorgeous tree myself.
I eagerly looked forward to capturing the tree in its autumnal splendor during our recent visit. However, I seemed to arrive a few days too late for this specific tree. I wonder if the tree's isolation from other trees affects its timing since most of the trees in the valley appeared to have just peaked. We observed very few trees that were past their peak. Nevertheless, hiking up to the tree was delightful, as it felt like meeting an old friend.
A child is a human being between birth and puberty; a boy or girl. The legal definition of "child" generally refers to a minor, otherwise known as a person younger than the age of majority. "Child" may also describe a relationship with a parent or authority figure, or signify group membership in a clan, tribe, or religion; it can also signify being strongly affected by a specific time, place, or circumstance, as in "a child of nature" or "a child of the Sixties.
Model: "Rashid" my nephew
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Built in 1950s, this specific turbine, as well as the other three in the same hall, was stopped using in Dec 2010.
The whole power station was closed in 2018
A thermal plant in Shanghai China
Singapore Cityscape
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One of the beautiful cicada species found in and around this ever-growing Metropolitan city. Even the genus level identification not yet fully confirmed and looks distinct from other species in Rustia species when I checked. So might be new to science. Hayath has captured this species beautifully last year with multiple angles. Hope it gets researched well and it's kind survives into the future even though the city is getting developed rapidly and destroying it's potential habitat.
Common names: Cicada (no specific name as far as I know)
Scientific name: cf. Rustia sp.
Place: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Date: June 09, 2019
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There is a specific kind of intelligence in the way a corvid moves. This one seemed entirely unfazed by the wind picking up, meticulously picking its way across the rock face. The feathers caught just enough light to show their structure against the soft, diffused grey of the clouds. A brief, quiet moment of nature’s drama.
Lindheimer's beeblossom is native to southern Louisiana and Texas. The specific epithet is after Ferdinand Jacob Lindheimer, a German-born botanist who collected extensively in Texas for Harvard University professor Asa Gray.
Oenothera lindheimeri is commonly grown as an ornamental plant. Several cultivars have been selected for varying flower color, from nearly pure white in 'Whirling Butterflies' to darker pink.