It turns out humans are not the only species that know how to make instruments to play rhythmic drumming. Palm cockatoos have mastered that skill as well. And they do it to woo females. A team of scientists from the Australian National University, the University of Queensland and Deakin University are studying these birds to… via …
Teatime
We arrive at the Chá Gorreana factory, which is located in Maia to the north of São Miguel island. Chá Gorreana’s teas are recognised internationally as a rare collection of fine teas and this is Europe’s oldest tea producing factory. Ermelinda Gago Da Camara opened the factory in 1883 and it has been family owned …
The Structure of Beauty
Sunflowers are stunning, and I've long been fascinated by their complexity and sheer strength.
Memories of Dad, one year on.
It's so hard to believe that my dad's been gone a year today. Time has elapsed since that fateful day, but this fleeting time has not been easy, there's so much left undone and much relating to that day still needs a resolution. I have scattered around me many photos, many memories, but I'd rather …
Eye see you
via I Never Know Who Is Watching Me On Wilden Marsh — The Wilden Marsh Blog
A little beauty
via Downy Woodpecker — Simple. Florida. Pleasures.
Beautiful Kingfisher
Nancy, you’ve put up a challenge I can’t resist today: “Birds.” Since you’ve posted a hummingbird shot, I won’t. Instead, I’ll share a photo of a belted kingfisher that I took several years ago. On my way back from watching some fishing birds, egrets and herons, I happened to look up. There at the end […] …
There should be outrage – why isn’t there any outrage for this fallen officer?
On July 5, 2017, New York City Police Department Officer Miosotis Familia was fatally shot while sitting in her patrol car. The next day, NYPD Commissioner James O’Neill described the incident as an “unprovoked attack on cops.” Thousands attended Familia’s funeral on July 11, where O’Neill gave the following remarks. Good morning, everybody. [NYPD Chaplain… via …
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The Meadow Goes ‘Moo’
via Rose in the North Riverside Pasture — The Wilden Marsh Blog
The Northern Herper 
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