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G is for… Gnu
The gnu, or wildebeest, is in fact a large antelope. A fully grown gnu can reach 1.27–1.47 m at the shoulder and weigh 120–270 kg. They inhabit the plains and open woodlands of Africa. The photos...
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The Fourth Plinth gets the Blues
There is a plinth at each corner of Trafalgar Square. The two plinths on the south side carry sculptures of Henry Havelock and Charles James Napier. The northeastern plinth, carries an equestrian...
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Chewing the Cud
I am a fan of Cow Parade and similar public art displays. The cow below is one of my favourites, decked out in blue, white and yellow, so typical of Portuguese azulejos or ceramic tiles. #63...
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Rear Ends
Sometimes it is more interesting, or just plain funnier, to capture your subject from the rear: Linked to The Next Challenge: Backs of Things and Camera Critters.
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Buffalo Cooling Down
This buffalo in Kenya was enjoying the water, and possible posing for the photo! Linked to Weekend Reflections and Camera Critters.
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K is for… Kudu
The Kudu is a large and handsome member of the antelope family, threatened by hyenas, leopard, hunting dogs and humans. Their horns are prized in Africa as musical instruments and honey containers....
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Synchronised Pelicans
These pelicans are fishing in sync. Aren’t they handsome? Linked to Weekend Reflections.
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The Ugly Five
Everyone knows about the Big Five, the five animals that tourists want to tick off while on safari, but what about the Ugly Five? They are just as much fun to spot, though I certainly don’t agree that...
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T is for… Terrifying Teeth
With teeth like this, you’ll be well advised to stay in your boat! As the sun starts to drop over the Zambezi, that is the time to get out to spot wildlife. Crocodiles move fast and are well...
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Double Trouble
Two juvenile warthogs, judging by their white beards. Linked to Shadow Shot Sunday and Word a Week: Shadow.
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Dung gets Priority
Not a sign that is in the British Highway Code: But dung beetles are an important part of the eco system in South Africa. . Posted as part of Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge: Signs.
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Z is for… Funny ZOO
Panda Je suis Panda venu de Chine Par un bateau sur la mer Abyssine Je suis Panda d’humeur badine Tatoué jusqu’en haut de l’échine As part of Marseille’s celebration of its position as 2013 European...
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A Little Bit of Green
A peaceful, green shot from sunny Tenerife. . Posted as part of The Photo Gallery: Green.
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Bugged
Bugs are a necessary evil (ok, that’s a bit strong, I know, but on the whole, I’m not fond!) of more adventurous travel. The two above are from South Africa, the one below is from Bulgaria. And the...
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Hello Cutie!
Wordless Wednesday – on Wednesdays all over the internet bloggers post a photo with no words to explain it.
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Double Trouble
This troublesome duo were playing on the seafront in St Petersburg, Florida. Aren’t they cute? Linked to Fun Foto Challenge: Animals, Saturday Critters and Camera Critters.
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Hungry Old Goat
I was just looking back at some old photos and though this would be just perfect for the Odd Ball challenge … A cheeky goat helping himself to the local trees in the centre of a small town in southern...
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