Saturday, April 23, 2011
A Beautiful Sunset - 2011 Project 365 - Day 113 of 365
"A Beautiful Sunset"
Day 113 of 365
A beautiful sunset after a nice warm day in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada.
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Bighorn Sheep - Photo of the Day - April 23rd, 2011
"Bighorn Sheep"
Bighorn sheep are named for their large, curved horns atop their heads that weigh around 14 kg on a male. Though both sexes have horns, the males are much larger, and are utilized in the headbutting battles for female's attention during mating season. These horns advertise to females a male's health and age since they continuously grow through his life. Their body also has double-layered skulls supported by struts and a huge tendon linking the head and spine to cushion the blows from their rival.
Photo taken at the Calgary Zoo, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Friday, April 22, 2011
Follow the Red Brick Road - 2011 Project 365 - Day 112 of 365
"Follow the Red Brick Road"
Day 112 of 365
The path through the forest in Pavan Park is lined with red stones to guide your way. Taken at Pavan Park in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada.
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American Coot - Photo of the Day - April 22nd, 2011
"American Coot"
An American coot swims in the pond at the Birds of Prey Centre, Coaldale, Alberta, Canada.
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Thursday, April 21, 2011
Go That Way! - 2011 Project 365 - Day 111 of 365
"Go That Way"
Day 111 of 365
A piece of snow stuck high in a tree looks like an arrow pointing out directions...of course I followed it on a walk through the woods on a beautiful sunny afternoon.
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Great Horned Owl - Photo of the Day - April 21st, 2011
"Great Horned Owl"
The great horned owl is Alberta's Provincial Bird.
This species nests very early sometimes laying eggs in February during the cold winter months.
The great horned owl is one of the largest types of owls in North America.
This owl is dark brown, with a squared off head, gray mottled and streaked below, setting of the stark white throat patch. The white patch is more visible when this owl hoots.
This owl has prominent, widely spaced ear tufts and large yellow eyes.
Photo taken at the Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale, Alberta, Canada.
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Common Goldeneye - 2011 Project 365 - Day 110 of 365
"Common Goldeneye"
Day 110 of 365
A flock of common goldeneye ducks swim in a still partially frozen lake. Taken at Park Lake Provincial Park in Lethbridge, Alberta.
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Golden Sun - Photo of the Day - April 20th, 2011
"Golden Sun"
The sun shines a brilliant golden colour through thick winter clouds.
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011
The Pelicans Are Back!!! - 2011 Project 365 - Day 109 of 365
"The Pelicans Are Back!!!"
Day 109 of 365
I went for a walk in the Pavan Park today and was surprised to come upon a flock of American White Pelicans in the Oldman River. This isn't where I found them last year but I'm very happy that they are back :) Watch out for lots of pelican pics in the near future!
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Deep Purple - Photo of the Day - April 19th, 2011
"Deep Purple"
A closeup image of dark purple flowers with vibrant white edges on the petals.
Captured in Allen's gardens, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Monday, April 18, 2011
Still Winter - 2011 Project 365 - Day 108 of 365
"Still Winter"
Day 108 of 365
It's supposed to be spring but the lake is still partially frozen and there is snow on the ground...no spring flowers or green grass to be seen.
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Barn Owl - Photo of the Day - April 18th, 2011
"Barn Owl"
The Barn Owl is a pale, long-winged, long-legged owl with a short squarish tail. Tail shape is a way of distinguishing the Barn Owl from true owl when seen in flight, as are the wavering motions and the open dangling feathered legs. The light face with its heart shape and the black eyes give the flying bird an odd and startling appearance, like a flat mask with oversized oblique black eyeslits, the ridge of feathers above the bill somewhat resembling a nose.
Its head and upper body typically vary between a light brown and a dark grey. The heart-shaped face is usually bright white. The toes, as the bill, vary in colour; their colour ranges from pinkish to dark pinkish-grey. The talons are black.
Contrary to popular belief, it does not hoot, instead it produces the characteristic shree scream, ear-shattering at close range. Males in courtship give a shrill twitter. It can hiss like a snake to scare away intruders, and when captured or cornered, it throws itself on its back and flails with sharp-taloned feet, making for an effective defense. Also given in such situations is a rasp and a clicking snap, produced by the bill or possibly the tongue. It is most recognizable by its "mask-like" face.
Taken at Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale, Alberta, Canada.
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Sunday, April 17, 2011
Alberta Badlands - 2011 Project 365 - Day 107 of 365
"Alberta Badlands"
Day 107 of 365
A photo of the Alberta Badlands, taken in Drumheller, Alberta.
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Juvenile Bald Eagle - Photo of the Day - April 17th, 2011
"Juvenile Bald Eagle"
These birds are primarily dark coloured. By the time they are 4 or 5 years old, they will develop a distinctive white head and tail feathers. The adults also have a large yellow beak.
Juveniles often have white mottling, especially under their wings.
When seen soaring, these birds hold their wings horizontally flat and at a ninety degree angle to their bodies.
Taken at the Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale, Alberta, Canada.
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