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**Catherine Babault** @CatherineBabault@mastodon.social · 1h

Catherine Babault @CatherineBabault@mastodon.social

Make a wish!

#BloomScrolling #photography #nature

**Michael Perry** @GriffithPark@pixelfed.social · 2h

Michael Perry @GriffithPark@pixelfed.social

Acorn Woodpecker adding one more acorn to the granary.
#naturephotography #nature #photo #photography #birds #birders #birdwatchers #birding #California #birdwatching #GriffithPark #DailyBird #BirdsOfPixelfed #BirdsOfMastodon #LARiver #naturephotos #LAWildlife #woodpecker #amazing

Clown-like bird holding an acorn in its beak hangs on side of large tree which has dozens of acorns pounded into its bark.

#amazing

**Catherine Babault** @CatherineBabault@mastodon.social · 5h

Catherine Babault @CatherineBabault@mastodon.social

Mrs. and Mr. rufous hummingbird are enjoying the abundance of nectar at this time of year.

The female rufous hummingbird has a white and orange chest and a green back. She is seen here getting nectar from a pink flower.

The male rufous hummingbird is white and orange and has an iridescent red patch on his throat. He is seen here getting nectar from a pink flower.

#hummingbird #birds #BirdsOfMastodon

**cohan** @cohanf@mastodon.online · 5h *

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cohan @cohanf@mastodon.online

This week we've had some warmish dry days, a bit of rain and this morning some snow, followed by sun, more clouds, graupel, sun again.. These views from late morning, the #snow is all gone in the sun, lingering in shade... notes in alt
#spring #Alberta #Canada #nature #garden #RockGarden #weather #photography

The edge of a small naturalistic rock garden bed, most of which is out of sight to the bottom/ left. We see small mostly rounded glacial stones, with scattered dry grass and stems especially around the poorly weeded edge. Above from left to centre is a large stone haf a foot to a foot tall, a couple of feet wide and flat though not exactly smooth on top. It is sort of reddish brown though since it is wet it looks mostly dark with the sun making near white reflections/highlights. Behind the rock is a small native shrub (Symphoricarpos) with many very fine erect to arcing stems. Outside the bed the ground is snow covered with sun highlights, blue tree shadow and dark spots where the ground is melting through.

Eriogonum species. Morning sun shines on a low growing mat of a plant with many tiny rosettes of small spatulate leaves, silvery grey with new leaves in the centre showing green with pinky stems. It is perched on the ridge of a tallish narrow rock bed. Beside it we see a chunk of a pale granite, behind dry stems of other small plants, and beyond the ridge is in dark shadow, with a few dry old candelabra stems of rock jasmine hanging off the ridge, and a dimly seen self sown spruce seedling holding remnants of the morning snow.

A chaotic patch of Sempervivum/Hen and Chicks. Most are still mostly closed up in winter mode with red leaves and bits of dry outer leaves. Where the rosettes have started to open up for spring, like the larger one in the centre, the green lower parts of leaves can be seen. The sun hits the centre of the patch, but above and below are in shadow or just emerging, and still hold the morning snow, huddled around the outer rosettes. We can see a bit of wet rock and a clump of green leaved plant to the right, along with bits of dry stem of this and that scattered about.

Closish view of part of a small spruce sapling with the morning sun just hitting it and about to melt the light coating of snow it carries. We see one fine branch coming in from the right in focus in centre, with other branches blurred behind, in the upper section the camera has made some small pearls of light from the sun hitting snow crystals.

**Swede’s Photographs** @Swede1952@universeodon.com · 5h

Swede’s Photographs @Swede1952@universeodon.com

Crimson Crown

This is a male ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris). I believe I captured this photo earlier this morning—though I could check the image properties to confirm, laziness prevails. The vibrant red feathers on its throat always remind me of plate armor, perhaps resembling a gorget.

Explore my photo gallery for more stunning hummingbird images:

https://swede1952-photographs.pixels.com

"The image beautifully captures a ruby-throated hummingbird mid-flight, showcasing its agile movement and vibrant plumage. The hummingbird's body gleams with bright green feathers, while its throat boasts a striking ruby-red patch bordered by white. The wings, gracefully blurred, reflect the rapid motion typical of these energetic birds. The background features soft white tones, with accents of red and gray, drawing attention to the hummingbird's elegance." - Copilot

#photo #photography #photographer

**Amanda Makepeace (ᏣᏁᎾ)** @amandamakepeace@turtleisland.social · 6h

Amanda Makepeace (ᏣᏁᎾ) @amandamakepeace@turtleisland.social

Look at this BEE. Sometimes the imperfect photos are the ones with the most joy. #bees #insectphotography #nature

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Eastern Carpenter Bee in flight amongst the purple Salvia

**𝑩𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝑯𝒂𝒓𝒑𝒆𝒓** @That_One_Guy@mastodon.world · 6h

𝑩𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝑯𝒂𝒓𝒑𝒆𝒓 @That_One_Guy@mastodon.world

Bumblebee alert

#bumblebee #bees #nature

**Jen** @jvw@musicians.today · 7h

Jen @jvw@musicians.today

Took my rolly walker on a nature walk this afternoon. A bit too bumpy for my wheels, I had to turn back. Love to get me some knobby tires one day tho.

But.... Look what you can just use for free! Basically a mecha you sit down in.

I thought it was a historic display or something, nearly cried when the docent said I could just check it out and ramble as I please. Too tired today, but next time, for sure!

a "track chair", which looks like a super rugged wheel chair with bulldozer tracks, two joysticks, and a badass headlight on the right hand arm rest.

#accessibility #nature

**ErNandy** @ernandy@mstdn.social · 7h

ErNandy @ernandy@mstdn.social

No one talks about the garbage island in the Pacific.

But it’s larger than France, Germany, and Spain combined.

And it’s leaking toxic chemicals into the fish you eat.

Here’s what you were never told about the Great Pacific Garbage Patch:

#ActOnClimate #ClimateChange #EndFossilCrimes

**Jesus Castagnetto** @jmcastagnetto@mastodon.social · 8h

Jesus Castagnetto @jmcastagnetto@mastodon.social

#Nature article: "25 million deaths: what could happen if the #US ends #global #health #funding"

...Models estimate the ginormous potential impact of foreign-aid cuts...

#globalhealth

https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-01191-z

www.nature.com25 million deaths: what could happen if the US ends global health fundingModels estimate the ginormous potential impact of foreign-aid cuts.

**Ian Cylkowski** @Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social · 8h

Ian Cylkowski @Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social

Announcing my Ultimate Isle of Skye Portfolio, eleven years in the making https://www.iancylkowski.com/scottish-islands/isle-of-skye

I first visited the island in October 2014 and honestly, my photography destiny changed forever.

I have since visited five times. I'll never get sick of it.

I hope through these images you feel at least a fraction of the love I have for this place.

#landscape #landscapephotography #nature #travel #skye #isleofskye #scotland #uk #britain

The dramatic landscape of the Storr on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, featuring towering, jagged rock formations rising sharply from a gently sloping hillside covered in vibrant green grass. A narrow, muddy path winds through the foreground, leading the viewer’s eye towards the iconic Old Man of Storr pinnacle, which is strikingly illuminated by soft sunlight breaking through a partially cloudy sky. Scattered rocks and boulders are strewn across the grassy slopes, enhancing the wild and ancient atmosphere of the scene.

The enchanting landscape of the Fairy Glen near Uig on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, featuring a series of small, steep grassy hills and rocky outcrops bathed in soft, golden sunlight. The lush green grass contrasts with patches of orange and red foliage, suggesting an autumn setting. In the distance, two tiny figures stand atop a rocky pinnacle, emphasising the scale and natural drama of the scene. Behind them, rolling hills and a broad mountain range stretch towards a sky filled with fluffy white clouds and patches of vibrant blue.

The sweeping landscape of the Quiraing on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, where steep grassy cliffs plunge dramatically into a vast moorland dotted with small lochs reflecting the soft hues of the morning sky. A lone figure in a pink jacket stands atop the cliff edge, gazing across the rugged terrain towards the distinctive, angular hills that rise sharply from the otherwise gentle expanse. The sky is painted with a mix of golden and blue tones as the rising sun filters through a patchwork of clouds, casting a serene glow over the scene.

The rugged beauty of the Fairy Pools in Glen Brittle on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, with crystal-clear water cascading over dark, smooth rocks that have been sculpted into rounded hollows and pools. In the foreground, shallow puddles reflect the sky, adding a sense of depth and tranquillity. The scene is lit dramatically by the low sun breaking over jagged mountain peaks in the background, with soft clouds clinging to the ridges, casting long shadows across the moorland.

#britain

**Ian Cylkowski Photography** @IanCykowski@photog.social · 8h

Ian Cylkowski Photography @IanCykowski@photog.social

Announcing my Ultimate Isle of Skye Portfolio, eleven years in the making https://www.iancylkowski.com/scottish-islands/isle-of-skye

I first visited the island in October 2014 and honestly, my photography destiny changed forever.

I have since visited five times. I'll never get sick of it.

I hope through these images you feel at least a fraction of the love I have for this place.

#nature #travel #scotland

**Gretchen K Deahl** @gretchenkdeahl@pixelfed.social · 9h

Gretchen K Deahl @gretchenkdeahl@pixelfed.social

Sleepy Monster in a Teacup
Humans aren't the only ones who enjoy a spot of tea now and again. Little monsters have been know to slip quietly into kitchens when no one is around and sneak a sip of two of freshly brewed sweetness. Alas, some of these tiny creatures may become so enamored with the tea, that they sip themselves silly and fall into a state of euphoria, causing all manner of behavior.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
https://www.redbubble.com/people/gretchenkdeahl/shop
(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #stillife #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #monsters #monster #creature #friend #love #tea #teacup #butterfly #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists

Set against a wallpaper backdrop of pale flowering vines, a porcelain teal teacup sits on a plate. In the cup, a sleepy, feathered green-blue monster tilts slightly sideways, Its large droopy eyes and large pink nose look out in a drowsy gaze. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)

**Gretchen K Deahl** @gretchenkdeahl@pixelfed.social · 10h

10h

Gretchen K Deahl @gretchenkdeahl@pixelfed.social

Gorgeous Monsters & Their Pets
Welcome to my new interview series. I am the official human spokesperson for the Guardian Monster Guild, editor of the "Monster Times & Review" and author of the glamorous tell-all book, "What Monsters Want". These are hard-won credentials that I have worked tirelessly to obtain. As an ordinary human being, entering the realm of Monsterdom requires a rigorous determination, and an ego that can survive all manner of taunts, threats and indignation. I have endured countless nips, pokes and licks from numerous monsters whose intent, it seems, was to provoke me into giving up. I have proved them wrong! NOTE: This latest set of interviews on monster pets is for human eyes only and includes interviews with a select group from the Gorgeous Monsters Society. (This is the name they give themselves.) Here we discuss their feelings of unabashed adoration for their beloved pets as well as their care and feeding.

Meet Ms. Premivarria of the Chewston tribe & her Screaming Meemees: Alto, Basil and Suprema.

This artwork is for sale as an NFT on Rarible at https://rarible.com/gretchenkdeahl/items
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #cats #supportthearts #monsters #monster #creature #friend #love #trouble #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists