Marshmallow Contemplates

rocky coast

Mountain Bluebird (Sialia currucoides)

© Richard Trinkner

Blackish Cinclodes (Cinclodes antarcticus)

© Paulo Krieser

the crested barbet is a sub-saharan african bird. highly territorial, this bird is very defensive and has been recorded killing rats and snakes on their territory. males and females appear identical. both sexes participate in rearing of the chicks, of which they may have up to five broods of during a breeding season. they primarily feed on insects and other birds’ eggs, but they may feed on small animals from time to time. they roost & nest in hollow trees and logs. their markings are very distinct from other barbets, which often feature more blocky, less striped markings.

I had a bit of a technical mishap yesterday and was not able to work on photos. Today, I will use the sunny weather and mild temperatures to close the pond for the season and set up the heated bath, so the livestream will be off for a bit. I hope everyone has a wonderful Halloween! Count Grackula is already excited 😎 New photos tomorrow evening.

We just caught our second ever real life image of a black hole and this one is in our own galactic neighborhood and the internet isn't memeing it into oblivion or even talking about it. Tragic, truly. Sad, even.

They're in love y'know. Not that you care

you'll never believe this

more birds

I hate the suburbs so much it’s unreal bro

take this bird brain on a walk ( ﾟ∀ ﾟ)

the colors of winter