Rose of Pollux

Emily was very feral when I adopted her and Hattie (who was much more chill and was probably an abandoned racer) and would snort and growl at me if I came anywhere near her. This is her on my knee after months of lentil bribes.

Me 1 day before the trip: “I’m so smart, I brought an entirely empty luggage bag so I could put anything I buy across the next 10 days into it.”

Me 1 day into said trip:

Emily and Hattie (short for Hatbox Ghost)!

Pigeons are no exception to the pet rule of “there is no personal space during feeding time”

Australian Sulphur-crested cockatoo enjoying their almond. Shot with a Sony 90mm macro lens + A7riv 2023 ©️

#birds #birder #twitcher #birdphotography #naturephotography #nature #birdwatching #photography #wildlifephotography #bird #sonyalpha

Remember that in order for hatred to be multiplied, it must be engaged with.

Don’t “dunk” on racist/transphoic takes - block them.

Don’t entertain trolls and bad-faith individuals - block them.

Don’t let the people assailing those you love encroach on YOUR space. Kick them out and lock the door.

omg this video of Roger Bart singing Go the Distance

Nuzzle. That’s a word that just sounds so perfect for what it means.

This 2025 stop calling yourself a "content creator"

You're an artist, graphic designer, a video editor, an entertainer, musician, a streamer, a cook, a craftsman, an animator, a storyteller, a writer, a painter, a woodworker, a tailor...

You are not a faceless "content" machine.

But I have seen a stream that meets a boulder halfway through the wood

This is Hattie (short for Hatbox Ghost). He enjoys watching me on the laptop and likes making his own words of wisdom. …If only I could understand what he means…

“Give me a single image from a film that immediately makes you hear the song from the soundtrack in your head”

Being anti-ai is not ableist. What is actually ableist is to suggest that disabled people need to resort to plagiarism and theft to create art.

Cockatoo fancies himself as electrician. Or destroyer of street light after take away shut up shop 🥰

White-throated Sparrow
Morning glow...
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imaginary pixel art mushrooms
red and blue

Female House Sparrow
Experiencing a moment of hazy berries zen...
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The photograph shows an osprey perched on a branch. One of the osprey's feet is raised, and the osprey's feathers are puffed up noticeably, especially on the head.

An osprey showing off its talons. This picture was taken mid-preening session. I love how the osprey's feathers are puffed up. #birds

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The Brown-hooded parrot (Pyrilia haematotis) is a species of parrot known for its distinctive brown head and bright plumage. It is native to Central America. These parrots are medium-sized, with an average length of around 26 cm (10 in). They have a brownish-gray body, a reddish-brown head, and vibrant green wings and tail. Brown-hooded parrots are social birds that live in small groups and feed on fruits, seeds, and nuts. They are known for their playful behavior and ability to mimic sounds. Conservation status: Least Concern. CC: YBDW 📷: Photo by Mohammad_usman via Pixabay 2023

New addition! ➡️ Brown-hooded parrot 🌎 #CentralAmericanbirds #SouthAmericanbirds #NorthAmericanbirds | #mybirdcards #birdcards #birds🦜

The Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula) is a small to medium-sized songbird that breeds in eastern North America. The male (pictured) has striking orange and black plumage, while the female has a more subdued yellowish hue. Orioles are known for their beautiful flute-like songs and are skilled nest builders, weaving intricate hanging nests. They primarily feed on insects, fruits, and nectar, and are often found in woodlands, orchards, and gardens. The Baltimore oriole is a migratory bird, spending summers in the eastern and central parts of North America and winters in Central America and northern South America. Conservation status: Least Concern. CC: NHEF 📷: Photo by Dave_E via Pixabay 2018

Baltimore oriole 🌎 #NorthAmericanbirds #CentralAmericanbirds #Caribbeanbirds #SouthAmericanbirds | #mybirdcards #birdcards #birds🦜

The Moluccan eclectus (Eclectus roratus) is a striking and colourful parrot species native to the Moluccan Islands in Indonesia. Male Moluccan eclectus parrots have a predominantly deep emerald green plumage. In contrast, female Moluccan eclectus parrots (pictured) are predominantly red in colour. Their beak (females) is black, their wings are a dark red with blue edges, and their abdomens are blue. Conservation status: Least Concern. CC: LUMT 📷: Photo by ignartonosbg via Pixabay 2023

Moluccan eclectus 🌏 #Asianbirds #Indonesianbirds #Moluccanbirds #Oceanicbirds | #mybirdcards #birdcards #birds🪶

A grey heron flying along the bike path by our local river. 🦉

Two pink and grey parrots, forgetting how to parrot.

Two galahs that spontaneously and inexplicably forgot how to perch. 🪶

Stunning parrots, absolute doofuses.

The Crimson rosella (Platycercus elegans) is a colourful parrot species native to east and southeast Australia. It has a vibrant crimson plumage with blue cheeks and tail feathers, and its wings are a combination of blue and black. The Crimson rosella is known for its distinctive call and can be found in various forested habitats. Conservation status: Least Concern. CC: TQWC 📷: Photo by pen_ash via Pixabay 2023

Crimson rosella 🌏 #Australasianbirds #Australianbirds | #mybirdcards #birdcards #birds🪶

Black and white photo of a longhaired tabby kitten sitting inside an overturned basket that is lying on a sidewalk in the sun. The kitten is meowing which gives it a smiling appearance.

Nothing better than finding a free basket on the sidewalk. Photo from my collection, no further info.

Greetings, BlueSky—I offer a pic of my Raichu with an impromptu flower crown!