Buffalo cannot be fully domesticated (like cattle), and they retain much of their wild instincts. Massive, majestic, stoic and aloof, there is just something very cool about these beasts!
Mallards- 70 Mile House, BC
Drakes acquire red legs due to hormone changes, which help attract mates.
Not usually a big fan of zoos, but the Singapore Zoo is active in national and regional conservation projects, and is also a designated centre for rescued wildlife.
Literally, “person of the forest” (orang hutan) in Malay/Indonesian. Probably my most favourite animal.
American White Pelicans, 83 Creek, BC
Horny scales on male and female bills (“Caruncles”) are shed after breeding season.
Red-winged Blackbird, 83 Creek BC
King Penguin and chick, Falkland Island
These are the second largest of all penguins (Emperors being the largest).
A Ruffed Grouse watching for danger
While not exactly wild in our area, Buffalo cannot be totally domesticated, and retain much of their wild instincts. Very large, and very impressive when up close and personal!
While not exactly wild in our area, Buffalo cannot be totally domesticated, and retain much of their wild instincts. Very large, and very impressive when up close and personal!
