tiabunna's photos with the keyword: RMC Tokina 200mm 1:3.5

I have no idea of the purpose (if any), but someone made this structure from driftwood found on the beach (plenty following recent rain).

My recent images have had some references to whale watching . Whales migrate up the eastern coast of Australia in August to calve in warmer waters, returning to the Antarctic area about November. This Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) apparently calved in our local bay, causing quite a degree of local excitement. More images in the PiPs, also a long shot of a Humpback Whale breaching offshore.

Tonight there was a clear sky for a great view of the full (blue) moon and Jupiter. It seems a "blue moon" is when there are two full moons in the one month. Here's a musical link.

Our neighbour has a tibouchina tree (apparently called a Princess Flower in some places) which flowers prolifically at this time of year and hangs over our fence. See also PiP.

When I posted a macro of some Wonga vine flowers a few days ago, Tacheles asked if there are any long billed birds to eat the nectar. It so happens there are, the birds are called Eastern Spinebills and I found I had some images of one taken a few years ago and not previously posted. Other photos are in the PiPs.

These Australian honeyeaters are called "Little Wattlebirds" (they're about 35cm), though I think my title would be more appropriate. They're no songbirds, instead having a number of loud vocal calls such as "LOOKOUT" . This one was probably complaining about me taking its photo without first getting approval. :-) Best viewed large. Another image in the PiP. Wishing everyone a very Happy Fence Friday and, for those who observe it, an enjoyable Easter. Most of all, stay safe in these difficult times.

Heading through the wheatfields of South Australia, with a silo in the distance. Here's a musical link. Explored.