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Post by Opus on Apr 25, 2023 23:47:34 GMT
This camera is on 24/7 ... you can backup and see what came visited you arrived
Addiction warning !!!
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Post by Opus on Apr 26, 2023 0:07:20 GMT
There is also an owl in the downed tree behind the water hole
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Post by Opus on Apr 27, 2023 2:32:57 GMT
Glad to see that you found this thread ... It was posted with you in mind, gardengirl1953I was making an edit and posted it by accident ... what it was supposed to say was... , "This camera is on 24/7 ... you can backup and see what came and visited before you arrived" Last night some bat eared foxes turned up after dark and I scanned back to daylight and there was a VERY thirsty giraffe and a black backed jackal there at the same tie. |
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Post by gardengirl1953 on Apr 27, 2023 14:37:25 GMT
Glad to see that you found this thread ... It was posted with you in mind, gardengirl1953 I was making an edit and posted it by accident ... what it was supposed to say was... , "This camera is on 24/7 ... you can backup and see what came and visited before you arrived" Last night some bat eared foxes turned up after dark and I scanned back to daylight and there was a VERY thirsty giraffe and a black backed jackal there at the same tie. Thank you for posting, this will be a frequent place for me to get my needed visits with Nature! I like that it posts the time in the upper corner, so you can see if it is morning, afternoon, etc. |
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Post by Opus on May 12, 2023 11:47:53 GMT
FWIW I started a thread on "V1 Pleasant Conversation" about assorted relaxing drawing / painting techniques. It's called "Neurological Drawing etc." It's for those seeking ways to get away from, not all, but some of life's stresses but are perhaps not talented artists like gardengirl1953. |
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Post by Opus on May 12, 2023 11:55:39 GMT
FWIW I started a thread on "V1 Pleasant Conversation" about assorted relaxing drawing / painting techniques. It's called "Neurological Drawing etc." It's for those seeking ways to get away from, not all, but some of life's stresses but are perhaps not talented artists like gardengirl1953 . actually, it is called "Neurographic Art, etc." |
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Post by opus on May 12, 2023 16:02:06 GMT
Bird's Nest in Germany
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Post by gardengirl1953 on May 12, 2023 16:42:18 GMT
Oh, what a delight! What a good mama bird, and that tiny little baby poking his head out! What a treat! Thank you for posting that!  |
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Post by gardengirl1953 on May 12, 2023 16:45:00 GMT
FWIW I started a thread on "V1 Pleasant Conversation" about assorted relaxing drawing / painting techniques. It's called "Neurological Drawing etc." It's for those seeking ways to get away from, not all, but some of life's stresses but are perhaps not talented artists like gardengirl1953 . actually, it is called "Neurographic Art, etc." I actually do a form of that, but with thread on printed fabric. It's a thread painting technique in fiber art, a form of art quilting. And stitching is my happy place! |
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Post by opus on May 12, 2023 18:11:57 GMT
The assorted kitties must enjoy it when momma is sewing with all those tempting threads to play with ! , gardengirl1953 |
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Post by gardengirl1953 on May 13, 2023 3:18:56 GMT
It is always a challenge! They so need to be entertained, and thread is just so inviting!
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Post by Opus on May 18, 2023 0:56:59 GMT
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Post by Opus on May 18, 2023 1:00:02 GMT
here is the article linked above This suburb banded together to completely transform its front lawns — and the change could be coming to more towns soon Rachael Davies One Dallas suburb is living proof of successful alternatives to perfectly manicured lawns. The residents’ work has resulted in the proliferation of local native plant species, therefore rebuilding natural habitats in the area. With a population of just over 100,000 people, Lewisville, Texas, has been gradually moving away from swathes of green grass and replacing them with native wildflowers, according to Texas Monthly. From city works in public spaces to individual gardeners on their own property, more and more green spaces are returning to native ecosystems. This reflects a nationwide trend, with 18 million Americans taking up gardening for the first time in 2020, according to the National Gardening Survey. This was likely sparked by the pandemic, when people needed to find new ways to entertain themselves while staying at home. The result of experiments like Lewisville means that, as more gardeners fill city spaces with native plants, it’s possible that cities could begin to create healthier wildlife corridors. Such efforts can make for a more attractive and diverse view for residents and can also revitalize the entire local ecosystem. Native plants provide a wealth of benefits for local nature, such as providing nectar for pollinators, like hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, moths, and bats. What’s more, a wider variety of plants offers more options for protective shelter for many mammals, while the nuts, seeds, and fruits are often vital food sources for local wildlife. In Lewisville, the local planting trend isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. Since the local government started its efforts in 2019, an area nonprofit’s volunteer-run native plant sales have become immensely popular. “Last spring our Williamson County plant sale sold out of native plants, got more, and then sold out again,” said Meg Inglis, the executive director of the Native Plant Society of Texas. The movement also provides an opportunity for residents to get outside and stay active. “I just wanted to create something that looked like it belonged around a farmhouse,” Lewisville resident Cindy Derrick told Texas Monthly. “I like flowers better than I like grass.” gardengirl1953, |
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Post by gardengirl1953 on May 18, 2023 15:36:27 GMT
I've actually done that! I live in the country, and I haven't had a lawn in years. My goats have a pasture that they keep free of weeds, but the area in front of my house is filled with flowers and ornamental trees. There are pathways through it all. And the rest of my property is part woodland and part pastures going back to natural habitat. I have never understood the appeal of vast areas of just green grass! |
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Post by Opus on May 18, 2023 22:03:24 GMT
I've actually done that! I live in the country, and I haven't had a lawn in years. My goats have a pasture that they keep free of weeds, but the area in front of my house is filled with flowers and ornamental trees. There are pathways through it all. And the rest of my property is part woodland and part pastures going back to natural habitat. I have never understood the appeal of vast areas of just green grass! Pretty cool that they did that in a city ....local city here took an older gent to court because he planted flowers in that 3 foot bit of property between the curb and the sidewalk. I seem to remember that he died before it all got settled. The flowers are gone and it's just another strip of scruffy curbside grass. |
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Post by gardengirl1953 on May 19, 2023 17:10:22 GMT
I've actually done that! I live in the country, and I haven't had a lawn in years. My goats have a pasture that they keep free of weeds, but the area in front of my house is filled with flowers and ornamental trees. There are pathways through it all. And the rest of my property is part woodland and part pastures going back to natural habitat. I have never understood the appeal of vast areas of just green grass! Pretty cool that they did that in a city ....local city here took an older gent to court because he planted flowers in that 3 foot bit of property between the curb and the sidewalk. I seem to remember that he died before it all got settled. The flowers are gone and it's just another strip of scruffy curbside grass. The poor man tried to leave a legacy, and it's back to curbside grass. Too sad...  |
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Post by Opus on Nov 11, 2023 4:44:31 GMT
This camera is on 24/7 ... you can backup and see what came visited you arrived Addiction warning !!! BUMP |
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Post by gardengirl1953 on Nov 13, 2023 23:01:57 GMT
This camera is on 24/7 ... you can backup and see what came visited you arrived Addiction warning !!! BUMP It is indeed addictive! Thanks for posting it, I always love to check in on wildlife! |
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Post by gardengirl1953 on Nov 13, 2023 23:08:01 GMT
Oh, I just got to see a herd of big animals, not sure what species, drinking, and there was an unusually marked adult and little one! A mama and baby?
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Post by Opus on Nov 29, 2023 5:05:47 GMT
Found another good one that may need to be scrolled back to see what has been there before "now"
Notes from YouTube Poster:
"Watch the local wild Irish Red Foxes that come to feed, play, and box in my front garden from dusk till dawn. Fox or cat will trigger light They show without fail every night you need patience but you will see them.
Update PLEASE Note I AM TREATING THE FOXES FOR MANGE THEY WILL RECOVER IN TIME THANKS FOR YOUR CONCERN."
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