Challenge FREE SUNDAY July 19, 2015
Jul 19, 2015 06:48:28 #
Last Friday, I was on the beach with my family and noticed a large bird near the waterline that seemed to be in distress. I identified the bird as an immature Northern Gannet and saw that it had a fishhook lodged in its right wing. I called New York Audubon and they put out a call for help on the internet. Before I could return to the beach the call was answered by an on duty firefighter who is the founder of Wildlife In Need Of Rescue and Rehabilitation. He called a firehouse closer to the scene and they sent an engine company to retrieve the bird. The bird is now at the rehab center, the hook has been removed and the bird is being given antibiotics and vitamins. After a few more days of rest, the Gannet is due to be released back to the wild on Monday or Tuesday.
Northern Gannet
Trying his wings
Close up of the hook
Jul 19, 2015 07:04:43 #
judy juul
Loc: Cheshire, Ct.
Irenejb wrote:
Looks like a great place to set up....thanks for hosting yet another Free Sunday RR.....
I went in search of 'Turk's Cap' lilies at a county park....and was not disappointed.....
I went in search of 'Turk's Cap' lilies at a county park....and was not disappointed.....
Gorgeous,Irene!
Jul 19, 2015 07:07:27 #
judy juul
Loc: Cheshire, Ct.
edgorm wrote:
Last Friday, I was on the beach with my family and... (show quote)
What a great story! Kudos to you for your prompt action!! :thumbup: :thumbup:
Pictures are great,too!
Jul 19, 2015 07:09:54 #
judy juul
Loc: Cheshire, Ct.
PAToGraphy wrote:
Also spent a fair amount of time underwater and with this young man...
Nice group,Pat! Like the lighthouse one best! The under waters are also interesting! :thumbup:
Jul 19, 2015 07:10:31 #
judy juul
Loc: Cheshire, Ct.
lhammer43 wrote:
Looks like a great spot. Somebody or something had a fine meal of muscles. Thanks for another free one, Roadrunner.
I visited the Aggie Bonfire Memorial in College station last weekend. There were 12 students killed in the 1999 collapse of the bonfire stack that was in progress of being built. It was a moving tribute.
I visited the Aggie Bonfire Memorial in College station last weekend. There were 12 students killed in the 1999 collapse of the bonfire stack that was in progress of being built. It was a moving tribute.
Lilly shot amazing!
Jul 19, 2015 07:11:44 #
Jul 19, 2015 07:19:18 #
Photos taken yesterday during a birthday party for my granddaughter.
Garden Flower
Enjoying the pool at grandma's
Cousins
Jul 19, 2015 07:21:00 #
Jul 19, 2015 07:22:26 #
PAToGraphy wrote:
Just got back from the community fireworks show. Got lots of shots this time, here are some and pretty much SOC.
Very pretty fireworks display Pat. Love the first one!
Jul 19, 2015 07:25:36 #
edgorm ...the last frame was outstanding on many levels
to dare to be there and take charge is not normal/now, outstanding
Bill
the close/up of the hook is publication
to dare to be there and take charge is not normal/now, outstanding
Bill
the close/up of the hook is publication
Jul 19, 2015 07:26:30 #
PAToGraphy wrote:
Also spent a fair amount of time underwater and with this young man...
Love your underwater shots Pat.....and love your last image of your Grandson....great composition!
Jul 19, 2015 07:28:10 #
lhammer43 wrote:
Looks like a great spot. Somebody or something had a fine meal of muscles. Thanks for another free one, Roadrunner.
I visited the Aggie Bonfire Memorial in College station last weekend. There were 12 students killed in the 1999 collapse of the bonfire stack that was in progress of being built. It was a moving tribute.
I visited the Aggie Bonfire Memorial in College station last weekend. There were 12 students killed in the 1999 collapse of the bonfire stack that was in progress of being built. It was a moving tribute.
Nice set lhammer!
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