All of my isolated subjects for Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge are animals or birds, as these are my favourite subjects to photograph. I thought I’d do this post as a sort of fashion parade.
First up we have the gorgeous Tricolored Heron looking very swish and dapper, with blue beak makeup and wearing pink stockings. The outfit is topped off with a white feather fascinator.
Next up is the dashing Grandpa Igasho, wearing bright orange hose to match his stunning fiery mohawk. Note the wonderful and very tough keratin jacket which is made from actual lizard scales.
Peli pelican, showing off his handsome profile, poses amongst the flattering green foliage. His splendid gray- brown and white feather ensemble tones really well with his spectacularly large orange and gold-tinged beak.
Here we have the stunning Great Egret attired in a dazzling snow-white feather suit, with black tights and fashionable yellow footwear, chosen especially to match his eyes, beak and face make-up.
Majestic Woody wood stork could be called ‘cute’ in the old dictionary meaning of the word, which is “ugly but interesting”. He could well be the poster boy for ‘skinheads of the wild’ and his attire, although somewhat on the grungy side, would appeal to those of his fans who wish to look unusual and not too polished.
Last but by no means least, is the elegant and long-legged Miss Rosy spoonbill, flaunting her striking, bright pink plumage. The rather large and somewhat bizarre-looking built-in spatula at the end of her beak, whilst not exactly attractive on a young lady, is a great asset when it comes to mealtimes.
I hope you’ve enjoyed my solitary subjects found here in Florida. I wish you all a happy and relaxing weekend. I will be busy packing for our trip to South Africa.
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These are simply some of the best photos. You really have some beauties here. Thank you and what an amazing adventure you are packing for! Have all the fun possible and look forward to seeing the photos. All my best.
Thanks, JoHanna. This is an old post and we did have a fantastic holiday. 🙂
🙂 This brought on a big smile. Especially the actual lizard wear. 😀
Thanks so much for your lovely comment. 😘
Beautiful shots!
Thanks so much, Patti. 🙂
wow, the excellent adventure of Sylvia.. these are awesome
Thanks, Kathy. Leaving them behind for a few weeks as we head to South Africa. I hope they behave whilst I’m away. 😃
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Oh how nice another visit to your homeland… I look forward to those photos. Be safe.
I liked the photo of Miss Rosy s
Spoonbill. Her pink coloring makes me think of cotton candy, Sylvia. 🙂 The other ones in your menagerie are always very unique poses, as if they know you are taking a picture of them.
Thanks so much, Robin. I like to think that they were giving me their best shot. 😃
It does seem they like to “preen” especially the iguanas and birds. Sammy usually seems preoccupied. Lol
This is really a fun fashion parade, Sylvia! Have a wonderful Mother’s Day xxx
Thanks, Dianne. Yes, I love to see them parading past here. They are all Super Models. 🙂 xx
The stunning Mr Great Egret wins for sheer elegance, however he’s a bit of a dandy and I’m not sure that’s a good thing for a gentleman.
Haha Yes, I have to agree with you. Yellow footwear isn’t usually a good look for a male, although the egret seems to pull it off with aplomb. 🙂
Thank you for the front row seats to the fashion parade!
You’re so welcome, Marina. So happy you enjoyed. 🙂
Grandpa Igasho’s fiery mohawk wins hands down. Tricoloured Heron’s feather fascinator (had to Google the word!) Is a close second 🙂 Happy weekend Sylvia. Enjoy your time in South Africa.
Thanks so much for your lovely comment, Madhu. So happy to see you again. xx
Happy to be back Sylvia 🙂
A Spoonbill as well! Never realised you have this bird there as well. Lucky you, and a very nice capture, especially with the shadow.
Thanks, Ark. We don’t often see the spoonbill, but one of my friends just up the road told me thatt she has five of them in her lake. I’m very envious. 🙂
Five ! Wow! And I go nuts when the Heron turns up twice a year!
These photos are fabulous. I love them all.
Beautiful pictures, have a great weekend!
A lovely set of photographs nicely captioned
Wonderful photos. I do love Grandpa Igasho’s beautiful colours.
The last photo is my fave although they’re all lovely.
I love all of these, Sylvia, but had a good laugh at the contrast between the elegant birds and the very different lizard. Not that he’s not handsome and flashy, but… 🙂 Safe and enjoyable travels.
janet
You have shared such beautiful photos with us today. And I enjoyed reading the commentary 🙂
Enjoy your trip to South Africa.
Love your solitary…and well groomed subjects, Sylvia! They must have successfully completed the ‘mix and match your colors’ course. Love the grandpa in particular, completely my style 🙂
Thanks, Helen. Now you have me wondering whether you have an orange mohawk all of a sudden. 🙂
And now you have me laughing 🙂
They are well isolated and they are so cute! Great captures of these animal friends!
Thanks so much, YC, They perform at their best when they have the spotlight all to themselves. 🙂
Such elegant models.
Glad you think so, Anabel. 🙂
A marvelous collection S-Enjoy your Mother’s Day Weekend. Safe travels back to South Africa! x
Thanks so much, Cheryl. Hope you have a great Mothers’ Day too. Are you cooking or being taken out? xx
We are in the Georgia Mountains for the weekend-Going to eat out in Atlanta at a new Restaurant that recently opened-Yay!!! xx
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A beautiful collection of wildlife photos! I love the roseate spoonbill. I’ve never seen one before.
Thanks so much, Lavinia. I don’t often see one around here but there are a few in the nature reserve down the road.
Fun share!
Thanks, Nancy. Glad you enjoyed. 🙂
beautiful Sylvia! Have a great weekend!
Thanks so much, Lisa. xx
These are fantastic shots, Sylvia! Thank you for sharing them with us.
Thanks so much for your lovely comment, Jill. The models were very cooperative. 🙂 xx
What a wonderful collection of nature’s characters around you Sylvia 😎
Thanks, Val. I love seeing them on a daily basis. 🙂
These birds are naturals when it comes to flaunting their stuff down the fashion runway! Loved the show!
Enjoy South Africa…lucky duck, you!
Thanks so much, Laura. They certainly do it with panache. Glad you enjoyed the show.
That was great fun to read. Very creative idea!
Thank you so much. I’m happy you enjoyed it. 🙂
Oh Sylvia, I really enjoyed scrolling down your photos this week. Have a wonderful weekend.
Thanks so much, Cee. 🙂
Gorgeous collection of special birds
Thanks so much, Marylou. 🙂
Enchanted by the list of these very handsome characters , while sending you my “Happy Weekend” , I add my best wishes for the new trip to South Africa ……
(A bit envious , must say…)
You’ll bring back photos , won’t you….?
Big hugs, Sylvia…..,
Anna
Thanks so much, Anna. I’m sure I’ll come back with photos, and maybe do some posts from there. 🙂 xx
Outstanding animal photography. Lovely poses… enjoyed the fashion show! 🙂
Thanks so much for your visit and lovely comment, Iris. 🙂
Have a lovely weekend! You’re very welcome. 🙂
Ah..showcasing your frequent visitors heh! ☺️
Well, they do like the attention. 🙂
That they do and they pose so well for it too lol