I was really excited to see this Snake Bird (Anhinga)
at the water's edge in front of kitchen window a few days ago.
lt's the first one I've seen here.
l dropped everything and rushed to grab my camera
and quietly went outside and got a few shots of it.
Here is one of them, in which strangely,
it seems to have a double twist in its neck.

Sunrise from Barrack Point
The point of land, just mentioned by Hal.

These Falcons are common in our parts.
This fellow was circling above me looking for prey.
Luckily I had my camera at the time.

I think this is known as the Nankeen Night Heron.
I sometimes spot him in the early morning when the tide is
coming in.

The Steamer "Earnslaw" at Queenstown on a mountain lake in New Zealand.
The boat was built in Dunedin over 100 years ago and was brought to the Lake
in sections, where it was assembled.
One of its main functions was and is to supply Sheep Farmers on the mountain side of the lake,
where there are few road links to any towns.

The Earnslaw is also very popular with tourists
and there is a most interesting historical museum on board of the early years
on the lake and showing photos and relics of early paddle steamers
that were used in the 1800's.

The mountains in the background are called "The Remarkables"
and in Winter are very popular with skiers.
Ski lifts operate all year round for sight-seers.

This shot was taken in New Zealand, South Island.
We did a flight over the highest peaks including Mount Cook.
It was a truly wonderful experience.

This cactus flower blooms for one day only.
The little hornet became very clear with cropping.
Hal gave me the idea to create this semi abstract image.
Thank you Hal!

My Daisies are in full flower.
A cheerful way to say Happy New Year to you all.

Happy Christmas to all my friends on TTL.
Can someone identify this little bird please.

I have only sighted this Night Heron after dark or
early in the morning.
For some reason it was at our little lake
at midday having a feast of small bream which was fascinating to watch.
The sea gulls merely looked on!