(Click on the photo to enlarge it.) This photograph was taken in the Rain Forest Exhibit that is at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco. The large “eyespots” on their wings help them avoid predators by resembling owl’s eyes. They are relatively large (2.6 – 7.9 inches) and only fly short distances at a time. They tend to … Read More
A Tropical Frog
(Click on the photo to enlarge it.) This Tropical Frog in the Rainforest is in a display at the California Academy of Sceinces in San Francisco. The photo was taken with a Canon EOS 40D, EF17-40mm f/4L lens, 1/125 sec at f/4, ISO 1000 on SanDisk Extreme IV Digital Film.
Bird Rock and Pebble Beach
(Click on the photo to enlarge.) Bird Rock is a well known landmark on the 17-mile drive in Pebble Beach along California’s Central Coast. As its name implies, many birds find it a comfortable resting place as do many seal lions and seals. (Click on the comment bubble to leave a comment.) The photo was taken with a Canon EOS … Read More
Asilomar Beach 1 Color
(Click on the photo to enlarge.) Peaceful Rocks and Water at Asilomar Beach in Pacific Grove, California. The photo was taken with a Canon EOS 40D, EF17-40mm f/4L lens, f/8, ISO 400 on SanDisk Extreme IV Digital Film. Processed in Photomatix Pro. (Click on the comment bubble to leave a comment.)
The Artistic View of Neck Pumpkins
(Click on the photo to enlarge.) Neck Pumpkins are another variety of pumpkins at the Earthbound Farm’s Farm Stand. Many say it is a favorite for pies, bread and other fall pumpkin recipes. They have a smooth tan skin with a very long neck that is all solid orange flesh. The seeds are only in the rounded cavity at the … Read More