I seem to have an affinity for Japanese Gardens. Landscaped with rich greenery and dotted with stone and bronze sculptures not to mention the ponds in them, these gardens seem…
Category: Fauna and Flora
Amusing trees of the Bhadra wilderness
The animals are the biggest attractions of a wildlife sanctuary. However, my visit to Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka, had a spread of unusual ‘tree sightings’ to show me. Interesting>>
Our World | Weeping Cherry Tree
Spring is almost synonymous with flowers. Ever since I got to see Cherry Blossoms at the Japanese Tea Garden in San Francisco, it’s what comes to mind first when the…
Catching the light: A sun-kissed rose
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Glimpses: Oregon Zoo
Every Zoo has them Giraffes, Tigers and Lions. However there is usually something to set each one apart from the rest. Some zoos stand out because they have animals from…
A hike into Elephant Seal territory
If Winter has passed it means breeding season is done and it is time for molting. Spring and Summer months mean a good time to visit Elephant Seal habitat because…
A Tulip Fest or a visual feast?
Fields of Poppies — A feast for human eyes. (Pictures from the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, Oregon.)
Our World: Tulip Time
If it is April and you find yourself in Oregon or Washington — remember it is time for Tulips — you might want to treat yourself to this gorgeous sight:…
Now that the spring is in the air…
Now that the spring is in the air, Vasona Park in Los Gatos – California is a place to visit if you love wildflowers and if you live in or…
The Lone Cypress
Called the Lone Cypress, this tree is believed to have survived in its rocky environs for over 250 years. This tree can be seen when you go on the 17…