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Saturday 26 March 2011

March 26, 2011

This sighting made me wonder whether insects are also subjected to diseases like Albinism.  Although the black version of this little bee is very common,  I have never seen a light golden one with blonde hair. This little chap is about three times smaller than a honey bee.

 Thank you Lord,  for sending us rain after the scorching weather we had over the last weeks.
We had 27mm of rain last night - the water tank is full and I am 'tankfull' that I did not swallow my teeth during the loudest thunderclap that I have ever experienced!
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March 25, 2011

These insects have a 'fold away' appendage that is used like a straw.
I have seen a similar, much smaller one feed on an insect.
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March 24, 2011

A very camera shy spider. Amazing symmetry!
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March 23, 2011

Such a sad face!  Probably asking "Will somebody please turn up the rim of my hat???" 
Only about 5mm in diameter, with just the ends of the antennae protruding
 from under the big 'hat' when viewed from above.
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March 22, 2011

The farm alarm. 
A wake-up call to remind us that the visit has come to an end.
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March 21, 2011

Happy 40th birthday Blackie.  It was wonderful to spend such a special occasion with you and your lovely family.
(This photo is of the heart of a Water Lily. Both Grannies and Great Granny each received a flower from Anagret)
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March 20, 2011

Mufasa - Chief in charge of Security
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March 19, 2011

Swimming and playing games in the farm dam.
One wonders who had more fun - the children, the dogs or the photographer?
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March 18, 2011

Huge Orb Spider with feathery legs on a yellow web
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March 17, 2011

Fun in the farm dam at sunset
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