Mother Nature can sure be a nasty old girl when it suits her. It doesnt pay to be different from the rest in the world of nature. Thank you for all the magnificent photos of the swans, they are beautiful as are the birds.
Diane

Is this the one that makes those huge holes in the ground that look like a tunnel machine has been around? He is a funny looking bug.TFS
Diane

Hoot shriek laugh etc. You got off lightly didnt you, looks like you still had all your car. I watched bloke use his wipers to move one once and the kea latched on and ripped the blade out of the arm. Ah well bird was cold, it was snowing and yes it was drivers wiper that was wrecked. He certainly wouldnt have thought twice about poking his head inside the car if that was what he wanted to do, they dont come much cheekier than the kea.
Lovely shot
Diane

Magnificent cat and beautiful photo, thank you Pam.
Diane

Best fish tank you can get, the fish are constantly changing too. Very nice.
Diane

They are beautiful flowers, they dont last here as it is just too hot in summer.We can grow most things but plants that last for years in cooler climates will only last one year here. TFS
Diane

Gee I am so glad someone else has date trouble. Only noticed mine is out yesterday.Anyway. I've been an oter fan since I was a kid and this is so lovely, such a busy wee fellow too by the expression in his eyes.Really is sweet.Thank you
Diane

I think subject is cute and congratulations on getting such lively little critter at all.I think Bettys comment is classic example of what this is all about, information was needed and someone was there to provide it,and do it well.Thanks to both of you for the shot and identification.
Diane

Welcome aboard.Personaly I love this shot,its like the cat is peering through a window at you.I left Auckland in 1971 and Kiwi photos are my version of homesick pills.
Diane

Well caught,they are lovely birds, rather cheeky when they get used to being watched.