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Angela Send message Joined: 16 Oct 07 Posts: 13130 Credit: 39,854,104 RAC: 31 |
Thanks Angela, however I was informed that they are probably Echinops Yes, based on the picture you found that is probably correct. This makes me wonder if alliums are closely related to thistles, or if both species of plant evolved that unique form independently. Do we have any paleobotanists lurking out there? |
Angela Send message Joined: 16 Oct 07 Posts: 13130 Credit: 39,854,104 RAC: 31 |
You don't want to try to get close to them. If you are very still, they might come investigate. I was taking pictures of one, and it walked up to me and sniffed my shoe laces. It then wandered off when he discovered they were not food. It has been my experience that skunks are not terribly bright. Also, based on their behavior, they don't seem to see very well but they do seem to get quite a lot of information by smelling things. |
Carlos Send message Joined: 9 Jun 99 Posts: 29848 Credit: 57,275,487 RAC: 157 |
Thanks Angela, however I was informed that they are probably Echinops I have some across the hall from me. What's the question? |
janneseti Send message Joined: 14 Oct 09 Posts: 14106 Credit: 655,366 RAC: 0 |
Thanks Angela, however I was informed that they are probably Echinops No but one who have to cut the lawn:) If the 'flower' sticks to your clothings then its some kind of thistle. If the plant tastes like garlic then is Allium. Smell them and if they smell nice it's not thistles. Thistles and Allium are not related but their flowers looks the same. Here is Thistle yet again. |
Suzie-Q Send message Joined: 9 Mar 07 Posts: 3329 Credit: 4,746,812 RAC: 1 |
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zoom3+1=4 Send message Joined: 30 Nov 03 Posts: 65757 Credit: 55,293,173 RAC: 49 |
This guy is gorgeous! Yeah and that hat rack there can be lethal, since it is a weapon, if they think you're a threat, they could charge, just cause they don't eat meat, doesn't mean they can't also be dangerous too. The T1 Trust, PRR T1 Class 4-4-4-4 #5550, 1 of America's First HST's |
janneseti Send message Joined: 14 Oct 09 Posts: 14106 Credit: 655,366 RAC: 0 |
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janneseti Send message Joined: 14 Oct 09 Posts: 14106 Credit: 655,366 RAC: 0 |
This guy is gorgeous! Hunting season here:) Mostly moose but deers and raindeers as well. This is called a 21-taggare. |
Suzie-Q Send message Joined: 9 Mar 07 Posts: 3329 Credit: 4,746,812 RAC: 1 |
Here's the link to my crow video. I noticed there were a lot of them coming around, so one day I went with peanuts. I'm throwing peanuts to them in this video. Just the crows in this video. Not me. http://youtu.be/fKz_dk_O7rQ?list=UUT1EDetwHBli1IlT8wvhPIw Here's a photo of me with Ronald Raven at the Tower of London in 1990. ~Sue~ |
janneseti Send message Joined: 14 Oct 09 Posts: 14106 Credit: 655,366 RAC: 0 |
Here's the link to my crow video. I noticed there were a lot of Another Crow video:) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCVmN7T5hgc |
Angela Send message Joined: 16 Oct 07 Posts: 13130 Credit: 39,854,104 RAC: 31 |
Thanks Angela, however I was informed that they are probably Echinops Awesome Carlos!!! Ok, please ask your paleobotanist friends the following questions: "Are Alliums closely related to Echinops, or did both of these plant species evolve their unique globe shapes independently?" A follow-up question would be: "What environmental pressure and/or evolutionary advantage might prompt development of a globe-display of tiny flowers?" (My guess regarding the answer to this last question is that a globe-display of tiny flowers might have the potential to maximize pollination in an environment that is low in insect pollinators and/or maximize pollination in an environment with limited potential for wind pollination.) |
Bernie Vine Send message Joined: 26 May 99 Posts: 9954 Credit: 103,452,613 RAC: 328 |
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Julie Send message Joined: 28 Oct 09 Posts: 34053 Credit: 18,883,157 RAC: 18 |
Nice photo Sue! I really wished I could've taken a video of the 2 doves... If I ever experience something like that again, I'll make sure I have images of it now! But then I start thinking of my dog Gonzo RIP, I had a perfect telepathical bond with her, she wasn't a bird, so it wasn't that spectacular but also something worth mentioning. rOZZ Music Pictures |
Carlos Send message Joined: 9 Jun 99 Posts: 29848 Credit: 57,275,487 RAC: 157 |
Thanks Angela, however I was informed that they are probably Echinops Spoke with my Paleo monitor. He is not an expert on flowers will talk to others in his office that are and get back to me. |
Es99 Send message Joined: 23 Aug 05 Posts: 10874 Credit: 350,402 RAC: 0 |
If Purvis is the smallest one then yes. I thouhgt he was honing in on some petting. Sadly the raccoons did not put in an appearance during my visit. I did see the skunks and a possum though...and the delightful cats. One of which has trained Eric to play with her using the laser pointer whenever she wishes. Reality Internet Personality |
Angela Send message Joined: 16 Oct 07 Posts: 13130 Credit: 39,854,104 RAC: 31 |
Sadly the raccoons did not put in an appearance during my visit. I did see the skunks and a possum though...and the delightful cats. One of which has trained Eric to play with her using the laser pointer whenever she wishes. Yes, our cat Eva is smart like a raccoon and it is often difficult to tell who is training whom!!! |
zoom3+1=4 Send message Joined: 30 Nov 03 Posts: 65757 Credit: 55,293,173 RAC: 49 |
Sadly the raccoons did not put in an appearance during my visit. I did see the skunks and a possum though...and the delightful cats. One of which has trained Eric to play with her using the laser pointer whenever she wishes. Are ye sure they aren't trading ideas with each other Angela? The T1 Trust, PRR T1 Class 4-4-4-4 #5550, 1 of America's First HST's |
Angela Send message Joined: 16 Oct 07 Posts: 13130 Credit: 39,854,104 RAC: 31 |
They may be, Vic... they may just be. |
Es99 Send message Joined: 23 Aug 05 Posts: 10874 Credit: 350,402 RAC: 0 |
Sadly the raccoons did not put in an appearance during my visit. I did see the skunks and a possum though...and the delightful cats. One of which has trained Eric to play with her using the laser pointer whenever she wishes. As an outside observer, I'm pretty sure that Eva was in charge. :D Reality Internet Personality |
Es99 Send message Joined: 23 Aug 05 Posts: 10874 Credit: 350,402 RAC: 0 |
You were highly honoured! When I was there they mostly stayed in Eric & Angelas room! They must be getting used to strange seti guests. Eva was quite friendly and I very nearly took her home with me. I don't think she liked Mr.99 trying to pick her up and cuddle her, but she is obviously a forgiving cat as long as you are willing to do your duty with the laser pointer. Reality Internet Personality |
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