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Post by graemek on Oct 8, 2007 1:08:19 GMT
Hi everyone, We took our little Rachel (younger son's 5 year old girl) to Sydney's Taronga Park Zoo last Thursday & of course my camera was with me. Since Taronga Park occupies high ground overlooking Sydney Harbour it is very scenic of itself & even if some of the animals are similar to London's Zoo, the backdrops won't be. So, here goes....enjoy....Graeme.... Rachel with "pet " giraffe who she named 'Natasha' immediately. And Marianne loaded with supplies. |
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Post by graemek on Oct 8, 2007 1:56:37 GMT
It did not take us long to get to the Meerkats. Once there how can you leave?? I think that's what this little guy was saying. I listened around the other people nearby & I lost count the number of times the word "cute" was used.   |
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Post by Joe on Oct 8, 2007 4:09:00 GMT
Hi Graeme (and Marianne)... Great photos of the Sydney skyline as seen from the zoo. I like the pic of the meerkat. Little Rachel may have wanted to trade in her cuddly giraffe after she spotted the little guy  I'll have some photos later today...I was at a marathon and Woodstock on Sunday  Cheers, Joe |
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Post by graemek on Oct 20, 2007 0:08:23 GMT
Giraffes NOT in their natural habitat....Coathanger in its natural habitat. Rachel looking after Natasha. Graeme
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Post by graemek on Oct 20, 2007 0:10:24 GMT
Zebras are a beautiful animal & don't look dangerous do they? The croc here does look dangerous tho. I was told a couple of years ago that the 2 animals accounting for the most human lives per year on the African Continent were:
Zebras & Hippos
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Post by graemek on Oct 20, 2007 0:18:51 GMT
Variations of this view greet you as you walk around from one animal space to the other. The suspension bridge towers visible in the centre belong to the ANZAC Bridge. The other Sydney Icons I don't need to mention.  Graeme PS Just in case : ANZAC stands for Australian NZ Army Corps & has been used since WW1
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Post by Mark on Oct 20, 2007 15:35:47 GMT
Hi Graeme What absolutely supurb photos They really make me want to visit Sydney - it looks wonderful. Some of the views, particularly the one with the opera house in the background are stunning. Your little grandaughter, Rachel, is just so sweet - I love the pic of her with her cuddly giraffe  Thanks for sharing Best wishes Mark |
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Post by thomas on Oct 20, 2007 16:03:40 GMT
Hi Graeme and Marianne! Looks like you all had a great day at the zoo. So many animals to discover for Rachel. I love the meerkat picture. We have some in a zoo not far away from my home and they are so funny to watch. i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gifThomas |
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Post by graemek on Oct 28, 2007 6:50:15 GMT
Thanks Mark & Thomas, We did have a lovely day. This Canadian seal was being demonstrated by his (very nice) keeper. The point was that seals don't need masses of teeth as they swallow their fish whole. What a lovely animal. Graeme  |
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Post by roger on Oct 28, 2007 16:47:57 GMT
What a lovely animal. That's what I call a seal of approval!  Roger |
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Post by graemek on Dec 28, 2007 6:22:03 GMT
Beauty (Rachel) & Age (me)  I loves ya mum
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Post by graemek on Dec 28, 2007 6:23:59 GMT
Son & Mum Portrait of Kodiak Bear  Enjoy.....Graeme
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