Tuesday, May 18, 2021

A week of contrasts

This past week has seen contrasts in climate and terrain:  together with my fellow photographer friend, I've experienced a damp walk on the fringes of the Kuitpo Forest, followed by a glorious sunny but cool day seeking the non-existent Mannum Waterfall (not enough rainfall yet!). 


Prolific funghi growth throughout





The striking Banksia always hold appeal for me, regardless of their state of growth (or decline) 






. . . . and then the contrasting barren scenery around Mannum "waterfall" (pity about the lack of rain - but then South Australia has a reputation of being the driest State in the driest Continent!)














(Too much English blood still running through my veins to enable a good appreciation of this type of surrounding!)  But then - yes, I know one shouldn't begin a sentence with "but" ! - just a few miles on, into the township of Mannum on the banks of the River Murray and there's another change in scenery ......

The Paddle Steamer "Marion" in dock

There was an abundance of Purple Swamp Hens







Was amazed at how such a large, heavy bird (the Pelican) could perch, 
balance and snooze on such a relatively narrow branch!


. . . and a couple of Maned Wood Ducks catching up on gossip!

Joining in the fun at Our World Tuesday


7 comments:

David M. Gascoigne, said...

The banksia looks quite wonderful and I remember so well this distinctly Australian plant, which I enjoyed immensely. That pine plantation looks decidedly odd, however. It would be right at home here in Ontario.

Valerie said...

Thank you for dropping by my blog David. Keep safe.

Fun60 said...

Like the photo of the pelican and your first photo of the colourful fungi. The land looks so dry, it is amazing that anything can survive.

Lady Fi said...

Love the soft autumnal pastels! Fab photos.

diane b said...

I loved the orange carpet of pine needles and the dry landscape.

Kenneth Cole Schneider said...

Those little pools of water in the dry landscape must be life-saving for the wildlife.

diane b said...

The fungi and forests were lovely. I actually like the stark dry shots with the little pools winking in between. The Murray is always beautiful.

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