Happy World Photography Day- I am behind (as usual) in posting and commenting. If I ever catch up, then the there just be a blurp in space time continuum.
Out for a walk today using the lensbabies for my iPhone. This one being the spot focus.
We saw two Javalina (wild boars or pigs) while on the trail. Of course I had put the phone away since I was holding the dog's leash. We heard them first, they weren't quiet, which I believe was to warn us as to their presence. We chose to turn back and let them have the area to themselves. Riley was interested but wasn't being overly assertive either. I was surprised to see them so close to homes. This trail is in a small valley in between the highway and a golf community. I will be just a bit more weary next time I hike there.
As habitats shrink animals like coyotes (in our area) and boars (in yours) have to go somewhere. Why are we so surprised when they start showing up? While I'm not a huge fan of lensbaby, I like the effect it's created here- very dreamy.
Love this image with its abstract feel. We get pigs on our block too - my dog goes crazy ( she's a Staffy) and luckily they have always run away. I must admit I'm afraid of them!
Wild/feral pigs are a major problem in parts of rural Australia too. Didn't know you had to deal with these darned animals. Good to hear you and Riley are OK.
@olivetreeann You are so right about disappearing habitats, I don't blame them at all. I will just be more respectful going forward. It's their area and I am just a visitor. Thank you so much. I don't have too much success with this lens but I keep trying, got lucky here.
@robz Truly appreciative of the fav. My pup might just want to play with them but as she is a rescue from the Navajo reservation, I might be surprised, not willing to take any chances though.
@shesnapped I am too. I will just be more on guard next time I'm on this trail.
@golftragic I've seen them in the Sedona area, about 2000 ft lower than Flagstaff area. I think that they can be a pest there but we are really the interlopers on the trails so, I'll just be more vigilant.
@ingajohansson Thank you, the lenses are a blast.
@jernst1779 Thank you most kindly for the fav.
@samae Thank you a great deal.
@olivetreeann You are so right about disappearing habitats, I don't blame them at all. I will just be more respectful going forward. It's their area and I am just a visitor. Thank you so much. I don't have too much success with this lens but I keep trying, got lucky here.
@robz Truly appreciative of the fav. My pup might just want to play with them but as she is a rescue from the Navajo reservation, I might be surprised, not willing to take any chances though.
@shesnapped I am too. I will just be more on guard next time I'm on this trail.
@golftragic I've seen them in the Sedona area, about 2000 ft lower than Flagstaff area. I think that they can be a pest there but we are really the interlopers on the trails so, I'll just be more vigilant.
as to wild pigs being so close, best be careful
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@blueberry1222 Most grateful, thank you.
@golftragic Run away and FAST- okay maybe walk away without falling down in my case :):)