Credit: @moderndaymanifestations

Continuing in the vein of snow leopards being the most extra cats ever, here’s mom Kira being “surprised” by one of her cubs. Sisters Naphisa and Pandora were born at the Stone Zoo on May 6th. Since those videos of big cats “over-reacting” to being pounced by their cubs are so popular, I asked where this behavior comes from - are they really hamming it up, or is it genuine surprise? One of Kira’s zookeepers noted it looks a lot like her normal play behaviors, so there’s a good chance it’s one of her ways of playing with her cubs. Since most play behaviors are crucial to teaching baby animals the skills they’ll need to survive as adults, it makes sense that snow leopard play would include stalking and pouncing! 

Video courtesy of Katie, an educator at Stone Zoo in Stoneham, MA. 

Inktober day 1: ODONATA - Libellula pulchella

I dislike this whole Inktober thing, but it’s a good excuse to draw insects. So I want to do one insect order per day…

Bonus cool fact: Meganeuropsis, an extinct genus from the Permian, was the biggest insect ever recorded. Its wingspan could reach around 71 cm. Griffinflies belong in the superorder Odonatoptera with dragonflies (Order: Odonata).

RWBY Art Challenge Day 8: An Antagonist

Shhhhh I know it’s late…and out of order but I promise I did start it on the right day I just got…sidetracked *sideways glance at Willow *

A modern AU

Ko-fi

Here’s Thor, The Most Beautiful Bengal Cat on the Planet!

We may know Thor, the God of Thunder, as one of the most popular Marvel characters, but it’s time for everyone to meet the Bengal cat with the same name.

The majestic appearance of this cat leaves everyone speechless, and so will you if you take a look at the images below.

Thor has a unique sandy fur and beautiful emerald green eyes, so it’s no wonder that he became a real Internet sensation the moment his photos appeared online.

The combination of mesmerizing eyes and attractive fur pattern makes him look like a true Bengal tiger, only in a small version.

Rani Cucicov is the owner of Thor who says he feels like a servant when his beautiful cat opens his mouth. But, he gets a lot of love in return.

In fact, he describes Thor as an active and lovable cat. One minute you see him climbing on the walls, the next one he goes to bed to sleep.

He likes to play a lot, especially before going to bed.

He loves to be the first to check when someone rings the bell and meows if he likes the person he sees.

What’s more, Rani says his cat has quite a domineering personality, just like a Bengal tiger.

The cat may give all the love and affection to his owners, but he expects to be treated like a king.  What a character!

We can’t unsee his charm, can we?

Gotta Do The Right Thing

A lot of Western countries, in this spirit of cultural supremacy, are still trying to impose abortion [on African countries that don’t want it].

Obianuju Ekeocha, Culture of Life Africa (via eloquence-of-the-light)

I drew human me! (Or at least tried to lol)

I am a bigger girl who loves to wear baggy soft sweaters and leggings when I relax, which I can again now that it’s getting colder ^^ The little necklace is actually an Urn Necklace that has some of the ashes from my dad. I have it with me all the time. I put a nervous look on her cause I am an awkward lady lol Hope you enjoy, and if not that’s ok cause I know I’m a fine lady ^^

Life is not what it’s supposed to be. It’s what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference.

Virginia Satir (via abbywilder-beautifulwords)

Ol’ Gray Beard

Holding my breath,

In hope you’ll return.