The foal made several approaches to the stallion before it finally gave up. The stallion seemed aggressive, but didn't hurt it.
Tide pools can show a beautiful array of colours and textures. In this one, the red sea urchin is different from the common kina that New Zealanders often gather to eat. I have never seen this colour before.
Usually seen flying or swimming, pied shags will occasionally walk along the shoreline. They look awkward on foot, but will sometimes walk surprisingly far.
The lower bird is the normal dark colour of this swallow. The upper bird is a rare leucistic variation - nearly all white.
There are so many cats in our neighbourhood that the blackbirds rarely succeed in raising young. This time the nest was safe, and three babies emerged. The parents have re-used the nest - mother is currently sitting again.
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