Do you remember when your body began to change as you transitioned from being a child to an adult?
Perhaps you experienced what people call growing pains.
Look on the bright side.
At least you didn’t have to grow horns.
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I like to capture animal behavior that seems odd to me.
This gorilla doesn’t appear to know the purpose of the nesting materials the zookeepers have provided.
Is this her attempt at making a straw hat?
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With humans, a yawn is likely an indication of being tired or bored.
With tigers, it could also mean they are hungry and deciding if it’s time to look for something tasty.
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Here’s what I thought I heard the elephant saying as I took his photo,
“They treat me well here, but I’m curious what there might be on the other side.
Besides, I view myself as an escape artist and I like a challenge.
I’ve watched a human latch this gate.
I think I can flip the latch and make my escape while he’s not looking.”
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This koala has learned a technique called the “sneaky stretch.”
It involves pretending that you are stretching while you sneak up on something you want.
It’s also a good way to conserve energy.
Instead of using your whole body to get something, you just slowly move one arm.
Try it. It’s fun!
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Danish author, Hans Christian Anderson told the story of a homely little bird born in a barnyard.
The bird suffered abuse from the others until, much to his delight (and their surprise),
he matured into a beautiful swan.
Why do we persist in judging people by their appearance instead of by how they behave?
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The Cecropia caterpillar goes through five stages each lasting approximately a week.
As they mature, their color changes from black to brown to green.
This photo shows a late stage caterpillar.
Now, it’s time for the big change into a moth.
Talk about changes!
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What makes for a regal profile?
Is it a strong jaw line?
Is it a distinguished nose? What
ever it is, I must admit that our lion friend has a more regal profile than I do.
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Think about the people you know.
Do they have one feature that comes to mind when you think of them?
Is it a big nose, a lop-sided smile, unkempt hair, bushy eyebrows, or a square jaw?
Guess what comes to my mind when I think of my friend here?
That’s right, his ears.
To me, he is all ears with some fur attached.
Hmmm, I wonder what comes to his mind when he thinks of me?
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Radi’s friends say he has a pleasing temperament.
That doesn’t mean they can safely invade his territory.
He keeps a close eye on boundaries.
He will respect your boundaries and you would be well-advised to respect his.
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