The Traffic cop! by Meisiekind
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Description
This old boy was standing in the middle of the road and couldn't be bothered that we had to get to the camp on time. He was just staring into the distance thinking of his youth I imagine. The age of a giraffe can be determined by the colour of their spots. The darker the spots, the older they are. This one is very old! If you look closely, you will also see calluses on his neck. The males fight by hitting each other with their necks. They also rub their necks against Acacia (thorn) trees all the time to get rid of ticks and other parasites! Graceful old boy though! This image was also taken in the Kruger National Park in South Africa.
Thank you for stopping by.
Hugs, Carin xx
Comments (38)
LOL getting the e bot and not seeing the thumb, I got all set to see a SA police officer, great shot Carin, and a crafty title :)
Ronnie - but this is a SA police officer!!! :)
Oh great title, he looks determined that he will move when HE is ready to. I love these shots Carin, can't wait to see what you upload next. Super!
superb capture my friend, i always found giraffes to be interesting looking yet cute, last one i seen was in the NC zoo many years ago, they are cool animals.
'n Wildtuin robot! :P Definite pensive mood displayed by the animal, great profile capture Carin, and humorous.
oh wow- right in the middle of the ROAD!!! hehe hey, i wouldnt mind being stopped by that guy thats for sure he is a beauty !!!oh how i love giraffes so lucky to see one in the wild= beautifully captured!!!
Now an Elephant blocking the road yes, but a Giraffe where does he get off? Great capture Carin with a fun ellement as well, I envy you driving along and don't know what animal you will see next, then as you turn the bend a giraffe blocks your path. Awesome. Superb work. Bravo!!!!!
WOW wonderful!!!
Wonderful catch!!!!! interesting facts about the spots too!!
Wonderful photo!
Oh Carin ... I do really enjoy these little peeks into your wonderful world. Thank you for sharing so generously Hugs Mike xx
Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Excellent capture Carin.
ohhh hes beautiful !
Cool, I'd stop!
amazing shot. what a handsome figure. nice border work
Is there a problem, officer? Another fine profile capture of one of the many magnificent animals that inhabit the South African veldt, Carin! Incidentally, in case you didn't know it, giraffes have no vocal chords.
Jeez, what a site. I hope to God I get to SA some day, with you and Piet as my guide! :)))
Wonderful photo.
Fabulous shot ;)
I can't imagine being able to see these lovely creatures in their own world. Thanks for sharing with us!
Wonderful capture Carin.
I can see the age in the shape of the head and the set of the face. He is a proud one, isn't he? I wouldn't argue with a traffic cop that had legs this long...! Fabulous shot.
Wonderful shot!
Great photograph! He was undoubtedly informed about you: A great photographer drops by.
That's really a big obstruction on the road. Excellent shot, looks impressive!
as long as he is that big and that beautiful, he can stop whoever he likes, especially if i have my camera with me.
Great photograph; there is regal dignity in it...the giraffe himself possesses it, but your image is wonderfully seen and presented! Beautiful image!
The have the right idea of time, do they not? Far less stressed this way. Well done, Carin! Cheers, Clive.
Great, and beautiful, wonderful shot!!