#swamplands

[tofreezetime]

a quiet place

without time

[thepastelwaifu]

welcome to the swamp! ive watched this beautiful land transform over years. some foliage taking over at times and then everything dying back as the water table rises. it's so breathtaking. i come here to relax and reset.

[savage-kult-of-gorthaur]

BUDDING POWER TRIOS IN THE SUPER-SEVENTIES -- HEAVY SWAMPLAND ROCKERS RISING.

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on so-called "swamp dirge rock unknowns," USA (possibly-maybe Florida) c. 1972. From the @sceneinbetween archives à la Sam Knee. Snaps uploaded on August 5, 2024.

Source: www.picuki.com/media/3427039036814368936.

[villainsimpqueen]

Parluna'vi lore.

Swamp animals #2.

Kiro'ey.

Analysis of Kiro'ey

Description and Physical Features:

- General Appearance: The Kiro'ey, reminiscent of an Earth spoonbill, exhibits a distinctive spoon-shaped beak and a prominent crest extending into its tail feathers. This feature contributes to its unique silhouette, marking it as a visually striking species.

- Coloration: The Kiro'ey's plumage transitions from dull grey at the base to vibrant shades of green, blue, yellow, and teal towards the tips. This gradient not only enhances its visual appeal but likely serves as a means of communication or camouflage, blending with the colorful environment of Pandora’s coastal and swampy areas.

- Beak and Crest: Its beak, colored in oranges and yellows, is adapted for its feeding habits, while the bright green crest may play a role in mating displays or territorial behavior. The beak’s spoon-like shape is ideal for foraging in water, suggesting a specialized diet and feeding strategy.

- Eyes and Feathers: The Kiro'ey possesses two pairs of eyes, which may provide it with an enhanced field of vision, crucial for spotting predators or prey in its often murky aquatic environment. The presence of wispy quills adorned with bilumessian orbs along its head and tail feathers could be a trait related to sensory functions or mating displays.

- Wings and Legs: It has four wings, with the larger, dominant pair positioned above the smaller, recessive wings. This wing configuration might contribute to its aerial maneuverability, enabling it to navigate through dense vegetation or make quick escapes from threats. Its sturdy legs and webbed feet are well-suited for wading and navigating the swampy or coastal terrain.

Habitat and Behavior:

- Habitat: The Kiro'ey is found in coastal regions, brackish waters, and swamplands on Pandora. These habitats offer a rich supply of the small fish, insects, and plants that make up its diet. The species' adaptation to varying water conditions highlights its versatility and ecological niche.

- Feeding: The spoon-shaped beak allows the Kiro'ey to efficiently scoop up its food from the water. This feeding behavior suggests it plays a role in controlling insect populations and distributing plant seeds in its environment.

- Nesting Habits: Kiro'eys exhibit two distinct nesting strategies. They build large nests high in trees to avoid ground-based predators, showcasing their adaptability to arboreal environments. Alternatively, they construct nests from mud and debris on small islands, indicating a preference for isolation or protection from predators in their aquatic habitats.

Ecological and Behavioral Significance:

The Kiro'ey’s unique adaptations—such as its specialized beak, dual sets of eyes, and vibrant plumage—reflect its specialized role within its ecosystem. Its nesting strategies and feeding habits demonstrate a high degree of adaptability, enabling it to thrive in diverse and potentially challenging environments. The presence of such a species underscores the rich biodiversity of Pandora's coastal and swampy regions, contributing to the overall health and balance of these ecosystems.

[swamplandsgame]

Working on the background illustrations for an early demo

[promtlandia-travel-bureau]

Harmony and Max are exploring the Swamplands investigating the strange fluctuations in interdimensional waveforms. They are on edge because of the innate dangers of the swamps, but they were not expecting one thing… a local, Lump!

[tenth-sentence]

Regardless of the need for housing, where is the consideration for the integrity of a drainage system and the wildlife refuge it represents?

"Country: Future Fire, Future Farming" - Bill Gammage and Bruce Pascoe

[whats-in-a-sentence]

Smoke from the burning draconian camp hung over the black swamplands, shielding the companions from the eyes of the strange, evil creatures.

"DragonLance Chronicles: Dragons of Autumn Twilight" - Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman

[sw5w]

Jar Jar Jumps on the Back

STAR WARS EPISODE I: The Phantom Menace 01:57:12

[biggest-gaudiest-patronuses]

k i did it. made a bluesky. NOW what?

[tofreezetime]

the breaking of twigs

the only sound

[thatmexisaurusrex]

Hill Country and Swamplands and Rodeos

Hey, people! This fic is inspired by @moeyoon's art, which you will see down below, or can see in its original post here. I meant for this to be a one-shot, but it's 😂 it's a multichapter fic now. It's very Texas, so I hope that's okay. I hope y'all enjoy it! 🥰

Hill Country and Swamplands and Rodeos

| Pairing: BuckTommy | Rated: M | WC: 17.8K | Chapters: 5/5 |

Summary: Pilot Thomas "Tommy" Kinard hasn't been a ranch hand for seven years. However, a chance meeting with his old coworkers and some new cowboys, especially a certain Evan "Buck" Buckley, seems to be changing his life for the better.

Excerpt:

“Evan!” Tommy. Turned his gaze back to the dirty blonde. And Tommy would say the man was a little sheepish, but it seemed as if something else overcame him once Tommy was looking straight at him again. Excitement? Nervousness? Awe? No. Couldn’t be any of those. Tommy wasn’t the kind of guy who inspired that. “Evan Buckley,” breathed Evan. And. And Tommy forgot that he should be shaking his hand too, right? Not that – not that Evan was offering. But. Tommy took the initiative, extending his own. “Wow. Uh. Big hands,” said Evan, maybe babbled, as he shook Tommy’s hand and looked so expectantly at Tommy. Tommy couldn’t say no to that face. He couldn’t say nothing. “You have a good handshake too, Evan,” offered Tommy, a little distracted by Evan’s adorable smile. The little laugh he was making. Wait. Were they still shaking hands? Was that weird?

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[americanaclassic]

[arimabari]

stinky

[fartemis-crock-a]

anyways--- my father's day funfact is that artemis's dad face times her 4 to 5 times a week and she answers every single time regardless of where she is