Acacia Magnets

Imagine a heartwarming scene where a wattle, adorned with vibrant yellow blossoms, beams with a happy smile. Its petals seem to curl upward in joy, forming a cheerful grin that radiates positivity and warmth. Surrounded by lush green foliage, this wattle stands as a beacon of happiness, spreading its infectious smile to all who pass by. Its bright and sunny disposition uplifts spirits and brings a sense of joy to the world, reminding us to find happiness in the simplest of moments.

A pair of Secretarybirds in the early morning mist, grooming after waking up at the top of an acacia tree. The Secretarybird or Secretary Bird ( Sagittarius serpentarius ) is a large, mostly terrestrial bird of prey. It is instantly recognizable having an eagle like body on crane like legs which increases the bird’s height to around 1.3 m,(4 ft) tall. Lake Nakura National Park, Kenya, East Africa. Genus Sagittarius. They are monogamous and mate for life. Canon 500D, Tamron zoom lens. (Featured in A Photographers Craft, & Other Groups.) (1176 at 22 July 2015)

Knifeleaf Wattle Leaves Dark Green

The wattle, with its delicate yet vibrant yellow flowers, exudes the essence of springtime. As the golden blooms sway gently in the breeze, they add a splash of color to the landscape, signaling the arrival of a new season. The wattle's branches, adorned with clusters of tiny flowers, create a captivating display of beauty and charm. With its sweet fragrance filling the air, the wattle invites admirers to pause and appreciate the simple wonders of nature. In full bloom, it serves as a symbol of renewal and hope, inspiring a sense of joy and optimism in all who behold its splendor.

Rothschild's Giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis rothschildi. Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya, East Africa. Feeding on Acacia late afternoon. Living in very few areas of Africa these giraffes are endangered. The population is potentially close to meeting the population threshold for Critically Endangered under criterion C, depending on the number of individuals, if any, that survive in south Sudan. There are only about 700 in the wild. They have similar markings to the Reticulated Giraffe but are characterised by unpatterned legs, which looks like they are wearing knee-high white socks. Canon 500D, zoom lens. (Featured in Amazing Wildlife, Mammals, & Other Groups.) (1436 views at 15 September 2015)

The African continent is made up of plateaus, mountains, ridges and basins with great rivers and depressions in-between. Coastal areas are narrow lowlands.

nkaparinga River Conservation Park. A sample of the flora and Fauna of Onkaparinga River Conservation Park.

This is Hedge Wattle (Acacia Paradoxa) - favoured by early settlers for keeping stock in - and predators out. Hard to see in this photo, but each branch has rows of sharp thorns - nasty! Another from my walk along Mullum Mullum Creek in Victoria

Another from my walk along Mullum Mullum Creek - Black Wattle (Acacia Mearnsii). These flowers - and the foliage - look a lot like Silver Wattle (Acacia Dealbata), which flowers much earlier. The name comes from the tree trunks turning black as they age - not to be confused with Blackwood (Acacia Melanoxylon).

A design featuring a watercolour brushed style mimosa flower. The mimosa flower symbolises hope and resilience, making it a popular choice for a wide range of products, including clothing, home decor, and accessories. The watercolor brushed style adds a touch of elegance and modernity with a hint of botanical charm and a symbol of hope. Perfect gift for March the 8th - Women day. Original design by Blacklinesw9

Giraffe with tree in Kenya / Africa

This is a wattle called Prickly Moses ( Acacia Verticillata). The branches are covered with prickly thorns - so it lives up to its name! Wattles are everywhere in Spring in Victoria - their yellow or creamy flowers really light up the place after the gloom of Winter!

Ink painting of an african giraffe.

One tree stands in the orange sand desert and cracked salt plain, landscape,with a blue sky in Namibia, Africa.

One dead tree still stands in the orange sand desert landscape, with a blue sky in Namibia, Africa.

"Sticky Bunz" original 8x10 oil on wood panel

One bare, black, branched acacia tree standing in the orange sand landscape with purple hills in Namibia. Africa.

Elephants with Tree in Kenya / Africa

Original design inspired by those cute, clever, feisty little critters known as ferrets. Comes in many different products and colors. If you do not see this design in the color you want, contact artist.

Flag of Senegal. Countries in West Africa

A sure sign that Spring is not far away - the Myrtle Wattle (Acacia Myrtifolia) comes into flower - and lights up the forest! Found at Hochkins Ridge Flora Reserve in Croydon North, Victoria, Australia.

Who knows where he'll be when he wakes up...

The national floral emblem of Australia, the Golden Wattle is a glorious sight in Spring. Its proper name is Acacia Pycnantha.

Profile portrait of a Lilac Breasted Roller, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa. The group gets its name from the aerial acrobatics some of these birds perform during courtship or territorial flights. They are monogamous and nest in an unlined hole in a tree or in masonry, and lay 2–4 eggs in the tropics, 3–6 at higher latitudes. The Lilac Breasted Roller is the national bird of Botswana. Canon 500D, Canon 100-400mm lens (Featured in Amazing Wildlife, & Other Groups.)

Macro photo of a beautiful flower of pink silk tree (Albizia julibrissin) sometimes called Mimosa. Wonderful coloured pink and white stamens with green leaves. Bokeh with rainbow of colors from blue to red, orange and yellow.

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Zebra. Plains or Savanna or Common Zebra, Equus quagga, Serengeti National park, Tanzania, East Africa. Zebras are African equids best known for their distinctive black and white stripes. Their stripes come in different patterns unique to each individual. They are generally social animals that live in small harems to large herds. (1612 views at 3 May 2015) Canon 500D, zoom lens. (Featured in a Wilderness Somewhere.)

Title: Whistling Thorn Purple Acacia- Trees encompass so much of the world’s beauty. They are elegant, strong, and each one holds a character of its own. Nature has always been an essential part life, and holds a significant spot in mine. This tree is inspired by the African Acacia Tree, also known as the Whistling Thorn and Thorntree. The Acacia tree has countless meanings and symbols throughout history. It is more known for symbolizing Life and Love. It is also used in Folk medicine and perfume Most of my work pauses, focuses, and appreciates the beautiful small details in life that no one seems to notice anymore. Details sometimes deserve to be reflected upon, as they also have importance throughout life. Trees encompass so muc...

Elephant in Savannah

A walk after the rain produced photos of raindrops on Wattle flowers - very pretty!

Set off on a wild journey with our 'Safari Adventure Graphic'. This piece captures the essence of adventure among iconic wildlife, appealing to explorers and nature lovers who are drawn to the call of the wild.

A photograph taken of acacia thorn silhouette against an African sunset.

Lilac Breasted Roller, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa. (Featured in Pictures with the WOW Factor & The Birds & Others.)The group gets its name from the aerial acrobatics some of these birds perform during courtship or territorial flights. They are monogamous and nest in an unlined hole in a tree or in masonry, and lay 2–4 eggs in the tropics, 3–6 at higher latitudes. The Lilac Breasted Roller is the national bird of Botswana. Canon 500D, Canon 100-400mm lens

Purple Acacia- Trees encompass so much of the world’s beauty. They are elegant, strong, and each one holds a character of its own. Nature has always been an essential part life, and holds a significant spot in mine. This tree is inspired by the African Acacia Tree, also known as the Whistling Thorn and Thorntree. The Acacia tree has countless meanings and symbols throughout history. It is more known for symbolizing Life and Love. It is also used in Folk medicine and perfume

Sun with Giraffes and an Umbrella-Acacia in Kenya / Africa

Penrose tilings are beautiful aperiodic patterns, and I thought they felt perfect for a lone acacia tree watching a fiery sunrise over the African savannah.