Animal lovers around the world are surely saddened today upon hearing the news that the bubble-blowing beluga whale from the Georgia Aquarium was euthanized this morning after a long illness. Gasper is pictured at right being his playful self during a visit in March, 2006. Purchased from a facility in Mexico, Gasper arrived in Atlanta on Oct. 17, 2005. Upon arrival, he was severely underweight and had visible skin lesions. He was later diagnosed with osteomyelitis, an infection of the bone (interactive explanation at AJC.com, registration required). I look forward to seeing the sculpture being developed for the Aquarium’s entry plaza.
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Cuter by the Day
I just love this picture of Sam, and had to post it. It’s part of a series of four images, where he goes from frowning to cackling in the space of ten seconds. Ah, the temperament of a 21-month-old! But he never stays moody for long…
First 2007 Trip to the Zoo
It was a beautiful day (as you can see by the blue skies above), and after yesterday’s drenching rain, we were eager to get some fresh air. And I wanted to fool around with the new camera. So off we headed to Zoo Atlanta. Mei Lan isn’t yet on exhibit (soon, we hear), but Sam enjoyed the flamingos, rhinos, elephants, tigers, orangutans, gorillas, chimps and the like. I took some nice images as well. Click here to see the full gallery.
Happy New Year!
Here’s to a healthy, safe, joyous, prosperous, and all-around great year in 2007. Click here for photos of how the Trotz family spent the evening, hanging with good friends (with a good dose of the bubbly thrown in!).