#Crimean fauna

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Ukraine stamps of 2008. Fauna of the Crimean nature reserve.

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Natalia Poklonskaya appealed to the UN because of the blockage by Kiev of water supply to the Crimea

The Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs Natalya Poklonskaya sent a letter addressed to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet urging to condemn the criminal actions of the Ukrainian authorities, unilaterally cut off the supply of fresh water to the Crimea, and to take measures to resume the supply of Dnieper water in the North Crimean Canal.

The main source of fresh water for the Crimea is the North Crimean Canal, which extends from the Dnieper channel, which provided 85 percent of people’s needs for clean and safe drinking water. However, after the reunification of Crimea with Russia, the water supply through the canal to the republic was completely unilaterally stopped.

“We urge you, Madame High Commissioner, as well as the states that have recognized the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and which are parties to international conventions and agreements for the protection of human rights, to strongly condemn the criminal actions of the Ukrainian side, flagrantly violating international law and directly violating this country’s obligations in the field of rights person, and take comprehensive measures to ensure that all possible ways to restore the functioning of the North Crimean Canal, “the letter says, the text of which is available to RIA Novosti.

The deputy calls on the international community and the UN to take urgent measures aimed at ending the discriminatory policy of the Ukrainian authorities against millions of Crimeans, and Bachelet – to take all possible steps within the mandate entrusted to it by the international community to prevent a repeated water blockade of the peninsula in the future.

“Madame High Commissioner, in the 21st century a flagrant and massive violation of the fundamental rights of Crimean residents takes place in Europe. A UN member state Ukraine has deprived millions of people of a basic and inalienable right to drinking water, creating a real threat to human life and health, as well as to the ecology of this unique parts of southeastern Europe, “the letter says.

Poklonskaya emphasized that Crimea is a unique multinational region of the world, on the territory of which 2.4 million people and 170 nationalities live, including a number of unique autochthonous nationalities, the number of each of which does not exceed two thousand people.

“At the same time, the Ukrainian side is deliberately taking actions that create a threat of humanitarian catastrophe by depriving Crimean residents of the right to water,” the deputy noted.

Poklonskaya emphasized that the Dnieper river flows are international in nature and originate in Russia, where the bulk of the Dnieper basin water flowing into Ukraine is formed. And the canal itself, which is the main source of drinking water for the population of Crimea, was built at the expense of funds and efforts not of Ukraine, but of the entire Soviet Union in the 50s of the last century, when the peninsula was part of the Russian Federation. “In taking anti-humane actions, the Ukrainian authorities pursue a hateful policy and are guided by feelings of revenge against Crimeans who opposed the coup in Kiev in 2014,” the letter said.

According to Poklonskaya, Ukraine’s “criminal overlap” of the canal in 2014 already affected the state of the ecosystem of both the Lower Dnieper and Crimea. As a result of this, there is a dangerous waterlogging and salinization of soils and, as a result, the destruction of many species of flora and fauna of the territories adjacent to the canal, deterioration of the fertile soil layer and quality indicators of the health of the inhabitants of the region.

“Such actions endanger the lives of millions of people and can be equated with repression,” Poklonskaya emphasized.

According to her, Ukraine’s actions not only violate the UN Charter and contradict its goals and principles, but are also directly aimed at the destruction of human rights, which in itself grossly violates article 30 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, article 5 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and article 5 of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. Poklonskaya emphasized that Crimeans expect an early response to the appeal and are ready to provide detailed factual materials.

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Big 11-Foot Hen Found in Europe Would Have Weighed Nearly Half a Tonne

http://tinyurl.com/y5w7r2xg So far as feathered animals go, Pachystruthio dmanisensis was a monster. With an estimated mass of about 450 kilograms (almost half a tonne), it might make a 150-kilogram grownup ostrich – the world’s largest dwelling chook – appear to be a canary.   Larger birds have existed, but it surely’s not a lot its dimension that makes this flightless avian stand out, however the surprising location its stays have been discovered on the northern coast of the Black Sea. When roadwork broke open a cave on the Crimean Peninsula in the summertime of 2018, it proved to be a bonanza for palaeontologists. Among the many pickings that included bones from mammoths, sabre tooth cats, hyenas, horses, and even a small wolf, there was a somewhat odd femur that simply did not belong. Russian Academy of Sciences palaeontologist Nikita Zelenkov initially assumed the fossilised leg bone with its spectacular heft needed to come from a Malagasy elephant bird. “Nevertheless, the construction of the bone unexpectedly instructed a special story,” says Zelenkov. Animals of bizarre dimension – whether or not large beasts like moas and elephant birds, or diminutive humans and elephants – are sometimes the results of the sorts of ecological forces found on islands. In reality, slightly over half a century in the past, a younger biologist named Bristol Foster got here up with a rule describing the adjustments in dimension sure species expertise as they’re confined to the sources of a small house.   With out clear indicators of huge birds evolving on Europe’s mainland, palaeontologists have merely assumed Foster’s rule stood sturdy, protecting all European birds to a boringly common dimension. This new discovery challenges that assumption, making it the primary clear signal {that a} big flightless chook as soon as made a house on historical European soil. The femur itself is roughly the scale anticipated of an elephant chook, however with a barely extra slender look suggesting it was a runner. Additional estimations based mostly on the bone’s proportions put its peak someplace round 3.5 metres (11.5 ft), that means we would image P. dmanisensis as both a tall, slim elephant chook or a somewhat stocky ostrich. “We do not have sufficient information but to say whether or not it was most carefully associated to ostriches or to different birds, however we estimate it weighed about 450 kilograms,” says Zelenkov. “This formidable weight is sort of double the most important moa, 3 times the most important dwelling chook, the widespread ostrich, and almost as a lot as an grownup polar bear.” The crown for largest member of class Aves goes to an extinct species of elephant chook referred to as Vorombe titan, which as soon as roamed the African island of Madagascar earlier than dying out roughly a thousand years in the past.   At a whopping 860 kilograms (1,895 kilos), it might have double the estimated mass of P. dmanisensis. Occurring the combination of animals discovered within the cave, researchers estimate they might have been laid to relaxation someplace between 1.5 and a pair of million years in the past. Homo erectus bones discovered to the east of the Black Sea have been dated to roughly the identical interval, making it greater than possible kin of our ancestors not solely shared the chook’s territory, however might need even hunted it. With people on its tail, to not point out predators together with sabre-tooth cats, wolves, and hyenas, it is not shocking that P. dmanisensis developed right into a sprinter. Discovering a large chook on the European mainland helps us higher perceive not simply the type of fauna people might need encountered as they migrated throughout the panorama, however the surroundings itself. Foster’s rule may nicely clarify the scale of some massive, flightless birds, however to elucidate why emus and ostriches stand so tall, researchers flip as a substitute to the Jarman–Bell Principle. When the going will get powerful, animals flip to powerful meals. And on the subject of squeezing all you’ll be able to from a bunch of low-nutrition, fibrous meals, greater our bodies supply greater benefits.   Utilized to P. dmanisensis, we would think about a drying panorama on the sting of the open steppes, the place historical people and long-toothed predators search a fast and simple meal in a fleet-footed, outsized rooster. Whether or not or not people had a hand in its extinction, it is too exhausting to inform at this stage. Hopefully these will not be the final bones we’ll ever discover of this large chook. This analysis was revealed within the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology.   Source link

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NAINITAL TOURISM

             Dotted with lakes (Nainital Lake, Bhimtal, Naukuchiatal, Khurpatal, Sattal),      Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District'      of India'. The most prominent of the lakes is Naini lake      ringed by hills.      Nainital's unending expense of scenic beauty is nothing short of a romance      with awe-inspiring and pristine Mother nature. Known for its salubrious      climate and scenic beauty, the Nainital town is a popular health resort      and attracts tourists around the year.      Long walks along the charming forest trails in the neighboring woods is      another added attraction in Nainital.  Nainital      is one of the most charismatic hill      stations that India harbors. Nainital District is also called Land      of Greens and Blues because of lush green forests - valleys and      clear blue sky.            Naini Tal Lake forms the nub of the beauty of Nainital. Nainital      Lake is within a perimeter of nearly 2 miles. Girdled by lofty hills      studded with attractive villas and cottages, it is the most frequented tourist      visitation of the hill station.            The exquisiteness of this lake is doubly magnified during the night when      its sparkling waters flirt with the numerous lights hanging on its edges,      and lend it an unbelievably beautiful magical aura.            There are also opportunities for yachting, boating and paddling that makes      it equally enticing during the day. Nainital is 34 Km from Kathgodam, the gateway of Kumaon and the        terminus of North Eastern Railway. It is 304 km from Delhi, capital        of India, and 388 km from Lucknow. According to the District Gazetteer        Nainital is situated at 29 degree 24' north latitude and 79        degree 28' east longitude, in a valley of the Gagar range running        east and west, which is bounded on the north by the peak of China, which        rises to a height of 8.568 feet, continued by the Alma peak (presently        known as Snow-View) and the Sher-Ka-Danda to the eastern extremity, where        the ridge descends almost to the level of the lake. On the west the rugged        hill of Deopatha rises to a height of 7,987 feet, and on the south Ayarpatha        attains an elevation of 7,461 feet diminishing gradually towards the east. While        the intervening portion between these two hills is a mass of rocks piled        up loosely together which goes by the name of Handi Bandi, and is formed        of the transition limestone of Mussoorie. exhibiting every where vast        rents, fissures and boulders of all sizes and shapes.                The eastern boundary is the pass through which the surplus water of the        lake find an exit, forming the principal source of the Ballia river, which        falls into the Gola near Ranibagh. The western end of the valley consists        of a series of gentle undulations formed by the debris of the surrounding        hills.                Thus Nainital is situated at a height of 1939 metres from sea level &        is surrounded by some outstanding peaks and hills.                Height of Nainital above Sea Level is 1939 m - 6362 feet   The        quaint hill station of Nainital in Nainital District is the perfect refuge        for weekend holidayers. Pristine air, panoramic views of the surrounding        hillocks and dense forests, perfect weather and tranquillity.                The unspoilt and tranquil environs of Nainital District command breath-taking,        panoramic views of the lush expanse of the broken hill and himalayan ranges.        Located in the newly born state of Uttarakhand, this "Lake District        of India", with its rich foliage, wildlife and pleasant climate is        undoubtedly one of the best hill stations in the country.                The idyllic hill station has temperatures that range from 0 degrees celcius        to a maximum of 28 degrees celcius. And on most days, the occasional clouds        that pass by you, leave you in awe. Nainital District boasts of several        tourist spots and adventure sports in the vicinity.                Nainital District area is a treasure trove of deciduous flora and fauna        and rich in Oak, Pangar, Akhrot, Hill Pipal, Burus, Angu, Chinar, Hisalu,        Kunj, Kilmora, Surai, Rhododendrons, Deodar, Weeping Willow and Pine trees.        and any other types of trees along with a unique tall grass and flowering        plants. In Nainital District fruit orchards like Apricot, Oranges, Peach,        Pears, Big lemons, Kafal, Strawberry, Banana and Apple and Litchi orchards        that grow mainly in the Ramgarh        and Mukteshwar        belt. Nainital District is also famous for Rhododendrons        flowers.        Nainital        town has the famous lake to which it owes its name. The surface of this        lake has an elevation of 1.935 m above sea level. Maximum length &        breadth being 1,434 m & 463 m. respectively. At one time the water        of the lake was so clear that one could see the reflection of the seven        peaks surrounding the lake.                The nucleus of Nainital’s exquisite beauty is beautiful lake. In the day,        mirrored in its waters stand seven proud hills, dotted with pretty cottages        and villas. This reflection alone holds one spell bound. More beautiful        than this however is the lake at night when the myriads of bulbs from        the hill sides and quite a large number hanging near the lake’s edge stab        their magic light into its waters.        The        depth of this lake is said to range between a maximum 28 metres and a        minimum of 6 metres. Most Important Characteristics of the town Nainital        has some unique features and physical characteristics. By far the greatest        attraction is provided by the lake Naini. Flowing on the base of rising        peaks. Seven hills encircle the Nainital lake which are known as Ayarpata        (2,235 metres); Deopata (2,273 metres); Handi Bandi (2,139        metres); Cheena (2,611 metres); Alma (2,270 metres); Laria        Kanta (2,481 metres) and Sher-ka-Danda (2,217 metres).  Meanings        of the Green Hills Surrounding Nainital                Of these, Ayarpata is so called from Ayar tree (Andromeda        ovalifolia) and Handi Bandi from the echo (or devil's laughter)        which it is said can be heard here. Sher-ka-Danda means the tiger's        ridge and Laria Kanta is said to have been named after        some forgotten goddess. The Alma ridge has been named        after the famous battle of Alma, fought during the Crimean        war. The soldiers who fought in this battle were stationed in Nainital        during 1857. The lake presents a view which lingers in memory. All around        the lake is wide road, the Mall, now known as G. B. Pant Marg, which is        crowded by pedestrian and rickshaw traffic. All this is mirrored up and        brightly reflected in the glittering blue waters of the lake.        Most        Important Characteristics Of The Hillstation - Nainital - The Best Hillstation        of India                In North India the famous hillstations - Nainital        in Uttarakhand Uttaranchal        and Srinagar in Kashmir are comparable as both have        lake and mountain scenery. The two towns are nevertheless different in        morphological structure and setting. While Srinagar has urban core off        the Dal lake, the Nainital has the entire town around it.                For an Indian tourist seeking a summer holiday escape, Nainital assures        easy accessibility to happiness. thats why Nainital is also called        Destination Happiness which has earned Nainital the        reputation of best hill station in India.                        Besides the hill resorts of Mukteshwar, Almora, Ranikhet and Kausani complexes,        proximity to markets of the populous Ganga plain add immensely to the        value of this centres. Nainital's        peripheral tourist zone extends upto MulwaTal to the east where Bhimtal,        Sattal and Naukachiatal have recently developed as tourist        centres. These resorts have grown up as additional recreational grounds        and can provide even to casual visitors holiday activities, canoeing and        yachting. Like other hill resorts, Nainital attracts visitors during summer,        autumn and winter. A slow and steady tourist influx gets going by the        second week of April and this influx gathers moment turn by mid May. The        tourist rush in at its peak during second half of May and all through        June predominantly belonged to the class of princes. aristocrats and business        magnates, but now persons belonging to middle class strata of society        also visit the town during the season in large numbers.          NAINITAL TOURISM: Since 1 9 9 9 - 1000 + Pages - 10,000 + Photos - The Lake District Of India - THE OLDEST

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Peter Ortner photographs 500 bus stops in former Soviet Union

German photographer Peter Ortner has spent seven years documenting 500 bus stops across former Soviet countries, including a triangular pavilion, a winged shelter and several colourful mosaic designs.

Ortner visited seven former-Soviet territories including Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia, The Crimea Peninsula, Ukraine and Moldova to create the Back in the USSR photo series.

Unlike the grey concrete buildings often associated with socialist architecture built throughout the 20th century, Ortner found an eclectic, colourful micro-architecture that emerged on the roadside.

Described as "jewels", the bus stops allowed the architects to experiment free from the pressures of socialist Moscow.

"This under­lines the autonomy of the republics and ostensibly goes against the central­ism of Moscow," said Ortner.

"It seems as if a little free space for architecture opened up here, in the face of all centralistic planning."

Ortner's path from east to west initially followed the Silk Road through central Asia, where he found bus stops decorated with oriental ornamentation and repetitive geometric patterns that reference Islamic design.

In Uzbekistan he found a trio of blue-hued pavilions – one with painted brickwork highlighted by accents of red and yellow, and another with three poles supporting up-turned roofs.

For the third, two walls angle together to form a triangular cover above a pair of benches.

He then branched out in the Caucasus, leading from the Georgian Military Road. Here he found a curved brick shelter topped by a rounded canopy, and a roughly rendered structure with a blue and white striped bench.

Azerbaijan showcases a series of colourful mosaic designs, using tiles in hues of orange, yellow, blue green and red marked to mark out geometric patterns.

In the Armenia spa towns he captured a brick shelter with a pointed winged roof that parts in the centre. Another colourful mosaic shelter has a long window that offers views to the sea behind.

Ortner wanted to document the buildings as a series to compare their differences, and so aimed to use consistent perspectives and illuminations.

But he found a number of obstacles in his way, including the change in backdrop and people using the shelters.

"Owing to the large distances, the dense traffic in some places, and the escalating number of objects, mistakes occurred," said Ortner.

"The light changed on the way from the central Asian steppe to rainy Moldova, along with the fauna and the surrounding landscape," he continued.

"Local police authorities, parking taxis, or waiting people forced a break with the planned perfectibility and demanded improvisation."

Two corrugated-metal structures also feature in the series, including a tubular shelter places on its side and another with a roof made up of six linked volumes painted red underneath.

On the Black Sea coast in the Crimean he spotted an intricately designed shelter with a covered area topped with a temple-like roof, before he meandered on to Ukraine.

Last up was Danube in Moldova, where a stop with a black-and-white mosaic design sits against a backdrop of rolling fields.

Back in the USSR is not the first photography series to investigate the topic of Soviet architecture.

Other examples include BACU's images of buildings in the former Eastern Bloc, Rebecca Litchfield's documentation of monumental structures, Nicolas Grospierre's photographs of modernist architecture across five continents.

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Шустрый крымский скорпион. Мисхорская гавань. A bright Crimean scorpion

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Крым. Ящерица скалолаз на учебном маршруте. Декабрь 12-е. Lizard climber...

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Американский клоп вредитель в Крыму. American bug pest in the Crimea.

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Жук носорог.Ялта Крым. "Мисхорская гавань". Beetle rhinoceros. Yalta Crimea

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Побег крымских скорпионов Папа и сын подросток. Escape of Crimean scorp...

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Крымский сверчок. Мировой сексуальный рекорд установили австралийские св...

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