#Eagle Eyed Tiger

[blamhammer]

Feathers by Eagle Eyed Tiger

[its-megidover]

[katewritesthings]

Love Me Like I Can // 1.5

Chapter 1.5 // Media Catch Up.

Previous Chapter.

@DianaMusic: Hello 27.

📸: @bizzyhayes

Liked by ConLew, joeyb_9, and others 

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taylorswift: It’s the queen’s birthday!🔥🔥

jvn: SOOO HOT!

DianaFiana: omg. CONNOR LIKED.

DiUpdates: @DianaFana how DARE he?!?

Wh0D3y: why did Joe like this?

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SONGSTRESS DIANA HAYES PARTIES AMONG STARS.

Singer Diana Hayes celebrated her 27th birthday in style this year. 

The redhead wore a cream-colored blazer covering her dress as she entered with her friend Taylor Swift and her entourage. Pictures posted to the star’s Instagram show off a matching dress she wore underneath.

Celebrating her birthday with friends, this is the first time Diana has been spotted stepping out since her public breakup with Connor Lewis. The star seemed to enjoy herself as she left the party just after midnight, surrounded by Biz and Taylor.

Eagle-eyed fans were quick to point out that the star seemed to have love bites covering her neck. Maybe love is in the air for the star?

Seen entering the party were: Taylor Swift, Wiz Khalifa, Dove Cameron, SZA, and more!

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@ConLew: The most beautiful part is: I wasn’t even looking when I found you tagged @hmaloney 

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Bed.Scroll.Update: uh… read the room dude.

ScrollStans: Cute couple!!!

DianaFiana: does anyone else find this suspicious that he posted this after the pap pictures of Diana leaving her party came out?!??!

ReneeRapp: you werent looking bc you were in a relationship, skeeze.

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Sent via form submission from DeuxMoi

Pseudonyms, please: Tiger pack and their leader.

Subject: Welcome to the Jungle?

Message: Overheard the tiger pack at the bar discussing the reason they’re here. It was heavily hinted that the reason was redheaded. 

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Sent via form submission from DeuxMoi

Pseudonyms, please: no.

Subject: idk?

Message: I work at the Bowery Hotel and saw some of the Bengals at Diana Hayes’ birthday. They were drinking and having fun with the rest of the guests. Joe Burrow did disappear for part of the night, though

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Connor Lewis Posts Intimate Selfies with Hannah Maloney

Connor Lewis, bass player of Boston-based quartet Bedford Scrolls, created a stir online last night as he posted intimate selfies of himself with his girlfriend, Hannah Maloney. The couple made headlines back in October when it was reported that Lewis had cheated on his longtime girlfriend, Diana Hayes, with Maloney. 

Late last night Lewis posted two snapshots on Instagram picturing Maloney topless in a tropical location, which upset fans due to speculation that the photos were taken while Hayes and Lewis were still together. @WeStianaDiana: uhhh, so you can't tell me that’s not the room Diana did a live from last March! THE GALL OF THESE PEOPLE

@TheHighRoad: Can Connor not let her have her birthday? It’s one fucking day.

To add insult to injury, Connor made this post hours into his ex's birthday. To hear more about the drama, be sure to subscribe!

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[nightbunnysong]

synthwave song recommendations?

I HAVE SO MANY

Resonance by Home

Curious Alice by Memorex Memories

Stasis by Eagle Eyed Tiger

Thanks for Listening by Memorex Memories

Los Angeles by The Midnight

WeMoveForward by The Midnight

Point Club by Yoens

Nightdrive With You by Anorak

Gloria by The Midnight

Fantasy Park by College

Equinox by admo

Ocean Drive by Miami Nights 1984

SimpsonWave1995 by FrankJavCee

drifting by Night Tapes

[taintandviolent]

tagged by @garykingz @chaptersleftunwritten!!! thank you both!

put your music library on shuffle, then list the first five songs that come up in a poll to let people vote for which one they like the most!

no pressure tags! @kaiju-superstar @jazz-berry @babygorewhore @starry-eyed-wild-child @am3ricanh0rrorwh0re @xxbimbobunnyxx

[mysteryprincess05]

What Inhabitants's favorite animals?

Golly! I've always loved horses growing up! In fact, when I was a boy, I used to take horse-riding lessons!

Dolphins, definitely! I also adore seahorses as well! They're so cute!

I love bugs of all kind. But if I had to choose one, it would definitely be the ladybug. Not only are they beautiful, but they're harmless to humans and are very useful for the environment.

I love pandas! I just can't get enough of them! And when you see what they look like as cubs? They're pretty much my weakness!

If there is one particular species of bird that I like, it would have to be the bald eagle. Those birds are a beauty and it's a shame that they're endangered.

I will always love cats! No questions asked!

I have a thing for wild cats. Specifically, bengal tigers.

When I was a child, my parents and I would see hedgehogs in our backyard. I honestly thought they were adorable. So I would go for hedgehogs as my favorite animal.

I find monkeys very silly and entertaining! One time, when I was a kid, I went to a zoo with my family and this monkey snatched a bag of candies from an unsuspecting person! I still laugh about it, hehe!

While I'm not a bird fanatic like Sana, I do adore peacocks. Especially since they're so colorful.

Eis: Dalmatians are my favorite animal! Especially since they are associated with the fire department! That said, I am aware of how hyper they are.

Bruce: I used to have a pet bunny when I was a child. That bunny lived a happy life. But bunnies have been my favorite animal since

[madamealtruist]

The cast for my Mortal Kombat high school AU, Mortal Kombat: Skool Days! The artwork for this series will be handled by my amazing friend @laismoura-art, so thank you so much! This project has been a long time coming, so I hope you all enjoy!

STUDENTS FROM EARTHREALM (1ST YEAR)

Xiuying Oniro/Frost, younger cousin of the Oniro Brothers and novice cryomancer (ice). Would never admit it, but she has a huge crush on Cassie.

Cassie Cage, younger sister of Johnny Cage and huge smartass. Social media addict.

Jacqui Briggs, younger sister of Jax and tough as nails techie. Has a dorky crush on Takeda.

Takeda Takahashi, strained younger half-brother of Kenshi and Hanzo’s best friend. Is completely oblivious of Jacqui’s crush on him.

Hanzo Hasashi, “apprentice” of Kuai Liang and unpredictable umbramancer (shadows). For reasons he doesn’t want to explain, he doesn’t trust Bi-Han.

Kung Jin, younger cousin of Kung Lao and talented archer. Openly gay, but doesn’t let the haters drag him down.

STUDENTS FROM EARTHREALM (2ND YEAR)

Tomas Oniro/Smoke, adopted brother of Bi-Han and Kuai Liang and incredibly sneaky typhomancer (smoke, mist and vapors). HUGE dork.

Raiden Watanabe, humble optimist and focused electromancer (lightning). Liu Kang’s teaching assistant.

Fujin Watanabe, Raiden’s twin sister and unpredictable aeromancer (wind). Easily embarrassed by Kung Lao, who she has a dorky crush on.

Kung Lao, eagle-eyed dreamer and owner of a razor-rimmed hat. Too cocky for his own good.

Kurtis Stryker, son of an Earthrealm police chief and loyal friend. Hopes to one day join the police force.

Jaime Kabal, former Black Dragon lackey and speedy smartass. Has a specialized mask and apparatus as an asthma inhaler (he thinks it’s cool).

Erron Black, mysterious loner and owner of the “Big Boot” fighting style. Held back at least twice.

STUDENTS FROM EARTHREALM (3RD YEAR)

Kuai Liang Oniro/Scorpion, second son of the Lin Kuei’s Grandmaster and skilled pyromancer (fire). Has ways of making you get over here.

Bi-Han Oniro/Sub-Zero, first son of the Lin Kuei’s Grandmaster and master cryomancer (ice). Bit too ambitious.

Harumi Shirai, Earthrealm’s first Umgadi student and owner of a supernatural garden. Part of a polycule with Hanzo and Kuai Liang.

Johnny Cage, former child actor and social media star. Ladies man waiting for the perfect girl to fall for him.

Sonya Blade, daughter of a Special Forces commander and Johnny’s crush. Has a strong hatred for Kano and ALWAYS suspects he’s onto something.

Jax Briggs, Sonya’s best friend and moral support. Incredibly defensive and loyal.

Kenshi Takahashi, rebellious son of a Yakuza leader and a blind swordsman. Owner of a magic sword that helps him see.

Sullivan Kano, leader of the Black Dragon and Sonya’s number one target. Particularly repulsive.

Sektor Zheng/Nine-Tee-Nine, son of the Lin Kuei’s Master Armorer and owner of an incredibly strong robotic suit. Hopes to take over the Lin Kuei.

Cyrax Braam/Four-Dee-Four, daughter of a Lin Kuei enforcer and owner of an incredibly fast robotic suit. Weary of her best friend’s actions.

STUDENTS FROM OTHER REALMS (1ST YEAR)

Reiko, adopted son of Shao and newcomer to the sports team, the Wu Shi Tigers. Massive superiority complex.

Aylkra/Skarlet, adopted daughter of Shao and horrific gothic blood mage. Has been known to terrify most newcomers with a single glance.

Dairou/Havik, Seidan cleric and known anarchy fueled troublemaker. Despite his appearance, he’s not completely evil.

STUDENTS FROM OTHER REALMS (2ND YEAR)

Zeffeero/Rain, Mileena and Kitana’s cousin (on Sindel’s side) and talented hydromancer (water). Gifted mage and will not let ANYONE forget it.

Nitara, Vaeternian femme fatale and has a particularly loud shriek. Beyond bitchy.

Ashrah, older sister of Sareena and repentant demon. In a loving relationship with Syzoth.

Sareena, younger sister of Ashrah and a demon attempting to repent. Has an obsessive crush on Bi-Han.

STUDENTS FROM OTHER REALMS (3RD YEAR)

Mileena, older twin of Kitana and heir to Outworld’s throne. Has to take medicine to control her Stage One Tarkat, or risk going feral.

Kitana, younger twin of Mileena and heir to Outworld’s army. Is aware of Raiden’s crush on her, but is waiting for him to act.

Syzoth/Reptile, Zaterran loner and excellent observer. Uses invisibility to avoid bullies.

Goro, Shokan prince and captain of the Wu Shi Tigers. The kind of jock you want to be friends with.

Jade, Umgadi student and best friend of Kitana. Hides her depression behind cheerful optimism.

Tanya, Umgadi student and lover of Mileena. Carries some of Mileena’s Tarkat meds with her at all times, just in case.

Baraka, Daybreaker student and has Stage Two Tarkat. Loyal till the end to those he trusts.

FACULTY

Sindel, current Empress of Outworld and caring to all those under her care. Headmistress.

Liu Kang, fire demigod and infectiously optimistic. New history teacher.

Shao Kahn, general of Outworld’s armies and plays favorites. Gym teacher.

Shang Tsung, pretty shady alchemist and skilled sorcerer. Science teacher.

Quan Chi, mysterious former mortician and Eldritch sorcerer. Science teacher.

Li Mei, Sun Do’s guardian and former leader of the Imperial Police. School resource officer.

Sheeva, Shokan queen and proud soldier. Gym teacher.

Madame Bo, kind old soul with a feisty attitude. Owns the Teahouse on campus.

[astrxlfinale]

"Li~ghter ! "

Look at that ! A wild halovian has appeared, hands on her back and a little too peppy for someone simply wanting to strike up a conversation ; " ~ seeing how you are ... rather technical and whatnot when it comes to motorcycles," she hums as she draws in a little closer, eyes rolling upwards behind fluttering eyelashes.

There's something brewing on the horizon, surely.

But who could suspect anything from those lovely, warm green eyes that settled on him; " ~ will you teach a dove how to embrace her inner asphalt tiger ? I am going to partake in a small commercial shoot and I mi~ght have stated that I know how to make the circle thingies on the ground ... when I , in fact ... d o n o t !" There she goes , adding that lovely smile, blinking up at him.

"I have a purple biker suit for the occasion, if you could be so kind... teach me ?"

Now this was a tone that promised nothing but morbid intrigue and likely plenty of trouble. Thankfully, that very element found itself being a cherished companion for the enthusiast of blazing wheels and molten spirit. The good book in hand would find itself abruptly closed, his thumb wedged in between as a momentary bookmark. "Robin." He returns in kind as a fine greeting, tossing his head in order to rid of those dark bangs from his eyes.

This would offer an eagle eye view towards the doe eyed songstress. In kind, allow her to see the mirth visibly enriching his gaze. "And by chance, would this expertise come to be a lil useful now of all times? What road is out here showing you up?"

Such imagination could only come from someone who has seen beyond the idol. (And whatever bastardized idolizations held in that sphere.) Who he sees if someone who loves to cradle trouble tenderly within her hands. A Halovian who allows her wings to beat with determination to the challenge ahead.

And what a challenge it was, considering how she fooled big business with an instance of bravado.

"Turning wings into fangs. Y'really want to go n' sharpen such a delicate end into a razor edge? Talk about moxie." Lighter dramatically states. In the midst of such a declaration, even his rowdy nature couldn't resist briefly holding his head away, as if struck by hurricane winds.

"And here you were, just a mere letter away from saying what those 'circle-thingies' actually are. We'll make Do-Not any longer, rather, it'll be a prideful ground where Do-Nuts will be like emblems on asphalt." Comes the inevitable answer. Face to face, an idle adjustment ensures those eyes are completely obscured once more.

"Let's go and get'cha dressed up then. A crash course on controlled balance is the new order."

@avaere

[horsesarecreatures]

“This is an original 1960 photo of Bald Eagle and Sam the Flamingo at Hialeah Race Track. Bald Eagle was owned and bred by Captain Harry F. Guggenheim and his Cain Hoy Stable. He was by Nasrullah out of Siama, who was the 1960 Broodmare of the Year, by Tiger, a stakes winning son of Bull Dog. Bald Eagle was a full brother to One-Eyed King, the winner of the 1959 and the 1960 Donn Handicap; and a half brother to: Dead Ahead, the winner of the 1962 Roamer Handicap; and to the unraced Whistle a Tune who produced Batucada, the Mexican Champion Two Year Old Filly; the Mexican Champion Three Year Old Filly and the Two-Time Mexican Horse of the Year. Bald Eagle made 29 starts with 12 wins 5 seconds 4 thirds earning $689,556. At two in 1957 in England, he won the Duke of Edinburgh Stakes. At three in 1958 in England, Bald Eagle won: the Dante Stakes; the Craven Stakes over Nagami, the winner of the 1959 Coronation Cup, and Pinched, the winner of the 1957 Royal Lodge Stakes. He finished third in the St. James's Palace Stakes behind Major Portion and Guersillus. At four in 1959 in the United States, Bald Eagle won: the Suburban Handicap over Talent Show, the winner of the 1959 Boardwalk Handicap, and Plion, the winner of the 1959 Whitney Stakes; the Washington D. C. International Stakes over Midnight Sun, the winner of the 1959 Prix Lupin; and Tudor Era, the winner of the 1959 Hialeah Turf Cup; the Gallant Fox Handicap, while setting a new track record, over Whodunit, the winner of the 1959 Sunset Handicap, and Whitley, the winner of the 1959 Excelsior Handicap; and the Saratoga Handicap over Grey Monarch, the winner of the 1959 Eclipse Handicap, and Amerigo, the winner of the 1957 Coventry Stakes. He finished second: in the Aqueduct Handicap to Hillsdale and ahead of Tick Tock, the winner of the 1957 Sport Page Handicap; and in the Manhattan Handicap to Round Table and ahead of Coloneast, the winner of the 1958 King Philip Handicap. Bald Eagle was third in the Massachusetts Handicap behind Air Pilot and Day Court, the winner of the 1959 Hawthorne Gold Cup Handicap. At five in 1960, he won: the Washington D. C. International Stakes over Harmonizing, the winner of the 1960 Man O’ War Stakes, and Zabeg, the winner of the Russian Derby; the Gulfstream Park Handicap over Amerigo and On-and-On, the winner of the 1959 Ohio Derby, with Sword Dancer finishing fourth; the Metropolitan Handicap, while setting a new track record, over First Landing and Talent Show; the Widener Handicap, while setting a new new track record, over On-and-On and Talent Show with Sword Dancer finishing seventh; the Aqueduct Handicap, while setting a new stakes record, over Intentionally, the 1959 Champion Sprinter, and Warhead. Bald Eagle was second: in the Man o' War Stakes to Harmonizing and ahead of Sword Dancer; and in the McLennan Handicap to On-and-On and ahead of Tudor Era. He was third: in the Jockey Club Gold Cup behind Kelso and Don Poggio, the winner of the 1960 Gallant Fox Handicap; and in the Woodward Stakes behind Sword Dancer and Dotted Swiss, the winner of the 1960 Hollywood Gold Cup Handicap. Bald Eagle was named the 1960 Champion Handicap Horse. He began his stud career in Kentucky and then stood stud in France from 1971 until his death in 1977. At stud his best were: San San: the 1972 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. Too Bald: the winner of the 1986 Bed O’ Roses Handicap and who was the 1986 Broodmare of the Year and the dam of Exceller and top sire Capote. Barely Once: the winner of the 1969 St. Louis Derby”

- Horse racing Legends

[miras-false-pr0phet]

I Paired Songs with Every Single Animal Dance in Animal Jam Classic

This doesn't include the patterned versions, like Snowflake Arctic Wolf, Autumn Coyote, Jamaaliday Deer, etc.

BIG ol' list with song links below!

BY THE WAY: Most of these songs are probably explicit! I was focusing mostly on unique takes, beats/BPM, and just general goodness.

Arabian Horse - FΛSHION (Britney Manson)

Arctic Fox - All Men Are Pigs (Studio Killers)

Arctic Wolf - The Night (Voltaire)

Bunny - Fine (Lemon Demon)

Camel - Animal (*repeat repeat)

Cheetah - 8 now (food house)

Clydesdale Horse - Here Comes the Hotstepper (Ini Kamoze)

Cougar - Imma Be (Black Eyed Peas)

Coyote - Crank It Up (Joey Valence & Brae)

Crocodile - Good Vibrations (Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch)

Deer - Hey Ya! (Outkast)

Direwolf - Rock It For Me (Caravan Palace)

Dolphin - Booty Swing (Parov Stelar)

Eagle - Lay All Your Love On Me (ABBA)

Elephant - Rasputin (Boney M)

Falcon - The Outside (Twenty One Pilots)

Fennec Fox - Let's Groove (Earth, Wind & Fire)

Flamingo - Funkytown (Lipps Inc.)

Fox - Break It Down Again (Tears For Fears)

Giraffe - still feel. (half•alive)

Goat - Get It Right (Left Boy)

Great Horned Owl - Say It Right [Violin] (Joel Sunny)

Horse - Pretty Ugly (Tierra Whack)

Hyena - Genghis Khan (Miike Snow)

Kangaroo - High (Sir Sly)

Koala - Call This # Now (The Garden)

Lemur - Monkey Tree (Mother Mother)

Lion - Talking, Sleeping, Waiting (JHAS)

Llama - Dancin [KRONO Remix] (Aaron Smith)

Lynx - Upside Down (Oliver Tree)

Monkey - Cool City (Danny Elfman)

Moose - Americano (Lady Gaga)

Octopus - Tennis Court (Lorde)

Otter {Land} - Reflections (MisterWives)

Otter {Underwater} - Sharks (Imagine Dragons)

Owl - Lost In The Rhythm (Jamie Berry)

Panda - Bulletproof (La Roux)

Penguin {Land} - Deceptacon (Le Tigre)

Penguin {Underwater} - My Type (Saint Motel)

Pig - Null 2 (Graham Kartna)

Polar Bear {Land} - Boreas (The Oh Hellos)

Polar Bear {Underwater} - Death Is A Girl (Mini Mansions)

Raccoon - Drunk-Dazed (ENHYPEN)

Red Panda - Space Ghost Coast To Coast (Glass Animals)

Rhinoceros - Birthday Suit (Cosmo Sheldrake)

Sabertooth - Demigod (KT Tunstall)

Sea Turtle - 90210 [Acoustic Ver.] (blackbear)

Seal {Land} - Shotgun (George Ezra)

Seal {Underwater} - Shotgun (George Ezra)

Shark - Wriggle [Edit] (Cosmo Sheldrake)

Sheep - Droopy Likes Your Face (C418)

Skunk - The Russian Music Box (Soon Hee Newbold)

Sloth - Burn The House Down (AJR)

Snow Leopard - Circular Road (Heathers)

Tiger - American Money (BØRNS)

Toucan - Riptide [FlicFlac Remix] (Vance Joy)

Wolf - Roll with the Wind (Alexander Rybak)

[sunderbannationalpark]

About Sunderbans National Park

Information About Sunderbans National Park, India

Covering an expanse of approximately 10,000 square kilometers, the Sundarbans forest spans across both India and Bangladesh. India claims around 4,262 square kilometers of this natural marvel, while the rest falls within Bangladesh's territory. Sundarbans National Park occupies the Indian portion, renowned globally for hosting the largest mangrove forest on the planet. This national park is a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife aficionados alike. With its thick mangrove cover, intricate network of river channels, picturesque estuaries, and a thriving population of Royal Bengal Tigers and various other wildlife species, the Sundarbans offers a captivating landscape that beckons visitors from far and wide. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the park possesses a unique allure that draws tourists seeking unparalleled natural beauty and biodiversity experiences.

Located at the southeastern edge of the 24 Paraganas district in West Bengal, India, the Sundarbans National Park derives its name from the Sundari mangrove plant (Heritiera Minor). Situated within the world's largest delta formed by the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, this national park covers an expansive area of approximately 2585 square kilometers, making it India's largest national park and tiger reserve. The Sundarbans region encompasses around 2125 square kilometers of mangrove forest, while the remaining area, spread across 56 islands, is dominated by water bodies, totaling 4262 square kilometers.

Flora in Sundarbans National Park:

The Sundarbans, renowned as the largest mangrove forest globally, boasts the mangrove tree as its flagship species, thriving uniquely in its waterlogged terrain. With remarkable adaptability, these trees endure prolonged inundation by sending up spikes from their roots, aiding respiration and providing structural support to the mangrove ecosystem. Among its diverse array of flora, the Sundarbans is home to the 'Sundari' mangrove, a distinctive variety that dominates the landscape and lends its name to the forest. Encompassing over 300 plant species, the Sundarbans region harbors a rich botanical tapestry.

Fauna in Sundarbans National Park:

The Sundarbans National Park, dominated by the majestic Royal Bengal Tigers, reigns supreme as the apex predator with a population exceeding 400 individuals. These iconic tigers exhibit remarkable swimming prowess in the park's salty waters and are notorious for their occasional predation on humans. While tourists flock to catch a glimpse of these striped wonders, the park harbors a diverse array of fauna that equally captivates wildlife enthusiasts.

In addition to the Bengal Tigers, Sundarbans teems with captivating wildlife such as Fishing Cats, Leopards, Macaques, Wild Boars, Wild Buffaloes, Rhinoceroses, Indian Mongooses, Jungle Cats, Foxes, Flying Foxes, Pangolins, Barking Deer, Spotted Deer, Hog Deer, and Chitals. The park is also home to saltwater crocodiles and various snake species, adding to its rich biodiversity.

Moreover, Sundarbans boasts a vibrant avian population, featuring a kaleidoscope of exotic birds. Among them are Openbill Storks, Black-capped Kingfishers, Black-headed Ibises, Coots, Water Hens, Pheasant-tailed Jacanas, Brahminy Kites, Pariah Kites, Marsh Harriers, Swamp Partridges, Red Junglefowl, Spotted Doves, Common Mynahs, Jungle Crows, Jungle Babblers, Cotton Teals, Herring Gulls, Caspian Terns, Gray Herons, Common Snipes, Wood Sandpipers, Green Pigeons, Rose-ringed Parakeets, Paradise-flycatchers, Cormorants, Grey-headed Fish Eagles, White-bellied Sea Eagles, Seagulls, Common Kingfishers, Peregrine Falcons, Woodpeckers, Whimbrels, Black-tailed Godwits, Little Stints, Eastern Knots, Curlews, Golden Plovers, Northern Pintails, White-eyed Pochards, and Whistling Teals. These avian residents contribute to the park's enchanting atmosphere, making it a paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers alike.

Climate of Sundarbans National Park:

The climate in the Sunderbans forest is generally temperate and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 20 to 48 degrees Celsius. Due to its proximity to the Bay of Bengal, humidity levels are consistently high, averaging around 80%, and heavy rainfall is common. The summer season, lasting from March to May, is characterized by hot and humid weather. Monsoon conditions prevail from mid-May to mid-September, marked by increased humidity and windy conditions. The region frequently experiences storms, particularly in May and October, which can escalate into cyclones. Winter sets in from October to February, bringing colder temperatures to the area.

[aniseinthetemple]

les deux ballerines

When: December 5, 2022 / 7:00 PM Where: the Delphi Dance Academy For @yyinger

The budding dancers filed one by one into the studio, the sprung subfloor rasping amicably beneath stocking feet. (No street shoes on the Marley.) The creak of the hardwood evoked dry kindling popping in a fireplace, and Anise could not help but imagine a flower of flame pirouetting in an open hearth. But instead of the rich smokey smell of a bonfire, the studio was full of the lemony fresh scent of floor polish and Tiger Balm.

Anise introduced herself to her intimate class of seven, acquiring each of their names in turn, and instructed them to slip on their ballet shoes. The unblemished canvas would accumulate evidence of wear over the course of the next six weeks, a badge of their advancement. 

They began with a bouncy stretch to Nina Simone’s My Baby Just Cares For Me. It was the song she always used to warm up. Nina poured all her affection, all her light-hearted joy, all the gaiety of being in love and loved in return, and the result was uncomplicated jubilation. It was a come-as-you-are kind of love melody.

“The main thing,” Anise said as the song concluded. The track switched to Astrud Gilberto’s delicately sexy rendition of The Girl From Ipanema. “is that you let your mind be free of assumptions. While ballet technique can be arbitrary and difficult, at its core, dance is about joy and expression. And there's no point if it's not joyful. Good dancers are good because of their technique. Great dancers are great because of their passion.”

“After all, we're not training for Swan Lake. I'll teach you the fundamentals of ballet, but it is up to you to determine what you want to gain from this class. Ballet is a fantastical world full of magic and enchantment, beauty, and romance. With our bodies, we’re writing poetry. So, for the next six weeks, all I ask is that you write your own poem.”

Anise led her dancers to the barre, guiding them through foot articulations with increasing tempo: one in four counts, one in two counts, and two in one count. They repeated this sequence with the opposite foot. Parallel tendus to the front, three tendu lowers and flexes, two regular tendus. She assisted them into first position, followed by side stretching and a brief balance in relevé. Anise walked along the row of students, adjusting their bodies with eagle-eyed precision and great gentleness. Staccato piano plopped like heavy drops of rain. 

A short break followed. Anise approached one of the dancers in her class, a small, raven-haired young woman with a demeanor that called to mind sunshine and the merry sound of mandolins. Her name was Nuying. Anise remembered because she had introduced herself so blithely. The bright smile with which she’d delivered her name made Anise like her immediately. "Beautiful barre work," Anise said. "Have you taken dance classes before?”