#cooloola

[llatimeria]

the trundler

[aintquiteright]

Inskip Point Moon and Milky Way by KateWall28

[sewerfight]

Love it when they call animals "monster" in their names. The Gila monster. The Cooloola monster. awesome 👍

[scolop98]

VOTE FOR JERUSALEM CRICKETS IN THE @weirdanimal-tournament

I love Jerusalem Crickets with all my heart and I will not stand to see them eliminated in the first round by a fish, even if I think fish are lowkey eldritch creatures. Ever heard of the Giant Wētā of New Zealand? Jerusalem crickets (not from Jerusalem, also not a real cricket) are basically those but in the American southwest and not quite as big. According to Wikipedia, they’re also found in Sri Lanka and Indonesia for some reason.

Unlike basically every other Orthopteran (the grasshopper/cricket/Katydid order of insects), they don’t use their wings to call to each other - they drum their abdomens on the ground instead. They’re also omnivores that readily eat other insects, which feels weird for an orthopteran (and even if that’s not actually that weird for an orthopteran, it *feels* weird, and sometimes that’s what matters). I’m pretty sure that all species are flightless and most lack wings, and they’re also not good at jumping, which immediately makes it a Weird Orthopteran™️

And while I do admit that pufferfish have freaky teeth and a mind-boggling skeleton, for me it’s the principle of the matter. Jeruselum crickets stand in for a whole array of weird-ass orthopterans in the superfamily Stenopalmatoidea: giant wētā, tusked wētā, parktown prawns, cooloola monsters, tree wētā, king crickets, and leaf-rolling crickets (which apparently produce silk from their mouths), all relatives of the humble Jerusalem cricket.

Pufferfish may be objectively weird, and their relatives may be equally weird, but I believe that obscurity often plays a huge factor in the perceived weirdness of an animal. Pufferfish, boxfish, triggerfish, and mola mola are decently well-known if not famous sea creatures, while Jerusalem crickets and most of their relatives are far from mainstream at best and often incredibly obscure.

A vote for the Jerusalem cricket isn’t just a vote for the best arthropod to bear the name Potato Bug; it’s a vote for all of the large, chunky, usually flightless, and criminally underrated quasi-wetas of the world

Also, I think they’re adorable. How can you say no to that face? Do it for him. Vote jeruselum cricket

[psalm22-6]

I found that Brisbane's The Daily Mail used to hold weekly and monthly essay contests (with two divisions: seniors ages 16-21, and juniors for those under 16.) Books were awarded as prizes. The monthly contest had a theme, and the weekly contests were open-topic. Essays had to be under 750 words. In the first week of April 1926 the senior winner was Ailsa R. Dawson, writing on the subject "My Favourite Character."

My favourite character in fiction is Jean Valjean, the hero of Hugo's "Les Miserables." I have chosen him as my favourite character for several reasons. Jean Valjean is a convict who has been released from imprisonment. He is possessed of extraordinary strength, and his face bears the mark of his long, cruel imprisonment. Shunned as a wild beast by all with whom he comes in contact, his heart is embittered and his feelings towards his fellow-creatures warped and hardened. He is taken in by a godly old priest, who teaches him a little of the Lord's gospel — love. Later, to escape from his persecutor, Jarvis [sic], who dogs his footsteps relentlessly, he disguises himself as a priest. Father Madeline, as Valjean is now called, tries to atone for his life of sin and wretchedness, but Jarvis, finding out who ho really is, has him imprisoned again. Valjean, however, manages to escape, and is officially "dead," drowned, as they thought, in his attempt to get away. He returns to his old parish but again Jarvis finds him out. With the terrible fear of the galleys hanging over him, Valjean flees for safety to Paris, taking with him Cosette, the illegitimate daughter of a woman who has suffered cruelly for her child. After many narrow escapes from capture, he and Cosette find refuge in a convent. At last, when Valjean has his enemy's life in his hands, he lets him go unharmed. Even when spurned by Cosette's husband, he takes it as his lot, and then, at the end, begs only to be laid in a quiet, unnamed grave. My first reason for choosing Jean Valjean is that the story deals with customs and people of the middle ages. For me the middle ages hold a fascination that no other period of history offers. Again, Valjean's character attracts my interest more than any other man or woman I have read of. His life, haunted by the awful fear of capture and imprisonment, without rest from pursuit, never fails to make me cry when I read "Les Miserables." What depths there were in Valjean's character! What love, what pity, and what mercy! Have we anywhere a finer example of "Love thine enemies" than the time when Valjean held his tormentor's life in his hand. What a struggle he must have had between hate and mercy as Jarvis faced him! Never could be revenge more sweet. His life-long enemy and pursuer at his mercy! One instant and forever the shadow of capture would be removed from his path. But love triumphed, and Valjean returned good for evil. I admire Jean Valjean for his intense love for Cosette. He lavished all his starved affection on her, and though, towards the end of his life, she seemed to shun him, his love never wavered. Oh, that more of us loved as Valjean! For these reasons, then, I have chosen Jean Valjean as my favourite character in fiction, but no words can tell how deeply my feelings are stirred when I read that wonderful history of this remarkable man.

In the 70s an Ailsa R. Dawson wrote a book on the Cooloola region in Australia

[dailylighthouse]

Double Island Point Lighthouse

Cooloola, Queensland, Australia

Source: Wikimedia Commons

Constructed: 1884

Automated: 1992

Have a favorite lighthouse? Curious about lighthouses in general? Send an ask!

[elitepoolinspections]

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[orbesargentina]

Los delfines traen regalos a los humanos durante la cuarentena, en la costa australiana de Cooloola https://bit.ly/48Wl4Pv

[ghostlycreatorconnoisseur]

The Great Sandy National Park

Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of The Jewel of Queensland - The Great Sandy National Park, a breathtaking coastal paradise that showcases the best of Australia's diverse ecosystems. Spanning across vast stretches of sandy beaches, lush rainforests, and pristine dunes, this spectacular national park is a haven for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and those seeking solace in the beauty of the outdoors.

Explore the towering sand dunes of the Cooloola section, where vibrant wildflowers bloom and crystal-clear lakes glisten under the sunshine. Traverse the enchanting rainforest trails of the Noosa section, where ancient trees provide a canopy for a diverse array of flora and fauna. Discover the coastal wonders of Teewah and Rainbow Beach, where azure waters meet golden sands in a mesmerizing display of natural beauty.

Embark on scenic drives, bushwalks, kayaking adventures, or simply relax on the pristine beaches while listening to the soothing sounds of the waves. Marvel at the rich biodiversity of the park, which is home to an array of wildlife including kangaroos, dolphins, and seabirds. Whether you seek adventure, relaxation, or a deep connection with nature, The Great Sandy National Park offers an unforgettable experience that will leave you in awe of Queensland's natural treasures.

[caseyripperphoto]

Beach missions with Sam.

Nikon F5 - Kodak Colorplus 200.

[slipawaytravel]

Beautiful tea-coloured waters and white sandy beaches of one of Cooloola’s hidden lakes 🥰 #slipawaytravel #travel #poonalake #teatreelake #qld #beauty #cooloola #relaxing #swimming #holidayherethisyear (at Poona Lake) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJxm0-jhpmf/?igshid=1qmm9iz951idt

[onenicebugperday]

please consider: cooloola monsters

I have considered them! They are extremely good. For those who do not know, cooloola monsters are a species of orthopteran related to grasshoppers, crickets, and katydids. They’re weird so they’re in their own family, Cooloolidae. They live in Australia! Here’s one to admire:

Precious :)) Photo by CSIRO

[sunlit-music]

[nicrwilson]

Rainbow Beach (16.09.20)

By Nic Wilson

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[aintquiteright]

Inskip Point Moon and Milky Way by KateWall28

[vedajuno]

humans decided that exactly one animal was allowed to have the word “monster” in it’s name and then immediately said it should definitely be this one