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Gregory Rothman
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I take pics -occasionally artistic. Atheist. Doctorate in Armchair Biology & working on one in Law.
Terminally Diagnosed w/ Wanderlust & Curiosity. Working on being a better person, … not always successful. Tap photos for further descriptions.
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This is a fake report spread by Russia to destabilize US/Ukrainian relations. A quick google search will confirm this.
January 18, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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There once was a sailor named Nick,
Who read Melville late and quite quick.
Once the whale had appeared,
All the crew loudly cheered,
“That whale’s a Gigantic White Dick”
#Dominica. #Stunday #EastcoatKin #UnderwaterPhotography #Wildlife #oceanlife #PhotographersUnited #ArtYear #ImageAndVerse
In clear, deep-blue ocean water, five massive sperm whales swim close together in a gentle spiral formation. Their bodies are long and dark gray, with mottled scars and lighter patches that catch the filtered sunlight. The whales are oriented diagonally across the frame, their large, squared heads prominent and their narrow lower jaws barely visible. One whale curves downward, its tail fluke arcing gracefully. Above them, near the surface, a single human freediver swims horizontally, small by comparison, emphasizing the whales’ enormous size. The scene feels calm and intimate, as if the animals are quietly socializing beneath the open sea off the coast of Dominica. Photo Credit ©Gregory Rothman 2026 ————————— Sperm whales are the largest toothed predators on Earth, reaching lengths of up to 60 feet and weights over 50 tons. Their huge square heads contain the spermaceti organ, which plays a role in sound production and echolocation. They produce the loudest known sounds made by any animal, with clicks exceeding 230 decibels. Sperm whales can dive more than 3,000 feet and stay underwater for over an hour while hunting squid. They live in complex social groups, especially females and calves, which communicate using distinct click patterns called codas. Dominica is one of the few places in the world where sperm whales can be observed year-round due to deep offshore waters close to land.
January 18, 2026 at 4:46 PM
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Well said and I fully concur. In particular, I appreciate your description of him as a “pustule.” Other words that I have chosen are too pedestrian and slightly off mark. Pustule - perfection.
January 17, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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For #smallbirdSaturday #AntilleanHummingbird taken in Dominica. Nicknamed “Fou Fou” which translates to Crazy Crazy. They are extremely territorial and seem to be in constant chase.
#EastCoastKin #BirdsOfBluesky #Birds #Wildlife #GreenSat #ColorADay
A tiny hummingbird perches on a thin branch in a tropical forest. Its body appears deep black in the shade, with a slender straight bill pointing forward. Rising from the top of its head is a narrow, upright crest that gleams turquoise, green, and blue, like a small mohawk. The bird sits alert and upright. Soft green leaves blur in the background, suggesting dense vegetation. Species and behavior: Antillean crested hummingbird (Orthorhyncus cristatus) This is a male Antillean crested hummingbird, native to the Caribbean. Males are instantly recognizable by their tall iridescent crest; females lack it entirely. The crest is erectile. It can lie flat and nearly disappear, then rise dramatically during courtship or territorial displays, allowing the bird to change its appearance instantly. Despite its tiny size, this species is highly aggressive. Males fiercely defend nectar sources and will chase off larger birds, insects, and rival hummingbirds. The brilliant crest color comes from structural iridescence, not pigment. The feathers reflect light at specific angles, so the crest can appear dull in shade and suddenly flash electric blue-green when the bird turns its head. Like all hummingbirds, it has an extreme metabolism. Its wings beat roughly 50–70 times per second, and its heart rate can exceed 1,000 beats per minute. To conserve energy at night, it enters torpor, lowering body temperature and metabolism until morning. The Antillean crested hummingbird is one of the very few hummingbird species with a true upright crest, making it one of the Caribbean’s most distinctive and charismatic birds.
January 17, 2026 at 3:20 PM
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Torch Ginger In Dominica
#coloroftheday #BWFri #ClassicMono #EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #FlowersOnFriday
January 17, 2026 at 2:45 AM
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This past summer the city adopted a new test program to protect wildlife. They are now using a product that is essentially a birth control. It radically reduces fertility in rats. The main ingredient, if memory serves, is linseed oil.
January 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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This image was taken in 2024. I have lived in Chicago proper for 30 years. This was the first time I ever have seen Great Horned Owls nesting in the Park. Tragically, the family of 3 all died from eating poisoned rats. #BirdoftheDay #Raptor #eastcoastkin #photographersunited #urbanwildlife
A large owl is perched on a thick, knotted tree branch pressed against a rough, gray trunk. The adult owl dominates the scene, upright and broad-chested, with prominent feathered ear tufts pointing upward. Its eyes are closed and its beak is wide open, as if calling or yawning, revealing a dark mouth. The owl’s plumage is mottled brown, gray, and cream, with bold horizontal barring across the chest and a darker back that blends into the bark. Tucked closely behind the adult is a fluffy juvenile owl. The young bird appears rounder and softer, covered in downy gray feathers, with large, dark, alert eyes peering out from the adult’s side. Bare branches crisscross the foreground, and the overall setting feels early spring or late winter, with no leaves on the tree. Species: Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) One adult (foreground) and one juvenile owlet (behind) is The Great Horned Owl is one of North America’s most powerful and adaptable predators. Known for its deep, resonant hooting call, it occupies habitats ranging from dense forests and deserts to city parks. Its strength allows it to hunt prey larger than itself, including skunks and other birds of prey. Notably, Great Horned Owls often begin nesting in late winter, reusing old nests built by other birds—making scenes like this, with a nearly full-grown owlet still dependent on a parent, a hallmark of early spring in much of the continent.
January 16, 2026 at 2:17 AM
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For god’s sake, take this administration to task. Applying the logical justification of the Renee Good shooting to Jan 6 would mean that every person that attacked Capitol Police should have been shot dead, and very likely, every person that entered the Capitol building. What are their thoughts?
January 15, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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Been down for a bit. Will start posting after the 16th
January 11, 2026 at 6:44 AM
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A family strolls the side streets of #Shibuya Tokyo . #Humansofbluesky #urbanGaze
#Streetphotography #EastCoastKin #PhotographersofBlueSky
January 1, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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A last minute post for the last post of the year. A #ZenopontoniaSoror shrimp on a Sea star with a forest of brittle stars for company. Happy, Healthy, Peaceful, New Year.
#RedWed #EastCoastKin #UnderwaterPhotography #PhotographersUnited #ArtYear
A close-up underwater photograph shows the surface of a sea star filling the entire frame. The sea star’s skin has a bold, repeating pattern of deep reddish-brown and creamy white, arranged in wavy, star-like shapes. Scattered across the surface are many small, raised orange bumps, each surrounded by tiny, hair-like spines, giving the skin a rough, bristly texture. Near the center of the image is a small shrimp, well camouflaged against the sea star. The shrimp is bright orange-red, about the length of one of the raised bumps. Its body is slender and slightly curved, with a pointed head and delicate legs tucked beneath it. Because its color closely matches the sea star, it blends in and is easy to miss at first glance. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing the shrimp and the intricate textures of the sea star’s surface. The overall impression is of a richly textured, patterned landscape with a tiny, hidden creature resting quietly on it.
January 1, 2026 at 3:36 AM
Reposted by Gregory Rothman
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NEW: A judge in the Kilmar Abrego case just UNSEALED a Dec 3rd order showing DOJ lied to the court when it said that Blanche's office didn't have anything to do with the decision to prosecute Mr. Abrego. 1/
December 30, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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Events like this and coral reef die offs reveal a harder truth: our ability to control ocean conditions or protect marine life at scale are an illusion.
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Surprise culprit identified behind toxic algae bloom that killed millions of marine animals — Earth.com
Along South Australia’s coastline, beaches once filled with life now tell a troubling story. Dead rays, octopuses, crabs, and fish lie scattered across long stretches of sand. Early water tests sugges...
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December 30, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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A #Reindeer, aka #Caribou strolls the ridgeline. Did you know they can see in Ultraviolet? Their “shoes” change by season: Soft and sponge in the summer and hard edged in winter #coloraday #BlueTue #AnimalArt #Minimalist #ArtYear #EastCoastKin #PhotographersOfBlueSky #PhotographersUnited #silhouette
a stark, minimalist scene dominated by darkness. Along the top edge of the image, a single reindeer stands in silhouette on a gently sloping ridge. The animal is seen in profile, facing left, with its head lowered slightly. Its large, branching antlers rise clearly above its head, sharply outlined against a pale blue sky. The ground beneath the reindeer forms a thin, uneven horizon line, suggesting grass or tundra. Everything below this ridge fades into deep black, creating a strong contrast and a quiet, solitary mood, as if the reindeer is standing alone at dusk or dawn. Near the bottom of the image, faint text reads: © Gregory Rothman 2025. Reindeer and caribou are the same species (Rangifer tarandus). “Reindeer” is commonly used in Europe and for domesticated herds, while “caribou” is used in North America for wild populations. Reindeer are the only deer species in which both males and females grow antlers. Females usually keep theirs through winter, which helps them compete for food under the snow. Their hooves change with the seasons: soft and spongy in summer for walking on wet ground, and hard-edged in winter to grip ice and dig through snow. Reindeer can see ultraviolet (UV) light, allowing them to spot food, predators, and disturbances that are nearly invisible to humans in snowy environments. They are famous for long-distance movement—some populations make some of the longest land migrations of any mammal, traveling hundreds of miles each year.
December 30, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Just realized I forgot roost this today. A late entry.
While complaining about the paparazzi, a #BlackHeadedGull cruises on still waters.

#BlueskyMonday #Birds #BirdsonBlueSky #minimalMonday. #EastCoastKin #PhotographersofBlueSky
#Photohour #wildlife #Gulls
December 29, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Do you believe that Donald Trump is a pedophile?

YES

OR

NO
December 13, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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The Ephemeral #Snowman. Due to climate change now listed as endangered. While they can be found around the world in cold climates and can look very different place to place, DNA sampling has recently determined they are all one species.
#XmasXmas #EastCoastKin #photographersOfBlueSkye
A winter nighttime scene with a cheerful snowman decoration as the main focus. The snowman is sitting or standing low to the ground and is glowing from the inside with a warm orange-red light, which makes it stand out against the dark surroundings. The snowman has a round face with a simple smile and small dark eyes. It is wearing a tall black top hat topped with a thick layer of snow, and a striped green-and-white scarf wrapped around its neck. Snow has piled up on its head, shoulders, and arms, making it look freshly covered after a snowfall. In front of the snowman are several short, cylindrical structures made of stacked ice and packed snow, resembling ice lanterns or candle holders. They are arranged in a loose semicircle around the snowman and are partially hollow at the top, with snow resting along their rims. Behind the snowman, a vertical pole or tree trunk is wrapped tightly with white-blue string lights, glowing coolly and contrasting with the snowman’s warmer light. To the right, yellow folding barricades or snow fences lean upright, dusted with snow. A shovel and other winter tools are visible nearby, suggesting this is an outdoor area used in winter conditions. The ground is completely covered in snow, with footprints and uneven texture visible. In the background, there appears to be a building entrance with glass doors reflecting faint light. The overall mood is festive, cozy, and wintry, combining soft holiday lighting with fresh snow. A small watermark in the lower-left corner reads “© Gregory Rothman 2025.”
December 27, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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A male #DoubleCollaredSunbird, cloaked in holiday colors, pauses atop an aloe flower to take in the view. #Birdsphotography #Birds #flyday #EastCoastKin #BirdsOnBlueSky #BirdsOfAfrica #PhotoHour #photographersOfBlueSky #ArtYear
A male Double Collared Sunbird (Cinnyris sp.) perched on the tip of a flowering aloe spike. The bird’s iridescent emerald-green head and throat glow in the light, separated from the chest by a thin blue-violet collar, followed by a bold red breast band and softer grey underparts. Its slender, down-curved bill is perfectly positioned for nectar feeding. The vivid red aloe flowers rise like torches beneath it, set against a calm blue background that makes both bird and plant stand out sharply. ⸻ About the Double-collared Sunbird Genus: Cinnyris Sex shown: Male (females are olive-brown and much plainer) Key identification features: Metallic green head and throat Distinct blue/purple collar Bright red breast band Slightly curved bill These birds are highly active nectar feeders, often seen moving rapidly between flowering plants. Their iridescence can change dramatically with angle and light. ⸻ About the aloe flower Plant type: Aloe (succulent) Flower form: Tall spike with dense tubular red/orange blooms Ecological role: Designed for bird pollination Produces abundant nectar Flowers often appear when other food sources are limited Aloes and sunbirds are classic examples of co-evolution: the flower shape, color, and nectar reward suit birds, while the bird’s bill length and feeding behavior ensure effective pollination.
December 26, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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A #Bargibant’s pygmy seahorse. Rests after delivering thousands of gifts. Tomorrow he will begin devouring the stupid copepods, Mysid shrimp larvae & zooplankton that now believe he is Santa.
#eastCoastKin #Photohour #SensoryArt #smArtist #photographersUnited #photographersofBlueSky #christmas
A tiny orange pygmy seahorse clinging to a branching gorgonian sea fan wears a Santa Hat. The seahorse’s body color and white, knobby bumps closely match the coral’s orange branches and white polyps, making it extremely difficult to see at first glance. Its tail is tightly wrapped around the coral for stability, while its head curves downward as it faces into the water column—an ideal position for catching drifting plankton. The shallow depth of field emphasizes the seahorse while the repeating star-shaped coral polyps create a soft, textured background. ⸻ Bargibant’s pygmy seahorse Size: ~1.5–2.4 cm (about the size of a fingernail) Color and skin tubercles are genetically matched to its specific host coral Habitat: Lives exclusively on certain gorgonian sea fans, usually at 15–40 m depth Feeds on tiny drifting zooplankton (copepods, larval crustaceans) Sedentary ambush feeder; rarely leaves its host coral Males brood eggs in a pouch, like all seahorses First described in 1970, and initially found only after coral samples were examined on land ⸻ Muricella gorgonian coral Soft coral (octocoral), not a plant Flexible branching skeleton with hundreds of small polyps Polyps extend to capture plankton from passing currents Coloration can be Orange, red, pink, or purple—often with white polyps They provides habitat for highly specialized species like pygmy seahorses They are vulnerable to physical damage, sedimentation, and climate stress ⸻ This is an example of extreme specialization: The seahorse depends on the coral for camouflage, protection, feeding position, and reproduction The coral is unaffected by the seahorse but provides a microhabitat essential for its survival
December 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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TAKO in Tokyo #coloraday #redwed
#EastcoastKin #PhotographersUnited
December 24, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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Bari Weiss killed CBS News in 76 days
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Bari Weiss killed CBS News in 76 days
Time erases memories for individuals, but also collectively, within societies.
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December 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Melia was found alone,hungry, abandoned in an empty apartment left by her owners. Almost 3 yrs in a shelter.

Help by sharing to find Melia a #Fureverhome for Christmas 🎄
#Dogsofbluesky #dogs #AdoptADog
#ShelterDog #HelpSky #shelterdogs #dogs ❤️❤️

Hampstead Animal Shelter
Wantagh, NY. 516-785-5220
December 24, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Reposted by Gregory Rothman
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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com

“If the president can stretch a bipartisan law forcing TikTok’s sale,” write Jim Secreto and Brett Freedman, “allies and adversaries alike will assume that America will no longer enforce its security laws when it is easier not to.”
Opinion | Trump’s TikTok Deal Won’t Protect National Security
Trump’s deal preserves many of the ties to China that the law was designed to sever.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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Great capture!
December 24, 2025 at 3:08 AM
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Love it!
December 24, 2025 at 3:07 AM