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Snake Island a favorite swimming hole on the lake; but watch out for the islands namesake residents Cold weather never slows down our traveling.  Here we are at a castle in western Poland near the German border.  BURRRRRR! Taken in the Winter 2001/2002 Marlis Hazleton touring Lublin- Poland. Taken in Fall 2001. Inks Lake near Burnet, Texas. The Sleeping Knight of the Tatra mountains

 

Embark on an extraordinary journey with us at FrogsFolly Travel Journal, where every story is a footprint in the sands of our global explorations. Our website is more than just a collection of travel destinations; it's a vibrant tapestry of personal encounters and cherished memories from corners near and far. Whether you're drawn to the whispering ruins of ancient civilizations, the joyful shouts of theme parks, or the serene beauty of nature's hidden gems, our journal entries are your personal gateway to experience these wonders alongside us.

Vivid Destinations Await - Stroll through the picturesque streets of Amboise, feel the majesty of historical castles, and explore the diverse landscapes of the United States. Our journeys are painted with stories that beckon you to dive into the locales we've visited, offering you a slice of life from each destination.

Adventures for All - Thrill-seekers and wildlife enthusiasts, rejoice! Uncover the magic of iconic theme parks like Walt Disney World and the wild heart of zoos across the planet. Each entry in our journal is a pass to relive our thrills and encounters with the animal kingdom.

A Portal Through Time - Step into the past with our visits to age-old sites like Greece's Delphi, or reflect on more recent history at AUSCHWITZ-BIRKENAU in Poland. Our travel stories aren't just trips; they're time machines that invite you to witness the echoes of bygone eras.

Join Our Travel Community - FrogsFolly isn't just about where we've been; it's about where we can go together. We invite you to suggest new places for us to discover and share your own experiences. Your insights and stories are the lifeblood of our community, inspiring new chapters in our ever-evolving journey.

So, whether you're seeking inspiration for your next travel adventure or simply wish to wanderlust from the comfort of your home, let FrogsFolly be your compass to the world. Join us on this never-ending voyage where every destination is a new opportunity to weave your own narrative into the rich tapestry of travel.

Step into our world at FrogsFolly Travel Journal – where every visit is a story, and every story is an invitation to dream, explore, and discover.

This site is a guide to some of the places we have visited.  This is more of a journal of what we did than a definitive guide to these places.  Traveling is more about living the experience than documenting every momement.  So, if your favorite landmark is missing, it does not mean we did not see it, only that I did not take a picture.   

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<p>For part of our trip to Costa Rica, we visited the central mountain range.  Very cool temperatures compared to everywhere else we toured.  Just outside our room, I found this purple-throated mountaingem hummingbird hanging out on the mass plantings of Ehemann's canna (or something very similar).  The pretty female had an obvious issue with its tongue as it was sticking out at an odd angle.  Every time I saw her, it was the same.  Hummingbirds sometimes catch a fungal/yeast infection, called candidiasis.  Typically, it is associated with infected feeders, but there were none in the general area that I noticed.  There is also the chance it was a deformity.  <br />
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The photo shows a few things of interest, aside from the bird itself.  Firstly, mountaingems typically perch when feeding, whereas many species will hover.  I most often saw this one perched, but I did see it feeding while hovering.  The length of a hummingbird's translucent tongue is amazing, and you see a lot of it here.  The tongue actually wraps around the bird's skull when retracted.  This individual's issue with its tongue has prevented it from following the full length of the beak and entering the hole in the base of the bloom, which the tip of the beak is touching.  You can see the tongue emerging before the tip and veering off to the side and up.  If the hummer was feeding on a regular bloom, that might not be as big an issue as it would follow the contours of the flower petals to the base where the nectar is.  The little hole was caused by a slaty flowerpiercer, which has a sharp, hooked beak that it uses to pierce the base of nectar bearing flowers.  Mountaingems and other hummer species are happy to take advantage of those holes as well.  I saw at least one bird inspecting a number flowers in a series, checking for those holes and feeding from the ones it found.<br />
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Purple-throated mountaingems are mid-sized as hummers go, being about 10 to 11.5 cm (3.9 to 4.5 in) long and weighing in at 4.5 to 6 g (0.16 to 0.21 oz).  The purple-throated lives in small areas of Nicaragua, a good part of Costa Rica, and some of Panama.  Males are territorial but the females are less so.  Tell that to this lady.  She was always in the same area and would shoo off other hummers.<br />
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This female seemed to be doing OK health-wise over the three days I watched it, based on my limited expertise, but if it does have a tongue infection, the condition is most often fatal due to the inability to feed properly.</p>
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