He looked so peaceful and it was easy to see that it is a very intelligent animal by the way it was studying everything. these next few photos were taken in Bearizona Zoo near Williams, AZ.
I was on a nature hike trying to get some exercise and maybe climb a few trees. These two bears spotted me and were quick to lend a hand as I climbed the nearest tree. Just glad there was a deep moat and fence between us.
This beautiful little Bob Cat was spotted while I was on a hike. He seemed to be busy looking for something to eat, just glad it wasn't me. Actually I was hiking around a zoo and he was looking for a way out.
This detail shot of a saguaro cactus reveals the spiny nature of these wonderful plants. It appears that a new arm is beginning to form. I understand a lorge plant like this one is quite old and to me is very fascinating.
I had been wanting to photograph a saguaro cactus from the first time I had seen them. It was the middle of the day so shooting in the hot direct sun was not going to work if I wanted an overall shot, so I settled for some close-ups.
