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Jul
2008

“A” stands for the Amur Leopard in my todays Post. A species that fights the odds to disappear forever. With less than 50 animals in the wild those odds however are stacked aginst this large cat. It would be a shame seeing this (in my eyes most beautiful cat in the world) being put on the long list of animals that we - mankind - exterminated forever.

Amur Leopard

With all due respect - I no longer participate on the original ABC Wednesday. The new format - the well meant it might be - doesn’t hold the simple charm of the original. So - I will keep following the alpahabet on my own. You’re welcome to leave a link with your “A” post, so that I can come visit. And if someone is up to reviving the original - I probably will be on board!

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21 Nods for “A”

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Louise proclaims:
July 22nd, 2008 at 7:42 pm
That is quite a beautiful cat. I love its eyes.

Visit Louises last blog post..My Convention Swap on http://pottedfrog.wordpress.com

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kRiZ cPEc proclaims:
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:33 pm
Oh…may be I’ll follow your lead then, great cat really.

Visit kRiZ cPEcs last blog post..ABC -Wednesday - A on http://krizcpec.blogspot.com

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Bird Girl proclaims:
July 22nd, 2008 at 10:29 pm
That image took my breath away, Klaus! How awesome!

Visit Bird Girls last blog post..Indigo blue…I love you… on http://www.mybirdtales.blogspot.com

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Tricia proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 1:39 am
Beautiful big cat!

Visit Tricias last blog post..Was I in Italy? on http://belfiebird.blogspot.com

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me ann my camera proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 5:44 am
Klaus, I agree with your take on the new ABC format. I too was disappointed and put away my planned posting when I saw how it is now. Hopefully the older format will be brought back. Great leopard, great ‘A’ posting.

Visit me ann my cameras last blog post..Swamp Sparrow on http://naturetales.blogspot.com

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kriz cpec proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 6:19 am
ah… finally worked how your plug-in recognises commentators.

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kRiz cPEc proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 6:20 am
must be by names and email and blog url. lol

Visit kRiz cPEcs last blog post..ABC -Wednesday - A on http://krizcpec.blogspot.com

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kRiz cPEc proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 6:21 am
that’s i look different. you won’t mind I test your plug-in for you, I guess?

Visit kRiz cPEcs last blog post..ABC -Wednesday - A on http://krizcpec.blogspot.com

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Fishing Guy proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 6:57 am
Klaus: Wonderful capture of the big cat. I wouldn’t want to come face to face with him in the wild.

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Tom proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 7:52 am
This is a great ‘A’ post Kluse.. Jane will love this picture for sure… and we both echo your sentiments about the loss of such a beauty.

Visit Toms last blog post..Inside Outside on http://womtig.blogspot.com

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Troy Mullens proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:04 am
Great “A” post. Martha and I used to belong to a “save the great cats society” while it was active. This is a magnificant but sad post. Great photograph.

I also removed myself from the “ABC” list. It just didn’t have the flavor of the old style. I always enjoyed visiting each participant’s site and seeing what they were up to.

Troy

PS: That’s a great shot into the sun.

Visit Troy Mullenss last blog post..Amberwings on http://troyandmartha.blogspot.com

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Troy Mullens proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:26 am
The old style ABC Wednesday has been revived. I just signed up with Mr. Linky there. All is well in the world again. Life is good.

Troy

Visit Troy Mullenss last blog post..Amberwings on http://troyandmartha.blogspot.com

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Klaus Reply:
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:32 am
That would be nice! But where? Just went back to look - and it hasn’t changed!
Did someone else step in?

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Troy Mullens proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:37 am
I used this address to sign up:
http://mrsnesbittsplace.blogspot.com/

Troy

Visit Troy Mullenss last blog post..Amberwings on http://troyandmartha.blogspot.com

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kRiZ cPEc proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:48 am
Oh, Mrs Nesbitt has brought Mr Linky back on her own blog. I just left my link there.

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Mary proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:49 am
I have never heard of this particular leopard, and agree it is much too gorgeous a creature to lose forever.

Visit Marys last blog post..Sublime……or ridiculous? on http://faithfabricandphotos.blogspot.com

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Ms Hays proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 12:21 pm
Isn’t that the truth - humans mess up everything! It makes my blood boil - but I’ll calm down now & I would like to say that this is a beautiful portrait of a truly awesome animal

Visit Ms Hayss last blog post..Then & Now on http://bluffareadaily.blogspot.com

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2sweetnsaxy proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 1:00 pm
This is such a great picture. I love big cats, at least looking at them. They’re so beautiful and graceful.

Visit 2sweetnsaxys last blog post..Jazz Fest West on http://eyesmindheart.blogspot.com

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Stacey Huston proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 2:14 pm
Klaus, I would have to completely agree. stunning and amazing big cat. and I am not even a cat person (wink) I skipped on ABC this week also, but Ms. Nesbit just emailed that she would put Mr. Linky up.. will wait and see if it has the same simple charm as the old ABC… otherwise I may do it just like you did.. thanks Klaus!

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annbb/TSannie proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 2:32 pm
What a magnificent animal! I do hope we figure out how to help keep these and other endangered creatures around for years to come…

ABC Wednesday growing pains…hopefully all with resolve happily.

Visit annbb/TSannies last blog post..Another Most Excellent Field Trip on http://thetombstonechronicler.blogspot.com

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Scotty Graham proclaims:
July 23rd, 2008 at 11:26 pm
Beautiful portrait of a beautiful animal…where do these cats live? We all need to do more in saving these gorgeous animals.

Yes, GO Gators!! I read an article about this year’s team….could be good!!

Cheers, Scotty

Visit Scotty Grahams last blog post..Giraffe in Namibia on http://www.scottygraham.blogspot.com

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21 Nods for “A”

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