Thursday 5 March 2015

GOOD FENCES - Makuzi Beach Lodge, Malawi

Now I did warn you yesterday, that one of my shots was “out of the box” and here it is below.  I personally think that this is a brilliant fence that can keep not only eggs safe but the chicks are surrounded by a wonderfully woven and comfortable nest.  See yesterday's post to see a VIDEO of how the Weaver bird builds this nest.


All the shots were photographed at the Makuzi Beach Lodge.






I hope you enjoyed this post and there will be more footage of the Weaver bird building its nest on Saturday's Critters.

Thank you for visiting and also to those who leave comments.

37 comments:

  1. Their work is exquisite! And I love the roofs of the buildings and the wonderful last shot of the beautiful trees.

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  2. Beautiful pictures Margaret.
    Unbelievable how beautiful the weaver makes its nest.
    The last picture is really beautiful.

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  3. Hello Margaret, the weaver nest is very cool. And I love the shots taken from around the Lodge. What a pretty place! Thanks for sharing, have a happy day!

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  4. Always a pleasure see yours precious posts Margaret!
    Remarkable work!
    A big kiss to you...
    Ana

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  5. Beautiful photos. You do seem to lead a delightfully exotic life.

    Have a nice day.

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  6. This place is magical!! What a beautiful nest, and how amazing it would be to be able to witness the making of the nest in real life ... thanks for sharing!
    Wendy

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  7. I find the nest of the Weaver bird a really clever design. I don't normally find nests interesting but three species fascinate me the Goldcrest, Long Tailed Tits and Weaver birds.

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  8. With every photo you post, I want to go there more! That nest is simply amazing, too. blessings ~ tanna

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  9. What an exquisite little nest. It is a real work of art too. Clever little bird! Lovely photos Margaret!

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  10. Hi Margaret. Amazing - that nest construction must rank as a true miracle of the natural world.

    I want to stay in one those huts overlooking the beautiful beach some day.

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  11. Love that nest, it looks like it's built with
    a lot of love :)
    Have a beautiful day
    【ツ】Knipsa

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  12. that nest is AMAZING!!!!! what an awesome place you visited!!!!

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  13. Wow- that bird nest is amazing! You are so lucky to get to see all these wonderful places.

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  14. wonderful stone walls and huts! thanks, margaret!

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  15. The Weaver is quite the architect! A wonderful nest. I also love your shots from the beach.

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  16. What a pleasure it is to visit you here!

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  17. Such a neat house. i don't think we humans can copy this.
    Great shots all.

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  18. What a facinating nest the weaverbird makes. It's indeed an out-of-the box fencing but it works. Also loved the stone walls in the shots and that great walkway made of the stones. This looks like a wonderful place to visit.

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  19. Definitely a fence. A fence to protect the inhabitants from the dangers of the outside world...

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  20. Wonderful protective fence for the weavers! And stone walls for the people. Great post!

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  21. Hello Margaret!:) The nest is a work of art, and staying in the lodge in such a beautiful setting so near the beach would be my idea of a dreamlike vacation.

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  22. What an unusual nest. Great post and images!

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  23. That looks like a wonderful place to stay. I love the thatched roof chalets and the beautiful gardens, not to mention that lovely beach, Love the photo of the nest, The Weaver birds are pretty amazing builders.

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  24. Hi Margaret, You brought new meaning to the word, fence... I LOVE it.. That nest is marvelous... As someone said, it is a work of art....

    Great photos from the lodge.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  25. Another great proof of what the good Lord gave to wild life or animals.

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  26. what a beautiful part of our world!

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  27. That nest is truly a work of art!

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  28. Beautiful beach, nice cottages and looks like a grand vacation, Margaret.
    The bird nest is exceptionally pretty!
    Have a Beautiful Day!
    Peace :)

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  29. That nest is a great work of art. Great photos Margaret.

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  30. Very nice pictures! I love that nest! :)

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  31. I missed this last week. that bird fence is AMAZING and I love it... it is a fence, it keeps the birds safe from harm. what detail. and that last shot of the stones and the sand beach and the hut. OH MY, would love to be there

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  32. A great idea for a fence Margaret and what a wonderful nest :) Lovely photos.

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  33. Lovely series of photos. Looks so warm and green and inviting!

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  34. My goodness, how fascinating! Thank you, Margaret!

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  35. Fascinating way to build a nest and it looks really cool, too!

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