Ascension Day

Four-day long weekend started today, thanks to Ascension Day's Bank Holiday. I painted, walked in the woods with hubby and Peetu and in the evening we participated to on line pub quiz. Emma was happy to have her basketball team's outdoor training.

Live web cam is broadcasting again Saimaa Ringed Seals' popular spot to chill: Saimaa Ringed Seal live web cam

News reported that there has been drama on the rock:

A WWF livecam at an undisclosed site along the shores of Lake Saimaa has again recorded a fight between two rare and endangered fresh-water Saimaa ringed seals battling for possession of a rock that has proven to be a popular spot to hang out and enjoy the lengthening days of spring.


On Sunday, a female, designated as "Phs174" was on camera, and had been lying peacefully on the rock for several hours when a fellow Saimaa seal arrived and made a move to take her spot. The new arrival sank its teeth into one of the female's hind flippers and when she tried to twist herself free, the battle shifted into the water.

I must follow up what may still be in store this season!


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