A few nice animal rescue images I found:
Hope
Image by Clara S.
Adopted!
Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island, www.arlsri.org
Sylvia
Image by Clara S.
Adopted!
Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island, www.arlsri.org
Lindy
Image by Clara S.
Adopted!
Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island,
www.arlsri.org
Some cool wild animals images:
Andean Condor portrait
Image by San Diego Shooter
View On Black
Nr.Geiger Pass (Reno) Nevada
Image by Desert Rider
Wild Horse near Geiger Pass, Nevada
Friends' til the end
Image by Digital Wallpapers
Two beautiful lions with their heads resting together whilst drifting off to sleep.
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Hmm, What Is That Smell, Photographers!
Image by Property#1
Scientific Name: Ursus arctos
Description: Length: 2.6 m height to shoulder: 1.3 m, weight: 136 - 526 kg. Cubs weight at birth: 340 to 680 gms. There are five digits on each foot, broad soles. The claws are nonretractable, 7.6 cm long. The foot remains in contact with the ground as they walk; neither wrist nor ankle is raised above ground.
Check out these animal jobs images:
Tiruchirapalli
Image by Emmepi79
Tempietto sperduto a Trichy
Tempio
Image by Emmepi79
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Image by +yooco+
bear506-04
Image by +yooco+
My Etsy site
bear503-09
Image by +yooco+
Check out these animal friends images:
Old Faithful Friend, Yellowstone Park, WY
Image by las - initially
Trotting down the highway near Old Faithful. I think it's a coyote.
new friend
Image by Malingering
Check out these all about animals images:
20110925 - cats vs. frog - IMG_3648 - Oranjello blocking the frog
Image by Rev. Xanatos Satanicos Bombasticos (ClintJCL)
Where do you think you're going?
blocking.
Lemonjello the cat, Oranjello the cat, Oscar the frog.
You Shall Not Pass. captioned.
bathroom, Clint and Carolyn's house, Alexandria, Virginia.
September 25, 2011.
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... Read Carolyn's blog at CarolynCASL.wordpress.com
BACKSTORY: After the Descendents concert, we were hanging out in the parking lot waiting for it to clear out a bit before heading to the next venue for the ALL concert. Some poor girl asked us if we had jumper cables, and of course we did. She was very grateful and said, "You are like the 50th person we asked!" (What's with people not carrying jumper cables anymore? You sad, unprepared fucks!)
Anyway, while Clint was helping them, he found a frog in the parking lot. Ok, actually a toad, but still. ALL has a song called Frog, and they talk about catching a frog, and the difficulties of trying to sell it. And now we had a frog! What are the odds. Clint tried to sell the frog, but nobody wanted to buy it, as predicted by the song. The frog in the song is named Oscar, so naturally, this frog's name is now Oscar.
Oscar had an eventful evening that night. He went from the parking lot at the Festival Pier in Philadelphia to a parking garage at the next venue, spent a night in New Jersey, came back to Virginia, met our kitties, and now lives in our back yard where he has a lot of space and a creek... And no parking lots or boats mosh pits.
Bonneted Bat
Image by MyFWCmedia
Photo credit - Kathleen Smith, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
The snowy plover, American oystercatcher, black skimmer and least tern lay their eggs and hatch their young on Florida beaches, spoil islands and rooftops. Loss and degradation of habitat are major threats to the shorebirds’ survival, with their colonies and nesting areas becoming fewer and more fragmented. Because of their declining numbers in Florida and habitat loss, these beach-nesting birds qualify for listing as state-threatened species.
The just-released draft action plan for imperiled beach-nesting birds is among the second group of draft species action plans covering 60 species that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is unveiling in 2013.
The alligator snapping turtle, Florida bonneted bat, white-crowned pigeon and Florida tree snail also have newly drafted species action plans. The public is invited to review and comment on the plans at share1.myfwc.com/ISMP/default.aspx now through April 23, 2013.
Earlier this year, the FWC released the first group of draft species action plans that included 23 species. The agency will roll out the remaining plans later this spring and summer. For a full list of species and to review all of the draft species action plans, visit our website at MyFWC.com/WildlifeHabitats and select Imperiled Species.
The draft action plan for imperiled beach-nesting birds spells out steps to conserve these four species with the ultimate goal that they no longer will be listed as threatened.
“The dynamic nature of Florida beaches, from natural changes caused by storms and erosion to the presence of beachgoers and the loss of habitat, poses significant challenges to the survival of beach-nesting birds,” said Claire Sunquist Blunden, the FWC’s stakeholder coordinator for imperiled species management planning.
The FWC’s draft plan outlines commonly shared conservation measures that will benefit the snowy plovers, American oystercatchers, black skimmers and least terns throughout our state. Successful conservation of beach-nesting birds will require action not only by the FWC but also the cooperation of the many different groups which use, own and care about Florida’s coastal resources. They include local, state and federal government agencies, the public, private property owners, non-governmental organizations, businesses and researchers.
People enjoying Florida beaches during spring break need to be aware they should keep their distance from beach-nesting birds. For more tips, go to MyFWC.com/WildlifeHabitats and select “Share the Beach with Beach-nesting Birds .”
The draft species action plans are a vital component of Florida’s new conservation model, which first involved preparing Biological Status Reviews for 60 imperiled species and now requires developing plans to conserve each of them. Once the 49 plans covering 60 species are revised based on public input, FWC teams will look for common themes and actions to develop Integrated Conservation Strategies.
“We hope the public and stakeholders will comment on the draft species action plans and share their ideas on common themes or actions among plans,” said Claire Sunquist Blunden.
Finally, an Imperiled Species Management Plan will be developed that ties together the action plans covering 60 species, addressing the commonalities of what’s necessary to conserve all the wildlife represented in the plan.
For more information and to see the species action plans, go to MyFWC.com/Imperiled.
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May the Light be with You...
Image by merlinprincesse
Winter Solstice is the period of the year with the shortest days..... Not much light! Lapin and Shirley and Santa Plush are sending you their best wishes. Soon, there will be more light. Very soon! :)
Snugglepuss pair 1
Image by shine_blitz_on
Not sure if these are really cats; think they're just posing at cats as it suits them. Entirely Minky, with hand-painted safety eyes. The tail makes them into quite the stable tripod; they're fabulous at standing unsupported. Arms are also jointed and wired. There's a little heart on the rear as well, more photos on Etsy, don't want to spam Flickr stream.
Size: 5" tall by about 4" across.
Red/white on Etsy
White/red on Etsy
Both have been ADOPTED :3
SWEATER PIGEON upcycled_black with color speckles
Image by Penguin & Fish
Inspired by our neighborhood feathered friends, Sweater Pigeons are decorative, life-size, plush pigeons made from recycled sweaters and buttons. Now up on my etsy. Woo Hoo!
A few nice animal rescue shelters images I found:
Wonderful cats at the Mosaic Feline Rescue (Ann Arbor, Michigan) - Sunday May 12, 2013
Image by cseeman
Volunteering at the Mosaic Feline Rescue in Ann Arbor. These are wonderful cats and are looking for a good home. These photos are from Mother's Day - Sunday May 12, 2013. We have alot from the "Materinty Ward" with all the kittens. Been a while since I have been in - my they have grown! And there are a ton of pics today because of all the new kittens and mothers who are at Mosaic. More kittens are on their way!
Wonderful cats at the Mosaic Feline Rescue (Ann Arbor, Michigan) - Sunday May 12, 2013
Image by cseeman
Volunteering at the Mosaic Feline Rescue in Ann Arbor. These are wonderful cats and are looking for a good home. These photos are from Mother's Day - Sunday May 12, 2013. We have alot from the "Materinty Ward" with all the kittens. Been a while since I have been in - my they have grown! And there are a ton of pics today because of all the new kittens and mothers who are at Mosaic. More kittens are on their way!
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Maxwell feels happy about the world !
Image by Jorbasa
Juni 2008
Chloe Guilty
Image by rfduck
Doesn't she look like she's done something really bad and is now feeling sorry about doing it? You just have to love the expression in her eyes in this shot!
A few nice animals video images I found:
20100802 1645 - Cape Cod - Beach House Cafe - mass lobster execution - MVI_1650 (34s)
Image by Rev. Xanatos Satanicos Bombasticos (ClintJCL)
After croquet, we stopped at the Beach House Cafe, where they were just starting to cook the lobsters for the Monday lobster bake.
What they do is:
1) They run a fire during the day, until the coals are steaming, steaming, steaming hot.
2) They throw in a bunch of corn and potatoes and seaweed. The seaweed isn't eaten, it simply contains a lot of moisture that is released when sitting on the coals, causing everything to be steamed.
3) They throw on the lobsters (live, of course) and more seaweed. Lobsters writhe in delicious agony.
4) They cover the entire thing with an oil soaked canvas.
5) They cover that with a huge tarp.
6) They put rocks on the tarp.
Basically, a few wisps of steam come out, but for the most part, they end up getting steamed at incredible temperatures (and all natural ingredients).
Carolyn's family signed up for the Wednesday Lobster Bake, but everyone missed them cooking the lobsters. We're glad we happened to catch it on Monday.
chef, chefs.
burning to death, cooking, dying, steaming, throwing, writhing.
corn, fire pit, lobsters, potatoes, rocks, seaweed, steam.
smoky.
Beach House Cafe, Chatham Bars Inn, restaurant, Chatham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
August 2, 2010.
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BACKSTORY: Carolyn's family reunion was at Cape Cod this year. We stayed at the Chatham Bars Inn. It was a lot of fun, and we were happy to see everyone.
For Vicky's recount of the trip, visit: tgaw.wordpress.com/2010/08/11/cape-cod-day-1/
MiNe-HD1A_100-8380
Image by MiNe (sfmine79)
台北 > 我家
youtu.be/g9QGOuz8XC0
A few nice animal behavior images I found:
Animal behavior
Image by photomassacre
Animal Behaviour: Birds
Image by ianduffy
Check out these african animals images:
Sunset Savanna at Kidani Village at Animal Kingdom Lodge
Image by Loren Javier
East African Crowned Crane in the Sunset Savanna at Kidani Village.
Sunset Savanna at Kidani Village at Animal Kingdom Lodge
Image by Loren Javier
East African Crowned Crane in the Sunset Savanna at Kidani Village.
Sunset Savanna at Kidani Village at Animal Kingdom Lodge
Image by Loren Javier
East African Crowned Crane in the Sunset Savanna at Kidani Village.
A few nice animals photos images I found:
BUTTERFLIES OF FLORIDA
Image by cuatrok77
Some cool animal health images:
fd-bnk.west-end.non-disabled.vege.2011-dec-07.1200x900
Image by vancouverbcfoodbank
I gave away the disgusting potato chip imitation. The yogourt pictured here does not contain gelatin, which I will not eat. Everyone else went home with heavy bags of dead turkeys and other animal-based proteins, while this is what I received and went home with. Cheryl Carline of the Vancouver Food Bank Society, or whatever they're called, should be ashamed of herself. She has never provided any vegetarian alternatives, despite phone calls and letters. Yo Cheryl: When the f*ck are you going to wake up and consider others as equals? And why have you never responded positively to a vegetarian request, after many years of opportunity? Vegetarians get f*ck all from official charity.
TWU Denton campus
Image by CameliaTWU
Corner of Oakland and Administration on TWU's Denton Campus. The Administration Conference Tower (ACT), aka The Clock Tower, is on the right. Notice the bridge linking ACT with Hubbard Hall (Department of Public Safety, Student Health; not in the picture).
Some cool pet animals images:
Maxwell Smart photoplay 2007
Image by Jorbasa
Juli 2007
Maxwell Smart 2004 - 2011
Aliens? Es gibt sie also doch! - Aliens? - They really do exist!
Image by Jorbasa
September 2010
A few nice animal rescue images I found:
Cora
Image by Clara S.
Adopted!
Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island,
www.arlsri.org
Butterscotch
Image by Clara S.
Adopted!
Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island, www.arlsri.org
Luna
Image by Clara S.
Adopted! Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island,
www.arlsri.org
A few nice animals facts images I found:
Sad Sparrow
Image by TangoPango
This 'too-little-to-fly' guy was quietly sitting on my plant stand this morning. So quiet in fact, that he got a bath while I was watering morning glory vines. I don't know how he came to be there, but it doesn't bode well for his survival. I'm worried about him. His parent were in the peripheral, making a bunch of noise - that I hadn't noticed until I noticed him. Damn.
I hope against hopes that he makes it.
Some cool animal control images:
Bald Eagale
Image by jonzer
This would be a great shot if the fence was not in the picture. Again, P&S sysndrome as I had little control over DOF
Tuft base
Image by ressaure
"You are under my control!"
Check out these animal rights images:
#acampadasol
Image by Brocco Lee
El 22/05/11 en Sol.
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Blijdorp, Rotterdam Zoo
Image by F.d.W.
Blijdorp, Rotterdam Zoo
Diergaarde Blijdorp (Official Dutch name: Stichting Koninklijke Rotterdamse Diergaarde, Foundation Royal Zoo of Rotterdam) is a zoo in the northwestern part of Rotterdam, one of the oldest zoos in the Netherlands. In 2007 it celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Diergaarde Blijdorp is a member of the Dutch Zoo Federation (NVD) and the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA).
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diergaarde_Blijdorp
Check out these animal pound images:
SCRAP
Image by lamanyana
There was a 50 cents a pound sale at SCRAP. I got a lot of paper to make journals for my class, and a lot of string because I love string. Oh, and fuzzy animal stickers. Oh yeah.
My 2008 Utah bull elk
Image by Jared Smith
I harvested this bull elk in Northern Utah in November 2008. Having this opportunity to take such an amazing animal was an incredible challenge and thrill. I scouted for months and then watched this bull for several days before the hunt. I was a 4 mile, very difficult hike to his location. I made a much-practiced 320 yard shot to kill him instantly in his bed.
He weighed over 1000 pounds and the antlers score around 370 inches Boone & Crockett.
Cool video of the hunt at smithplanet.com/archives/my-elk-hunt
My 2008 Utah bull elk
Image by Jared Smith
I harvested this bull elk in Northern Utah in November 2008. Having this opportunity to take such an amazing animal was an incredible challenge and thrill. I scouted for months and then watched this bull for several days before the hunt. I was a 4 mile, very difficult hike to his location. I made a much-practiced 320 yard shot to kill him instantly in his bed.
He weighed over 1000 pounds and the antlers score around 370 inches Boone & Crockett.
Cool video of the hunt at smithplanet.com/archives/my-elk-hunt
Some cool animal abuse images:
Loving-Linus Blog
Image by Rumpledshirtskin (Chris Martin)
Loving Linus
This Blessing Bites:
www.loving-linus.com
IMG_20120728_130424
Image by Rumpledshirtskin (Chris Martin)
Loving Linus
This Blessing Bites: A loving couple who knows nothing about dogs rescues a Jack Russell Terrier who knows nothing about love.
These photos illustrates our blog and life with Linus. Please join us.
www.loving-linus.com
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Blijdorp, Zoo
Image by F.d.W.
Blijdorp, Zoo
Diergaarde Blijdorp
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Diergaarde Blijdorp
Old entrance of the Diergaarde in Blijdorp.
Date opened
1857
Location
Blijdorp, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Coordinates
51.9269605°N 4.4481325°ECoordinates: 51.9269605°N 4.4481325°E
Memberships
NVD[1] and EAZA[2]
Website
www.diergaardeblijdorp.nl?lang=EN
Diergaarde Blijdorp (Official Dutch name: Stichting Koninklijke Rotterdamse Diergaarde, Foundation Royal Zoo of Rotterdam) is a zoo in the northwestern part of Rotterdam, one of the oldest zoos in the Netherlands. In 2007 it celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Diergaarde Blijdorp is a member of the Dutch Zoo Federation (NVD) and the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA).
History
Giraffes and monumental building
The original Rotterdam Zoo was lost in the bombing of Rotterdam in World War II, which destroyed most of the city centre. Some streetnames, such as Diergaardesingel (Zoolane), still recall the old zoo. Blijdorp was rebuilt slightly to the north, where it opened to the public in its current location on December 7, 1940. The new zoo was designed by Dutch architect Sybold van Ravesteyn, who designed the central railway station in Rotterdam, as well. In 2001, 'Blijdorp' became almost twice as large when it opened a new western part, called Oceanium, with its main attraction an aquarium. In 2007, the zoo was declared a rijksmonument.[3]
In May 2007 the zoo appeared in the news when Bokito, Blijdorp's silverback gorilla, escaped from his enclosure and seriously injured a female visitor. Before the attack, the woman was a regular visitor of the zoo (on average 4 times per week) and claimed to have a special bond with Bokito, regularly touching the glass between her and the gorilla, making eye contact and smiling to him.[4]
In October 2010, the city of Rotterdam decided to reduce its yearly funding of Blijdorp from nearly 4.5 to about 0.8 million Euro until 2015.[5] The zoo and its supporters protested the decision, claiming it is unclear if the zoo can continue to operate with the reduced budget.[6]
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diergaarde_Blijdorp
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Bateleur Eagle
Image by slynkycat
""Bateleur" is French for "tight-rope walker". This name describes the bird’s characteristic habit of tipping the ends of its wings when flying, as if catching its balance."
I love the way the light has been captured on him - it makes him look almost like a painting. Looks best at large sizes.
Nerium oleander
Image by wallygrom
From Wikipedia -
Nerium oleander is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the dogbane family Apocynaceae. It is the only species currently classified in the genus Nerium. It is most commonly known as Oleander but has many other names. The ancient city of Volubilis in Morocco took its name from the old Latin name for the flower. Oleander is one of the most poisonous of commonly grown garden plants, and can be very toxic if ingested in sufficient quantity.
Description
Oleander grows to 2–6 m (6.6–20 ft) tall, with spreading to erect branches. The leaves are in pairs or whorls of three, thick and leathery, dark green, narrow lanceolate, 5–21 cm (2.0–8.3 in) long and 1–3.5 cm (0.39–1.4 in) broad, and with an entire margin. The flowers grow in clusters at the end of each branch; they are white, pink, red or yellow, 2.5–5 cm (0.98–2.0 in) diameter, with a deeply 5-lobed corolla with a fringe round the central corolla tube. They are often, but not always, sweetly scented. The fruit is a long narrow capsule 5–23 cm (2.0–9.1 in) long, which splits open at maturity to release numerous downy seeds.
In the past, scented plants were sometimes treated as the distinct species N. odorum, but the character is not constant and it is no longer regarded as a separate taxon.
Habitat and range
N. oleander is native to a broad area from Morocco and Portugal eastward through the Mediterranean region and southern Asia to Yunnan in southern parts of China. It typically occurs around dry stream beds.
Oleander grows well in warm subtropical regions, where it is extensively used as an ornamental plant in landscapes, parks, and along roadsides. It is drought tolerant and will tolerate occasional light frost down to −10 °C (14.0 °F). It is commonly used in landscaping freeway medians in California and other mild-winter states in the Continental United States because it is easily maintained. It is deer resistant and tolerant of poor soils and drought. Oleander can also be grown in cooler climates in greenhouses and conservatories, or as indoor plants that can be kept outside in the summer. Oleander flowers are showy and fragrant and are grown for these reasons. Over 400 cultivars have been named, with several additional flower colours not found in wild plants having been selected, including red, purple, pink and orange; white and a variety of pinks are the most common. Many cultivars also have double flowers. Young plants grow best in spaces where they do not have to compete with other plants for nutrients.
Medicinal Uses
Pliny the Elder in his Naturalis Historia written circa AD 77 claimed that despite its toxicity Oleander was an effective snakebite cure: "... if taken in wine with rue ...".
Despite a lack of any proven benefits, a range of Oleander-based treatments are being promoted on the Internet and in some alternative medicine circles, drawing a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Additionally, a Texas-based biotechnology company is researching oleander as a potential treatment for skin cancers and as well as an anti-viral treatment.
Toxicity
Oleander is one of the most poisonous plants in the world and contains numerous toxic compounds, many of which are deadly to people, especially young children. (Despite this fact, it is often grown in school yards. The toxicity of Oleander is considered extremely high, and it has been reported that in some cases only a small amount had lethal or near-lethal effects. The most significant of these toxins are oleandrin and neriine, which are cardiac glycosides. They are present in all parts of the plant, but are most concentrated in the sap, which can block out receptors. High risk circumstances of exposure include children playing with the ornamental shrub, as well as adults or children tasting, chewing, ingesting portions of the plant, and inappropriate medicinal use of plant infusion.[6] Oleander bark contains rosagenin which is known for its strychnine-like effects. The entire plant, including the nectar, is toxic, and any part can cause an adverse reaction. Oleander is also known to hold its toxicity even after drying. It is thought that a handful or 10-20 leaves consumed by an adult can cause an adverse reaction, and a single leaf could be lethal to an infant or child. According to the Toxic Exposure Surveillance System (TESS) in 2002 there were 847 exposures to Oleander reported to poison centers in the United States. There are innumerable reported suicidal cases of consuming mashed oleander seeds in southern India. Around 0.23 mg per pound of body weight is lethal to many animals, and various other doses will affect other animals. Most animals can suffer a reaction or death from this plant.
Effects of poisoning
Reactions to this plant are as follows: Ingestion can cause both gastrointestinal and cardiac effects. The gastrointestinal effects can consist of nausea and vomiting, excess salivation, abdominal pain, diarrhea that may or may not contain blood, and especially in horses, colic. Cardiac reactions consist of irregular heart rate, sometimes characterized by a racing heart at first that then slows to below normal further along in the reaction. The heart may also beat erratically with no sign of a specific rhythm. Extremities may become pale and cold due to poor or irregular circulation. Reactions to poisonings from this plant can also affect the central nervous system. These symptoms can include drowsiness, tremors or shaking of the muscles, seizures, collapse, and even coma that can lead to death. Oleander sap can cause skin irritations, severe eye inflammation and irritation, and allergy reactions characterized by dermatitis.
Medical treatment required
Poisoning and reactions to Oleander plants are evident quickly, requiring immediate medical care in suspected or known poisonings of both humans and animals. Induced vomiting and gastric lavage are protective measures to reduce absorption of the toxic compounds. Charcoal may also be administered to help absorb any remaining toxins. Further medical attention may be required and will depend on the severity of the poisoning and symptoms. Temporary cardiac pacing will be required in many cases (usually for a few days) till the toxin is excreted.
Digoxin Immune Fab is the best way to cure an oleander poisoning if inducing vomiting has no or minimal success, although it is usually only used for life-threatening conditions due to side effects.
Drying of plant materials does not eliminate the toxins. It is also hazardous for animals such as sheep, horses, cattle, and other grazing animals, with as little as 100 g being enough to kill an adult horse. Plant clippings are especially dangerous to horses, as they are sweet. In July 2009, several horses were poisoned in this manner from the leaves of the plant. Symptoms of a poisoned horse include severe diarrhea and abnormal heartbeat. There are a wide range of toxins and secondary compounds within Oleander, and care should be taken around this plant due to its toxic nature. Different names for Oleander are used around the world in different locations, so when encountering a plant with this appearance, regardless of the name used for it, exercise great care and caution to avoid ingestion of any part of the plant, including its sap and dried leaves or twigs. Do not use the dried or fresh branches for spearing food, in preparing a cooking fire, or as a food skewer. Many of the Oleander relatives, such as the Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) found in East Africa, have similar leaves and flowers and are equally toxic.
Trunk oil
While the reasons are unknown, some visibly healthy oleander shrubs that have become sick or otherwise diseased may generate a type of oil from the trunk and shallow roots. Depending upon the size of the shrub, the oil quantity can vary greatly and has the capability to saturate the soil in its vicinity as the shrub's sickness progresses. This is possibly an explanation for the plant's name of "Olea", whose Latin translation is "oil". The oil is light-brown colored and possesses a rancid scent. The toxicity of the oil is unknown, because the neuro-toxic chemicals in the rest of the tree come from the leaves vein-system and not from the pulp surrounding these veins.
Ecology
Some invertebrates are known to be unaffected by oleander toxins, and feed on the plants. Caterpillars of the Oleander or Polka-dot Wasp Moth (Syntomeida epilais) feed specifically on oleanders and survive by eating only the pulp surrounding the leaf-veins, avoiding the fibers. Larvae of the Oleander or Common Crow Butterfly (Euploea core) also feed on Oleanders. The Common Crow larvae retain or modify toxins, making them unpalatable to would-be predators such as birds, but apparently not to other invertebrates such as spiders and wasps.
Popular culture
In the novel Dragonwyck, the plant and its poisonous effect are essential to the plot. The plant can be seen in the film by the same name.
White Oleander is a 1999 book by Janet Fitch that was made into a 2002 drama film with the same name directed by Peter Kosminsky; poisoning using the oleander plant is central to the plot.
One story claims that some of Napoleon's soldiers in Spain died when they used oleander sticks to roast meat.
The legend of Chloe is possibly the most well known of the Myrtles Plantation's supposed ghosts; Chloe was a slave who was reputed to have killed her mistress and the mistress' two daughters by cooking a birthday cake poisoned with oleander.
Psybient artist Bluetech produced a track named "Oleander", which was also remixed by Phutureprimitive.
The title track from the rock band Phish album, Lawn Boy, mentions "...the black oleander surrounded by blues...".
The Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah Harmer's album I'm A Mountain contains a track titled "Oleander".
In the 95th episode of Monk, "Mr Monk and the Genius" ground up oleander bark is the method of poisoning the killer chooses to murder his wife.
The song "My Old School" by Steely Dan contains the line, "Oleanders growing outside her door, soon they're gonna be in bloom up in Annandale".
