He’s grown.
Dublin Zoo writes:
“The male calf, born on July 1st to mum Rio and dad Marmaduke. Tapir calves are born with a number of white spots and stripes which act as camouflage in the wild. These spots and stripes mimic the dappled sunlight on the forest floor but these markings will disappear by the time the calves are about six months old.”
The little fella is still unnamed. Dublin Zoo is inviting suggestions on its Facebook page.
You may recall last Monday’s post on Grafton Street’s new paving and the stains on the same, above.
Well, Dublin City Council is on it.
It writes:
“…Some concerns have been expressed about staining on the new paving stones. The Grafton Improvement Scheme (which includes repaving, new public lighting and street furniture) will play a key part in improving Grafton Street as a retail environment and a destination. The finished project will be of a very high standard. The current staining will be addressed as follows:
“Once the current Phase 1 is fully completed (the section from South King Street to Chatham Street), it is proposed to thoroughly clean the entire area and a sealant will be applied to the stone. This sealant will facilitate the future cleaning of the paving and the removal of stains, gum and dirt.”
“As granite is a natural material it is normal that stains appear initially. Use and weathering will reduce the appearance of stains.”
“Stains are more noticeable because of the recent very dry weather and the lack of rainfall, which in normal circumstances would wash away much of the staining.“
So now so.
News and update, Dublin City Council
Previously: Grafton Street: The New Paving!
Oh.
Meanwhile, over on Independent.ie:
Rory McIlroy Hit A Putt Into A Bunker At The British Open (Business Insider)
Pic: ESPN UK
Oscar in Sandymount, Dublin, moments ago.
Possible sunburn on the belly.
Otherwise happy.
Jenny McCarthy writes:
Oscar has been found!! He’s one hot sausage but is in one piece! Thanks so much to all .
Assisted by the Replica Prop Forum, whose makers researched and recreated the components, the mythbusting propmaster steps in for the final phase of construction.
The geek is very, very strong in this one.
That’s how we like it.
Happy birthday to Nelson Mandela,
That brave and intelligent fella,
Who has reached ninety five,
Though he’s barely alive,
And looking increasingly yella.
John Moynes
(AFP)
The French alps this lunchtime.
Kevin writes:
Hundreds of Irish fans lining what’s become known as Irish Corner for one day – hairpin 10 of the Alpe d’Huez here, the biggest stage of this year’s Tour de France. It rained earlier so we feel right at home.
