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The seagull has landed.

Is there a hashtag for #birdsday yet?.. Ah, apparently there's #thursdaybirdsday ... ;)

Spotted in Porto near Praia do Carneiro / Farolim de Felgueiras

5.7.2025 | #Nikon #z50II | 130mm (aps-c) | f8 | 1/1000s

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This image shows a seagull standing on a concrete ledge or seawall by the ocean. The bird is facing slightly to the left, with its beak and head in profile. The background features the calm, blue waters of the sea. The seagull's white and gray plumage contrasts with its yellow beak and legs. (draft by mistral, revision by author)

I was lucky to get invited on a tour of the University of Coimbra (Portugal) on a recent trip - apparently the 14th oldest university in Europe (1290), and the highlight was definitely the Joanine Library (Biblioteca Joanina). Photography is not permitted in the main library but we were allowed to take snaps in the 19th century vault. A truly remarkable piece of design combining function with beautiful decoration. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biblioteca_Joanina

A subterranean vault with arched ceilings. Bookshelves filled with books line two walls and high reading tables sit in front of the shelves. Stairs lead off to the left.