ABC Wednesday: Z is for zoo

I don't go to the zoo often, but when I do I get a kick out of the primates.  The Oakland Zoo is known for providing naturalistic habitats for its animals.  Visit ABC Wednesday for global takes on "Z".   Join us next week when we start a new round.

ABC Wednesday: G is for goat season

It's that time of year when goats appear on hillsides and munch on dry grass to reduce the fire hazard.  There were at least 100 goats in this herd grazing on zoo property above the 580 freeway.  They seem to be taking an afternoon break in the shade due to a brief heat wave.  For other "G" photos from around the globe, visit ABC Wednesday.

This is an automatic post.  I'm traveling and will likely have restricted access to computers to comment on your blogs.  Back in town on October 1.

Skywatch Friday: elevated seats

This photo was taken at the zoo a few days ago.  But trust me, the sky is the exact same color today as we speak.  What the picture doesn't convey is that except for a few days this month, the weather has been cold and overcast until about noon or 1 p.m.  Finally the "marine layer" (local weather-speak for high fog) burns off, and we have clear skies until it begins to return again at 6 or so.  So while most of the country is withering in heat, we're shivering until noon.  Weird, huh?  For more sky photos from around the globe, visit Skywatch Friday.