Sunday, June 7, 2009

Marty is Still at Australia Zoo

This model of a crocodile is used to show how big a crocodile could have grown in the wild before humans started getting involved in their lives. It's a little bit scary to see how big they could get! Here I am with a real life croc. He came from a farm where he was not being treated well at all. Steve saved him, and brought him to Australia Zoo. He is not a fan of people after what he went through, but he has met his girlfriend here! They are a very devoted couple, which the lady thinks is sweet. It is lovely to know that he got his chance for a good life. He couldn't be released into the wild because he was born in captivity, but I think being in a place as well run as Australia Zoo is the next best thing.
Here I am with a python. That thing could cause big trouble for a racehorse, let alone a little mouse, so I'm sure thankful for the glass. (You can see the toll this trip is taking on my tail, here. I am losing my floof!).

This guy was a fascinating fellow. His name is Bruce, and he is a brolga. The lady thinks he looks like a dinosaur.
The lady made me post this one. Please don't hold me responsible. You can't take her anywhere. That afternoon, we drove to Surfers Paradise for afternoon tea with the man's Nan. We got to meet her handsome ginger and white kitty, Tiger. He was a happy friendly guy. We then drove down to Coffs Harbour for a very deep sleep.

13 comments:

The WriggleButts said...

Hehehe... Hope you get some help to re-attach your floof!

Bajas

Teddy Westlife said...

I have cousins in Coffs Harbour. Did you say hello to them?

Huffle Mawson

Anonymous said...

Marty, that first photo was a little bit scairty, until we realized the alligator was just a pretend alligator! The lady is a little bit silly! hahaha!

AM said...

Have you tried any hair products for your floof? We are happy that the croc has found his true love, what a sweet story. As for the lady, well, you're on your own with that one 8-)

Mickey's Musings said...

Yikes!!!!! Good thing those crocks do not get that big!!!!!! You are brave to get so close to those big creatures!!! You might need a bit of TLC for your floof Marty,heehee
We like Bruce ;)
Purrs Mickey,Georgia & Tillie

Cory said...

Marty...you are such a brave mouse going in that crocodiles mouth like that.

Marty, we think it's very amazing that you have teleporting powers and managed your adventures at the zoo, plus a quick popover to our place for some playtime!

We've got the Paw it Forward post up today. We loved the toys and the photos and we are looking forward to our turn to paw it forward!

Angel, Kirby and Max said...

WE are loveing the tour. You area very good guide, Marty!

Daisy said...

AAAAhhhhhh! CROCODILE! My Mommie taught me to stay far, far away from the alligators in the lake behind the house, and I am sure the same applies for crocodiles, too!

Shaggy and Scout said...

Marty, please take it easy and don't get too close to those vishus monster critters, ok? We want you in one piece and safe!

Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, Ryu said...

What fun you've been having! Bruce was our favourite of today's creatures. The others are too scary!

Your Friends,
Tommy and The Girls

The Island Cats said...

Wow! We didn't know crocodiles coulda gotten that big!!! And that python...now there's a scary snake!

Anonymous said...

Wow you guys are going all over the world! I am glad that you did not fall into the crocs den Marty!
And do not worry bout the momma picture.. my momma does silly stuffs like that all the time too! It must be a momma thing :)
V-V

Cheyenne -Millie said...

Yikes!! That is one big scary crocodile!! I am glad no one got eaten up!