Friday, September 23, 2011

Chickenpox


Chickenpox_4183.jpg, originally uploaded by HVargas.

Fowlpox is a worldwide disease of poultry caused by viruses of the family Poxviridae and the genus Avipoxvirus. The viruses causing fowlpox are distinct from one another but antigenically similar, possible hosts including chickens, turkeys, quail, canaries, pigeons, and many other species of birds.

Pelea de Gallos.jpg


Pelea de Gallos.jpg, originally uploaded by HVargas.

A cockfight is a blood sport between two roosters (cocks), held in a ring called a cockpit. Cockfighting is now illegal throughout all states in the United States, Brazil, Australia and in most of Europe. It is still legal in several U.S. territories.
The combatants, referred to as gamecocks, are specially bred birds, conditioned for increased stamina and strength. The comb and wattle are cut off in order to meet show standards of the American Gamefowl Society and the Old English Game Club and to prevent freezing in colder climates. Cocks possess congenital aggression toward all males of the same species. Cocks are given the best of care until near the age of two years old. They are conditioned, much like professional athletes prior to events or shows. Wagers are often made on the outcome of the match. While not all fights are to the death, the cocks may endure significant physical trauma. In many other areas around the world, cockfighting is still practised as a mainstream event; in some countries it is government controlled.

Sunday, July 17, 2011

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Macy's fireworks 2011-New York City

Via Flickr:
The New York City, famous Macy's fireworks, 2011 display usually held over the East River, this year was in the side of the Hudson River, a great show.

Macy's fireworks 2011- New York City 42 st

Via Flickr:
The New York City, famous Macy's fireworks, 2011 display usually held over the East River, this year was in the side of the Hudson River, a great show.

Macy's fireworks 2011


Macy's fireworks 2011, originally uploaded by HVargas.

Via Flickr:
The New York City, famous Macy's fireworks, 2011 display usually held over the East River, this year was in the side of the Hudson River, a great show.

Macy's fireworks 2011


Macy's fireworks 2011, originally uploaded by HVargas.

Via Flickr:
The New York City, famous Macy's fireworks, 2011 display usually held over the East River, this year was in the side of the Hudson River, a great show.

Macy's fireworks 2011


Macy's fireworks 2011, originally uploaded by HVargas.

Via Flickr:
The New York City, famous Macy's fireworks, 2011 display usually held over the East River, this year was in the side of the Hudson River, a great show.

Macy's fireworks 2011


Macy's fireworks 2011, originally uploaded by HVargas.

A beautiful picture of New York City after the Macy's fireworks 2011 from New Jersey side..