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asideofmashedpotatoes

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Here is where the birds sing. Here is where the sky is blue.
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themakeupbrush

Diamond Star Tiara, circa 1890, part of the “Power & Image: Royal & Aristocratic Tiaras” Exhibition at Sotheby’s. Each star detaches into a brooch. 

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miss-vortex

The Orchid is incredible - not only are there thousands of species all over the world, but this flowering plant is a master of mimicry. Below are 10 quirky and beautiful species of orchid which closely resemble other living creatures.

1. Flying duck orchid (Caleana major)

2. Monkey orchid (Dracula simia)

3. White egret flower (Pecteilis radiata)

4. Naked man orchid 🤣 (Orchis italica)

5. Dove orchid (Peristeria)

6. Laughing bee orchid (Ophrys apifera)

7. Swaddled baby orchid (Anguloa uniflora)

8. Moon orchid which appears to have a tiger inside (Phalaenopsis amabilis)

9. Ballerina orchid (Caladenia melanema)

10. Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis)

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