This darling Emu chick is mesmerized by a metal ring at the side of the chick brooder it's in with its many clutch-mates. A chick brooder is a specially designed, enclosed area that can be kept at a precise temperature to make sure the babies are warm and comfortable. Everything at the High Cascade Emu Ranch was perfect in every way for every bird and at every stage of their lives. I am extrememly critical about animal welfare and I was very impressed by every single detail. From chicks to juveniles to adults, their facilities were spacious, safe, clean, and comfortable.

(This picture is part of a series of shots taken at the High Cascade Emu Ranch, where I went with my husband on a photo club outing. I'll be showing many pictures of my visit in the coming weeks!)

I've uploaded two other pictures today and I hope you'll visit them too!

Thanks to all of you who have visited and have left comments and favorites! I try to go to all of your pages within a day or two and is a highlight for me to see your beautiful photography! :)

Explored on June 17, 2012, placement #159