The snow monkeys are quite the favourite among nature photographers. I had seen so many stunning photos of them prior to my trip to Nagano, Japan, spring 2015. These snow monkeys are unique and quite docile. However, the weather was not exactly on my side at the time. I was expecting snow so I could mimic those famous photos I saw. Anyhow, these are some of the photos of the snow monkeys that I took.

 

Adult snow monkey grooming a younger one

They enjoy grooming each other as seen in this photo

A female snow monkey with her infant

Another adult snow monkey

More grooming scene


A cute little infant


Infants playing around


Favourite past-time


Atop


Adult monkey posing nicely by the water stream

Their very own 'Onsen'

Time for a sip!


Just an adult snow monkey hanging around

Yours truly,
A.T.

During my trip in Chengdu, China, I went to the breeding centre to see pandas for the very first time. They are very adorable and clumsy too.  The breeding centre itself is a beautiful attraction with breath-taking lakes and parks. I sure hope I will visit it again. Here are some photos I took there:

A young panda

Another young panda

An adult panda

A young panda cub

Yours truly,

A.T.