In Bloom.
 
Thistles might be hard for sheep and cattle to deal with, but like many weeds, their blooms are a sight to behold. This one was captured on the last day of the southern spring, at the site of the future Pukerangi Observatory. Photo details: Canon 40D, ISO 320, 1/500th second exposure with a Canon EF 15mm fisheye lens @ f-11.

Image taken November 30th 2008