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Portable bacterial identification system based on elastic light scatter patterns
- Euiwon Bae,
- Dawei Ying,
- Donald Kramer,
- Valery Patsekin,
- Bartek Rajwa,
- Cheryl Holdman,
- Jennifer Sturgis,
- V Jo Davisson,
- J Paul Robinson
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Conventional diagnosis and identification of bacteria requires shipment of samples to a laboratory for genetic and biochemical analysis. This process can take days and imposes significant delay to action in situations where timely intervention can save lives and reduce associated costs. To enable faster response to an outbreak, a low-cost, small-footprint, portable microbial-identification instrument using forward scatterometry has been developed.
This device, weighing 9 lb and measuring 12 × 6 × 10.5 in., utilizes elastic light scatter (ELS) patterns to accurately capture bacterial colony characteristics and delivers the classification results via wireless access. The overall system consists of two CCD cameras, one rotational and one translational stage, and a 635-nm laser diode. Various software algorithms such as Hough transform, 2-D geometric moments, and the traveling salesman problem (TSP) have been implemented to provide colony count and circularity, centering process, and minimized travel time among colonies.
Experiments were conducted with four bacteria genera using pure and mixed plate and as proof of principle a field test was conducted in four different locations where the average classification rate ranged between 95 and 100%.
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- Title
- Portable bacterial identification system based on elastic light scatter patterns
- Open Access
- Available under Open Access This content is freely available online to anyone, anywhere at any time.
- Journal
Journal of Biological Engineering
- Online Date
- August 2012
- 10.1186/1754-1611-6-12
- Online ISSN
- 1754-1611
- Publisher
- BioMed Central
- Additional Links
- Topics
- Keywords
- Portable bacterial identification
- Forward scattering
- Colony count
- Automation
- Authors
- Euiwon Bae (1)
- Dawei Ying (2)
- Donald Kramer (3)
- Valery Patsekin (4)
- Bartek Rajwa (4) (5)
- Cheryl Holdman (4)
- Jennifer Sturgis (4)
- V Jo Davisson (6)
- J Paul Robinson (4) (5) (7)
- Author Affiliations
- 1. School of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA
- 2. School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA
- 3. Visiting researcher, Cytometry Laboratory, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA
- 4. Dr. J. Paul Robinson Purdue University Cytometry Laboratory, Bindley Bioscience Center, Purdue University, 1203 West State Street, Discovery Park, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA
- 5. Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA
- 6. Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA
- 7. Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA


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Fueling nozzle trips during refuel, at the same time, the "Service Engine Light" came up. Not coincidental. Did not see air leak in fuel tank though because when I removed the fuel cap after parking the car overnight (with car use the day before), the sucking sound lasts 10-15 seconds, so it doesn't sound like a gasket leak in the fuel tank. What is the best approach to solving the problem?
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3) Most kids who are homeschooled aren't really well educated, and probably socially awkward.
4) I am not a certified teacher and I personally didn't see myself as having a natural ability for teaching. I could never (there's that word again) give my kids a proper education.
5) I love being with my kids but I can't wait for a little quiet time back in my day!
So, what caused me to consider homeschooling?
Starting in first grade, my son started asking me to homeschool him. At first I didn't even consider asking him why he wanted me to homeschool him. I assumed I knew the reasons. He was not a fan of the 6:30 am wake-up call and morning hustle to be on the bus by 7:20 am. Neither was I. And most kids would rather be home playing then going to work at school every day.
But he persisted asking me to homeschool him because he was so bored. During the summer between 2nd and 3rd grade I finally decided to at least look into my schooling options.
What was it that made me change my mind?
My son's teachers confirmed that he was indeed bored. He would finish his work and then had to either put his head down on his desk and wait for the class to finish or sometimes he could help tutor other students.
I asked the teachers why they couldn't give him something more challenging while he waited. They all explained that with 25 students and one teacher, it was basically impossible to give individual attention to the needs of every student.
Something else they expressed really stuck with me, and anytime anyone asks me why we started homeschooling, I share this with them. When it comes to the planned curriculum, students basically fall into one of the following 3 catagories;
1) students who are right on target
2) students who are behind, and
3) students who are ahead.
Basically what happens in such a scenario is that the students who are behind, continue to fall farther behind. The teacher must stay on schedule and move on. The students who are ahead are usually bored.
Since the teachers were not able to provide challenging work for my child, they suggested I gave him challenging work at home. I was really already doing this but I found that a big challenge was this; after a long day of school and a couple additional hours of homework each night, there really wasn't much time or ambition to do extra work.
I finally decided, if I was going to be working to challenge him academically at home, maybe should at least take a peek at some homeschooling options. After considering my options, I found an online public home-school program that made me excited about trying it.
Why did I choose the public online school?
Well, I was very new to this whole idea. I literally went from being totally against the idea of homeschooling to being super excited. I knew of 3 possible homeschooling options;
- traditional homeschooling (or as I called it, doing your own thing)
- public online schooling (Books, curriculum, teacher support and computer was provided for free from the state. Diploma is awarded at graduation.)
- private homeschooling (You purchase a curriculum and your child does not receive a diploma upon graduation.)
I chose public online schooling because I did not feel qualified to teach my children and I was afraid that without a planned curriculum, my kids would not learn. Another bonus was that everything I needed to do was paid for by the state! When I started, I was told that my kids could work at their own pace. I found about 4 different public online schools and chose the one I thought looked the best.
So obviously, public online homeschooling works for us….. right?
Well, it used to work for us. The biggest reason I chose homeschooling was so my kids could work at their own pace. We carefully chose the school we did because I liked the idea of working with my kids and helping them learn. We had the option of teacher support, but online classroom sessions were optional. We usually opted out of most classroom connects because like in the brick and mortar school, we were able to master the work in a much shorter time then the class was able to. For example, for an hour long class connect, we might be able to complete the assignment in 20 minutes on our own.
The BIG problem we are having now is that just like public schools, online public schools are feeling more pressure to score high on the state testing and as a result, they are now adding a lot more mandatory busy-work to the students load. Classes that used to be optional are now mandatory. Study Island is a website that helps students prepare for state testing and is also now mandatory for every student. There are also more benchmark and Scantron tests throughout the year, helping the teachers to gauge if the students are going to be ready for the state tests. I've been told that it's only going to get more burdensome next year when the Common Core standards are implemented in our state.
I used to have no issues with State Testing but I've learned a lot more recently and now I'm very against it. (More on that in a future post.) While there are still many benefits to having my kids do their schooling at home, they really are not free to learn at their own pace as I once believed.
So now what?
I have been doing a lot of research and I've realized that there are other options available. I realize that prior to what I told myself in the past, I am very capable of teaching my children on my own. I may not have a certificate that says I'm qualified, but I know my children. I know what their likes and their goals are and what my hopes are for them. Teaching is a natural thing that we do with our children but I think we have forgotten that because of the fact that we are so used to just sending them off to someone else to do the teaching when they are very young. There are 3 months left in the school year and I'm planning on having them finish the year, but I have found that there are so many resources available to help educate our children without sending them to a public school and I'm really excited to get started. Since I've changed my perspective, we already have started.
So that's where we stand right now on the issue. I wanted to provide a little background for anyone who is reading this blog and considering their options because it seems more and more people I know and meet are very concerned about sending their kids to school for various reasons. This is my back-story but I have a lot more to share on this subject.
I love having conversations about homeschooling and I welcome your comments, thoughts, and questions on the subject!


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tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:blogdestructoidhttp://bulk2.destructoid.com/ele2/images/destructoid/favicon.ico2014-11-04T16:00:00Ztag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=283423Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreTomorrow's Nintendo Direct covers 3DS and Wii U games2014-11-04T16:00:00Z2014-11-04T16:00:00Z
Been a while! Nintendo will stream its next Direct presentation tomorrow at 2:00pm Pacific. There will be "updates on upcoming titles for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS" which, yeah, not much to go on.

Hoping to hear more about the 2015 lineup -- Splatoon, Yoshi's Woolly World, and Kirby and the Rainbow Curse, in particular -- but this could just as easily be a push for Nintendo's remaining 2014 games and amiibos. An exact date for this month's Mario Kart 8 DLC would be nice.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=280714Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterHere's the entire Bayonetta 2 Nintendo Direct, check out the Star Fox costume2014-09-05T08:00:00Z2014-09-05T08:00:00Z

I'm still surprised that Nintendo is pushing Bayonetta 2 as hard as it is when Wonderful 101 matched their brand effortlessly, and they barely promoted it. As I've said in the past, every time I've seen this game demoed by a Nintendo representative, it's extremely awkward as they kind of look away when Bayonetta is being sexual and shrug their shoulders when something really violent happens. Like, am I supposed to enjoy it at that point? Too bad, I'm loving it.

Anyway, Bayonetta 2 got a Nintendo Direct last night, which revealed a few big developments. Most notably, Rodin is playable in Tag Climax mode, and there's a Fox McCloud costume now. Check out the full broadcast above.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=280584Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterBayonetta 2 is getting its own Nintendo Direct tomorrow2014-09-03T09:00:00Z2014-09-03T09:00:00Z
If you're interested in Bayonetta 2, you may want to clear your schedule for tomorrow afternoon. Nintendo has just announced that there will be a special Bayonetta related Nintendo Direct, held at 3PM PST on September 4th. It will feature "new details" on Bayonetta 2.

Along with Smash Bros and Hyrule Warriors, Nintendo has a pretty amazing schedule lined up for the rest of the year with some heavy-hitters.

Nintendo of America [Twitter]

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=279106Kyle MacGregorhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Kyle+MacGregorGrass cutting CONFIRMED for Hyrule Warriors2014-08-04T23:00:00Z2014-08-04T23:00:00Z
Cutting grass is an important part of The Legend of Zelda, you know. So, we were happy to hear series producer Eiji Aonuma confirm during tonight's Nintendo Direct that this time-honored tradition would be making a glorious return in Hyrule Warriors.

Who needs online multiplayer when you can chop up grass by your lonesome?

Hyrule Warriors Direct [Nintendo]

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=273043Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterGreninja and Charizard confirmed for Super Smash Bros.2014-04-08T17:40:00Z2014-04-08T17:40:00Z

Here are your new character reveals for the upcoming Super Smash Bros. game on Wii U and 3DS -- Pokemon's Greninja and Charizard. Both of them seem to handle without the Pokemon Trainer in tow, and have their own unique movesets. As a major proponent of Greninja, I'm definitely all over this addition.

Nintendo has also confirmed three returning fighters -- Yoshi, Sheik, and Zero Suit Samus. All of them will handle a bit differently. Finally, we have a few pictures in the gallery to browse, including Mega Man's Final Smash and Wireframe Little Mac.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=273040Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterPokemon will get more attention in the new Super Smash Bros.2014-04-08T17:29:00Z2014-04-08T17:29:00Z
[Update: Greninja and Charizard have also been confirmed as fully playable characters.]

Nintendo has given Pokemon a major focus in the new Smash Bros. games heading to the 3DS and Wii U this year, as Master Balls are entering the mix. They basically function as the same old Pokeball items you know and love in the old games, but only summon legendary Pokemon.

Confirmed Pocket Monsters include Meowth, Electrode, Eevee, Staryu, Metagross, Fennekin, Meloetta, Gogoat, Entei, Deoxys, Palkia, Kyurem, Victini, Keldeo, Xerneas. Mega Lucario was also shown, which is most likely his Final Smash. I'm totally okay with this!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=273038Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterSuper Smash Bros. Wii U online modes detailed2014-04-08T17:06:00Z2014-04-08T17:06:00Z
The online modes for Smash Bros. Wii U and 3DS have been revealed, and they sound like a massive step-up from Brawl. Nintendo notes that you can play online with friends and with random people -- but you want a "fast access point." They recommend a wired Wii U LAN adapter if you want to play online.

Here's the good stuff -- players will be able to play matches "For Fun" or "For Glory" -- this is basically unranked and ranked, respectively -- even though Nintendo notes that "ranked" won't be as detailed as other fighters. "For Fun" cuts out the Final Destination stage, has items, and queues up a random stage. "For Glory" is only Final Destination, and cuts out all items.

They also have a reporting system that is supposed to cut down on trolling, and bans may be given out.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=273039Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterSuper Smash Bros. 3DS out this summer, Wii U version out in winter2014-04-08T17:05:00Z2014-04-08T17:05:00Z
Nintendo has dropped a huge bomb on us at the start of the Smash Bros. flavored direct. The 3DS version will be released this summer, and the Wii U version will be released this winter. Yes, that's months after the 3DS iteration.

Wow! That's one way to get you to buy the game on 3DS. Smash director Sakurai notes that the 3DS version will run at 60fps, even in 3D, but some of the Pokemon will run at 30fps. It looks pretty great so far, but I know more than a few people will be pissed at this development.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=273024Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreLet's watch the Super Smash Bros. Direct together!2014-04-08T16:45:00Z2014-04-08T16:45:00Z

[Update: It's over! You can watch the presentation again in the embedded video above.]

We heard your guesses for what'll be announced at this afternoon's Super Smash Bros.-themed Nintendo Direct presentation and I liked what you all had to say. Tingle? That'd be a treat. Shulk? Total crowd-pleaser. There's also hope we'll get a release date and, according to Nintendo, that's officially happening: the game's "launch window" will be announced today.

It won't be long now until we find out that and more, so if you're able, come watch the Nintendo Direct with us as it happens live today at 3:00pm Pacific. We'll post any breakout information here on Destructoid, but consider this your comment thread to go wild in for the time being.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=272993Brittany Vincenthttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brittany+VincentBandai Namco reportedly recruiting talent for 'Smash Bros. 6' 2014-04-07T18:00:00Z2014-04-07T18:00:00Z
Nintendo may be hyping upcoming Smash Bros. titles for Wii U and 3DS, but according to Siliconera (via Game Jouhou) Bandai Namco has been sniffing around for talent to work on a "Smash Bros. 6" for a 2015 release.

As posted on Japanese job board website e-Career FA, Bandai Namco has been seeking programmers for "Smash Bros. 6," expected for release next year. The listing states that currently 120 people are hard at work on the project, but the company is hoping for that number to increase to 200 by the end of the hiring drive. While the job posting has since been taken down, the page was created by professional consultant Tatsuya Matsumura, who has additional live recruitment ads and a great track record on e-Career FA, so we can safely assume the ad is not a fake.

With both Wii U and 3DS Super Smash Bros. titles acting as the fourth and fifth games in the series and no official information regarding a sixth game, tomorrow's Nintendo Direct will hopefully shed some light on this development. An additional console release would be sweet, but at this point it's hard to say what could come to fruition.

Report: Bandai Namco Recruiting For A Smash Bros. Game Coming In 2015 [Siliconera]

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=272882Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreSuper Smash Bros. Direct set for Tuesday2014-04-04T12:30:00Z2014-04-04T12:30:00Z
We're always wanting Nintendo to divulge more Super Smash Bros. info during its presentations so why not just dedicate one of them to the game? Someone at the company had that same thought -- a Smash-centric Nintendo Direct is happening on Tuesday, April 8 at 3:00pm Pacific.

Go here and wait. Or, do fun stuff until Tuesday, but make sure you come back in time.

The Super Smash Bros. Direct will cover both the Wii U and 3DS versions of the game and I have to imagine we'll get at least one new character reveal. Anything less would be disappointing.

[Thanks, Mike]

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270523Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthBrand new footage from Monolith's X for Wii U2014-02-13T16:50:00Z2014-02-13T16:50:00Z

On today's Nintendo Direct, brand new battle engine footage from upcoming Monolith Soft Wii U game X was shown. Aside from the uninterrupted gameplay, Nintendo didn't give much more for us to go on other than that the battle system is based on Xenoblade Chronicles' battle system, except with more polish.

I... I love it. Robots, transformations, yelling from all sides, burning swords, shiny clothing, and all manner of different sized hitpoint numbers flying about. This is what my dreams look like.

If the low-res version from above doesn't float your boat, you can rewatch today's Nintendo Direct, jumping to the 35-minute mark.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270520Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterNES Remix 2 announced, includes Mario 32014-02-13T16:36:00Z2014-02-13T16:36:00Z
Nintendo has announced NES Remix 2, as a follow-up to the original NES Remix on the Nintendo Wii U. Confirmed games include Ice Hockey, Wario's Woods, Zelda II, Super Mario Bros. 2, Dr. Mario, Kirby's Adventure, Super Mario Bros. 3, Kid Icarus, Punch Out!!, Metroid, Mario Open Golf, and Super Mario Bros.

It also comes with an extra game titled "Super Luigi Bros." It'll drop on April 25th.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270521Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthGame Boy Advance coming this April to Virtual Console2014-02-13T16:35:00Z2014-02-13T16:35:00Z
We heard last year that Game Boy Advance titles would be coming to Virtual Console, and now Nintendo is just about ready to kick that program off. In today's Nintendo Direct, Satoru Iwata said that we would be seeing the first games launch this April on Virtual Console.

Metroid Fusion (NICE!), Mario and Luigi Super Star Saga, and Yoshi's Island: Super Mario Advance 3 will be among the first titles to hit the service.

What else should they be pulling from the GBA library?

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270491Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterInazuma Eleven drops on the 3DS eShop...today!2014-02-13T16:23:00Z2014-02-13T16:23:00Z
Remember when we reported that Inazuma Eleven was probably releasing in North America on the 3DS eShop, and then the listing mysteriously disappeared?

Well it looks like Level-5 was saving it for today's Nintendo Direct, as it will be available on the eShop today. Sweet!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270513Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthFORE! Mario Golf World Tour hits the green on May 22014-02-13T16:12:00Z2014-02-13T16:12:00Z

Today's Nintendo Direct let us know that 3DS title Mario Golf World Tour is launching on May 2nd. As a crazed videogame golf fan, I can't wait.

Today, Iwata showed off a new mode that lets you use your Mii characters to play through the game. The eight items you can purchase at the shop (clubs, balls, clothing, and more) can be equipped and used. You'll be able to customize your Mii and then take it into tournaments.

Winning tournaments will let you progress to enter higher class ones later. There will be the ability to take your Mii and practice on certain aspects of play, like putting or approaches, too.

I seriously cannot wait.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270516Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterPokemon Battle Trozei will launch on March 20th2014-02-13T16:12:00Z2014-02-13T16:12:00Z

It's been a while since we've seen a Pokemon Trozei puzzle game, but Pokemon Battle Trozei is on the way to the 3DS with a March 20th release date.

Nintendo didn't give much information about the puzzle title in today's Nintendo Direct, but they did mention that it would include "over 700" Pokemon, all the way up to the current generation of X & Y.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270510Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterKirby: Triple Deluxe will launch on May 2nd on the 3DS2014-02-13T16:10:00Z2014-02-13T16:10:00Z

During today's Nintendo Direct, president Satoru Iwata announced that Kirby: Triple Deluxe will launch on May 2nd, 2014 in North America. That's the exact same date as Mario Golf: World Tour, also launching on the 3DS.

In the meantime, enjoy the new trailer above!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270511Patrick Hancockhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Patrick+HancockLittle Mac added to the Super Smash Bros. roster!2014-02-13T16:05:00Z2014-02-13T16:05:00Z

Most everyone asked for him, and he's finally here!

No longer just an assist trophy, Little Mac from the Punch-Out! series has finally joined the newest installment of Super Smash Bros.!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=270443Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreWii U and 3DS Nintendo Direct scheduled for tomorrow2014-02-12T14:30:00Z2014-02-12T14:30:00Z
The next Nintendo Direct presentation, scheduled for Thursday, February 13 at 2:00pm Pacific, features Wii U and 3DS games "launching by the end of spring," according to Nintendo. Here's the link you'll want to use tomorrow, or just stay here on Destructoid. Either way.

I'm thinking we won't hear any grand announcements following Nintendo's lowered sales forecasts for both systems earlier this year, but it's been long enough since the last Nintendo Direct that there have got to be a few items of note. What do you predict?

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267787Max Scovillehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Max+ScovilleDr. Luigi, Hyrule Warriors, NES Remix & Kingdom Come2013-12-19T19:45:00Z2013-12-19T19:45:00Z
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Hey gang! Sorry I wasn't around on Tuesday, but there wasn't a whole lot of news -- so here's a rundown of today's big news, including yesterday's big ol' Nintendo Direct, that new realistic medieval RPG Kingdom Come: Deliverance, and the Xbox One's upcoming documentary series on the E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Atari 2600 game. No, seriously.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267721Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreEverything that happened in today's Nintendo Direct2013-12-18T18:00:00Z2013-12-18T18:00:00Z

A mix of old and new, this week's Nintendo Direct was a pleasant surprise. Remixed NES games packaged into an eShop title that's out right now with no buildup? That's our Nintendo. Zelda x Dynasty Warriors? Well, hello there. If you missed the broadcast earlier today, find the full video embedded above, or skim our breakout posts:

Hyrule Warriors is Dynasty Warriors with Link in it

Original Yoshi's Island creator assisting with 'New' game

Two new modes announced for Kirby: Triple Deluxe

Nintendo will distribute free Celebis with the Bank App

Sonic Lost World getting amazing new Nintendo DLC

Dr. Luigi is a new Dr. Mario for the Wii U

Chibi-Robo! returns with Photo Finder on 3DS in January

NES Remix announced for the Wii U, available today

The Year of Luigi has officially been extended

Super Mario Galaxy's Rosalina joins Smash Bros. roster

Bravely Default is getting a North American demo soon

Crank Kong goes bananas in new Donkey Kong trailer

Golf arrives for Wii Sports Club on Wii U

This Mario Kart 8 trailer marks Rosalina's debut

The real highlight, of course, was Reggie's tiny Christmas tree.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267687Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterBravely Default is getting a North American demo soon2013-12-18T08:48:00Z2013-12-18T08:48:00Z

According to NOA President Reggie Fils-Aime, Nintendo will be releasing a North American demo on January 2nd for Bravely Default. Europe already got in on this action weeks ago, but this one will focus on a particular side-story. Certain items and Street Passes can be carried over to your full retail copy.

Expect the full game to drop in February 2014 -- oh, and there's already a sequel in the works, in case you hadn't heard.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267685Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterThe Year of Luigi has officially been extended2013-12-18T08:33:00Z2013-12-18T08:33:00Z
[Update: it's available for 1,500 Coins with a March 2014 shipment date. Great googly moogly!]

After hearing some hubbub about "extending the Year of Luigi in 2014" from Nintendo of America, Iwata has made it officially official worldwide this morning on the latest Nintendo Direct -- the celebrations will continue into the upcoming year!

Whether or not this involves more Luigi games outside of Dr. Luigi is unclear, but Iwata says to check Club Nintendo "sometime in 2014" for more information on the special Luigi statue, pictured above.

YEAR OF LUIGI 2014!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267684Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterDr. Luigi is a new Dr. Mario for the Wii U2013-12-18T08:25:00Z2013-12-18T08:25:00Z
"Doctor Luigi is in the house."

That opening line from Iwata during this morning's Nintendo Direct may have shook the Earth, and I'm still recovering. That's right, Dr. Luigi is still coming to the Wii U on December 31st, just in time for the Year of Luigi 2013.

Miis will appear in the middle in some modes, and Iwata notes that the game will be generally easier than Dr. Mario, which is good news for newcomers.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267682Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterSonic Lost World getting amazing new Nintendo DLC2013-12-18T08:21:00Z2013-12-18T08:21:00Z
[Update: check out our full impressions piece of the DLC here.]

At this morning's Nintendo Direct, Satoru Iwata announced a brand new piece of Sonic Lost World DLC that's exclusive to the Wii U. The game is getting a "Yoshi's Island Zone," which includes pipes, coins, and other bits and pieces of Mario. According to Iwata, it's available right now for free!

Iwata hints at the next piece of DLC -- you can link your Wii U to the eShop early next year. Link? Get it?

Zelda, folks.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267681Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterNintendo will distribute free Celebis with the Bank App2013-12-18T08:17:00Z2013-12-18T08:17:00Z
The Pokemon X & Y Bank App is coming later this month, and it'll allow you to store your creatures into cloud storage, as well as transfer all your captures from Black or White. We knew all this already, but Iwata has just announced a new promotion during this morning's Nintendo Direct.

If you register your app before September 30th, 2014, you'll get a free Celebi. Neat! You have plenty of time to do this, so you may as well grab the free trial.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267677Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterOriginal Yoshi's Island creator assisting with 'New' game2013-12-18T08:10:00Z2013-12-18T08:10:00Z

Satoru Iwata has announced that Takashi Tezuka, the Director of the original Yoshi's Island for the SNES, will be working on Yoshi's New Island -- the upcoming 3DS game. Iwata stated that he has been overseeing the general development of the title, which bodes well for fans of the SNES classic (myself included).

Yoshi's New Island will launch in Spring 2014. That's soon!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=267616Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthNintendo Direct scheduled for tomorrow morning2013-12-17T10:15:00Z2013-12-17T10:15:00Z
Nintendo sends word of a Nintendo Direct broadcast, scheduled for tomorrow, December 18, at 6 a.m. PT (9 a.m. ET). They say they'll be focusing on Wii U and 3DS software launching thorough Spring 2014.

As always, we'll have the news covered here on Destructoid as soon as it breaks. Watch along with us on Nintendo's streaming page.

Do you think we'll hear about some new games tomorrow?

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=265598Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreToday's 3DS-centric Nintendo Direct in its entirety2013-11-13T12:30:00Z2013-11-13T12:30:00Z

Okay, so the news from this Nintendo Direct was fairly standard outside of a few highlights like unified account balances for 3DS and Wii U (finally!) and Miiverse on 3DS, but how about that intro with Bill Trinen and Reggie Fils-Aime? I adore these things.

Even if you don't stick around to the end, find your way there to catch some wonderful footage of Super Mario 3D World. It's nice to see Rosalina confirmed as a playable character, too.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=265596Alessandro Fillarihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Alessandro+FillariA Link Between Worlds custom 3DS coming November 222013-11-13T10:52:00Z2013-11-13T10:52:00Z

During this morning's Nintendo Direct event, the platform holder issued a reminder regarding its plans to release a custom 3DS XL to celebrate the launch of the recent entry in the Legend of Zelda series, coming out November 22nd in North America

This version of the handheld will feature a gold colored cover along with the triforce emblems stamped on the front and back of the system. In addition to this, the device will also come with a downloaded copy of A Link Between Worlds ready for play when the system is powered on.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=265518Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreNintendo Direct returns with 3DS news on November 132013-11-12T12:00:00Z2013-11-12T12:00:00Z
The next Nintendo Direct is scheduled for Wednesday, November 13 at 8:00am Pacific.

You'll be able to catch Nintendo president Satoru Iwata and his ragtag group of costumed friends show off 3DS games launching through early 2014. As always, that'll be viewable on this site and we'll be here, hopefully wide awake, breaking out stories from the presentation.

Now when I say "we," I mean "people other than me." I'll be in a coma-esque state of sleep.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262779Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthWorldwide online in Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Games2013-10-01T10:45:00Z2013-10-01T10:45:00Z

Here's a question: why does Peach have to wear tights to ice skate while Bowser gets to go bare-bottom? They have lots of dumb laws over in Sochi. Maybe a 'dinos must not wear pants' law is also in place.

We learned from this morning's Nintendo Direct that for the first time ever, anyone from registered friends to random folks around the world can play in online matches (via broadband internet) in a Mario & Sonic Olympics game. Ski Cross, Snowboard Cross and Short Track Speed Skating, and a combo Dream Event make up the four online-compatible events. What's cool is that every time you earn a medal in online events, you also earn points for your home country. Just like the Olympics. Or a World War.

Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games launches on Wii U on November 15. A downloadable eShop version will be priced at $49.99, and a Wii Remote Plus store bundle will be available for $59.99.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262778Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceStreetPass relay system will now allow six tags at once2013-10-01T10:28:00Z2013-10-01T10:28:00Z
Remember when Nintendo announced that the 3DS' StreetPass function would be improved so that you would get tagged whenever you passed through a Nintendo Zone location? The way the system works, two 3DS owners don't have to be present at the same time. Instead, you'll be able to tag the last person who had been hanging out in that spot.

That's all well and good in the sparse areas of the US, but it still isn't good enough if it's limited to just one tag. But later this month, Nintendo will bump that number up so that you'll receive data from the last six people. That's much, much better and should have been such from the beginning.

You still need to be present at the Nintendo Zone location (Best Buy, Starbucks, etc.) for a minute or so to get the data. It's not like you can just drive by in your car and get tagged.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262776Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthWii Remote Plus Mario and Luigi coming Nov. 12013-10-01T10:15:00Z2013-10-01T10:15:00Z
In this morning's Nintendo Direct, Iwata reminds us that the Wii Remote Plus Mario and Luigi controllers are set to hit shelves on November 1. They don't do anything different than other Wii Remote Plus controllers, but they have the cute L or R on them, which makes the plain white ones look lame.

Nintendo has a MSRP of $39.99 set for these controllers. See

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262777Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceWii Party U lets you knit and scoop water2013-10-01T10:12:00Z2013-10-01T10:12:00Z

Man, the four-player fun in Wii Party U just doesn't let up!

You can play "Water Runners," in which you scoop up water from a river... then pour it into a bottle! Then there is a game where you lay the GamePad and all Wii Remotes on the floor, then everyone has to... press all the buttons! And you can knit! My heart can't take it all!

When the game arrives on October 25, it'll come bundled with a Wii Remote Plus as well as a special stand so that you may lay the GamePad horizontally on the floor or table. Wonderful!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262774Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceAnother Bravely Default trailer to slobber over2013-10-01T09:51:00Z2013-10-01T09:51:00Z

Another English trailer for the Square Enix 3DS RPG Bravely Default? Yes, please! Some of the voices are a bit grating, but at least we'll have the option of switching to Japanese when the game comes out next year.

By the way guys, did you know that Revo, the composer for Bravely Default, is also the frontman for Linked Horizon, the band that performs the two opening themes for Attack on Titan? Yep, chew on that for a while!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262772Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceA Link Between Worlds will allow you to sequence break2013-10-01T09:36:00Z2013-10-01T09:36:00Z
For the longest time now, the common Zelda formula has been (1) enter dungeon, (2) get item from dungeon, (3) use that item to beat that dungeon, and (4) go to new dungeon and get new item. A Link Between Worlds is going to buck the trend a little bit.

According the new Nintendo Direct, you don't have to clear the dungeons in a specific order. Like in the original NES game, you can enter any dungeon at your leisure (provided you can get there, of course). There will still be puzzles that require certain items to beat, but you'll be able to rent them from a place called Ravio's Shop. This should give players a little more freedom that they've been craving from their Zelda experience.

A Link Between Worlds hits the 3DS on November 22.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262771Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceAce Attorney - Dual Destinies demo on eShop today2013-10-01T09:25:00Z2013-10-01T09:25:00Z
Getting ready for Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies on October 24? Pump yourself with a demo on the 3DS eShop today. Get your finger pointing on as soon as you can.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262768Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceSonic vs. Mega Man in Smash Bros. 4!!!2013-10-01T09:16:00Z2013-10-01T09:16:00Z
IN THIS WOOOOOOOORLD, WHERE LIFE IS STROOOOOOOONG!
IN THIS WOOOOOOOORLD, LIFE'S AN OPEN BOOK!
IN THIS WOOOOOOOORLD, WHERE COMPROMISE DOES NOT EXIST!
IN THIS WORLD OF WORLDS, EVERY STEP MEETS THE REST!

Sonic in Smash 4, everyone! My dream of Sonic vs. Mega Man will happen!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262766Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceSuper Mario 3D World lets you clone yourself2013-10-01T09:12:00Z2013-10-01T09:12:00Z

In this morning's Nintendo Direct, CEO Satoru Iwata revealed a whole bunch of new abilities for Mario and crew in the upcoming Wii U platformer. By picking up a cherry, you can clone your character several times. Kuribo's Shoe is back, and it can be used to skate on ice, and you'll also be able to wear costumes to disguise yourself as Goombas or carry Piranha Plant pots to have them attack enemies for you.

Tied into the game is a pair of Mario and Luigi-themed Wii Remote Pluses, which will release on November 1. Look forward to that.

Super Mario 3D World has been marked for November 22. Get your scratching posts ready!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=262710Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthNintendo Direct set for tomorrow, Oct. 12013-09-30T12:30:00Z2013-09-30T12:30:00Z
This is your heads up that a Nintendo Direct will take place tomorrow, October 1, at 7 a.m. Pacific/10 a.m. Eastern. Nintendo says that this one will focus on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS games launching later this year.

I'm guessing this is our full look at their Fall lineup. Do you think we should be expecting any notable news?

Come back tomorrow morning and hit up this link to watch along.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=261260Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenYou can use the original starters in Pokemon X and Y2013-09-04T07:00:00Z2013-09-04T07:00:00Z

Shrewd, Nintendo.

During this morning's Nintendo Direct, we learned that Pokemon X/Y would grant you access to six possible starter Pokemon. The additional three are Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Charmander; the original three starter Pokemon. Your friend will first offer you one of the X/Y starters, while the game's rock star professor will then let you pick among the original three.

Talk about an appeal to nostalgia. Now I don't have to worry about which crappy new starter I want to be burdened with because they literally don't matter. To me, anyway. But now I have to decide which of the original three is my favorite. This is more difficult.

Additionally, Bulbasaur, Squirtle, Charmander will have their own Mega Evolutions. Mega Venusaur, Mega Charizard and Mega Blastoise are unlocked throughout the game. All three look stupid. Mega Evolution is apparently tied to a trainer's Mega Ring bracelet and the Pokemon's Mega Stone. The connection between the Pokemon and trainer are key. This new region (and game) is really pushing the Mega Evolution angle.

There is also a Pokemon Bank app available for purchase (plus an annual fee) that lets you fill 100 boxes with Pokemon and sort through them with ease. Plus, there is also a subsequent Poke Transporter, which helps import your monsters from Pokemon Black/White, Pokemon Black 2/White 2. You can transport the critters into the Bank and then into X and Y. You need the Bank to use the Transporter.

Nintendo also confirmed our earlier reports of Pokemon X and Pokemon Y themed red and blue 3DS models.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=259739Tony Poncehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tony+PonceThe Wonderful 101 demo is live on the eShop2013-08-09T18:30:00Z2013-08-09T18:30:00Z

Nintendo held another Direct stream this morning, focusing entirely on The Wonderful 101 and why it might very well be the greatest thing ever. And rounding out the stream was the above seven-and-a-half-minute trailer that ran through the entire Wonderful Ones squad, introducing the Russian Wonder Yellow and gadget-loving Wonder Black for the first time.

Following the Nintendo Direct, PlatinumGames announced that European and Japanese Wii U owners could download a demo from the eShop right now. From the wording, it sounded like Americans would have had to wait a few extra days or weeks to get their fix, but it's now officially available in the US as well.

Everyone else gets the game on August 23 while the US has to wait until September 15, but this demo will make that wait so much easier. Thanks for listening to my pleas, Platinum!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=259549Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterA bunch of titles coming to Nintendo's Virtual Console2013-08-07T09:30:00Z2013-08-07T09:30:00Z
Nintendo has announced today that a number of games will be coming to the North American Virtual Console, most notably the ultra rare shoot 'em up Summer Carnival '92: Recca. Recca was known to be one of the biggest technical achievements at the time, and copies now go for upwards of $400 or more.

It hit the Japanese 3DS Virtual Console late last year, and now, it's coming here with the timeline of "soon." As a shmup fan, I'm really excited to try it out. In other news, Donkey Kong (NES) is coming soon, as is the great Wario Land 3, which is hitting the 3DS VC on August 29th. Super Mario Bros. 3 (3DS, Wii U) and Tecmo Bowl are coming later this year.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=259551Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterLuigi confirmed for Super Smash Bros. Wii U and 3DS2013-08-07T09:25:00Z2013-08-07T09:25:00Z
In today's Nintendo Direct, Satoru Iwata was proud to announce yet another development in the "Year of Luigi" campaign -- Luigi is confirmed for the 3DS and Wii U Smash Bros. game that's currently in development.

Considering Luigi was one of my mains in Melee, I'm really excited for this news. It's not like we really doubted he would be in anyway, but still, it's great news, as he's an excellent addition to the franchise.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=259550Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterProfessor Layton vs. Ace Attorney announced for US, EU2013-08-07T09:20:00Z2013-08-07T09:20:00Z

[Update: European release also confirmed.]

Late last year, Japan got an amazing crossover in Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney -- leaving everyone else in the dark as to when it would be announced worldwide. But due to today's Nintendo Direct, we now have full confirmation -- Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney will be hitting the Nintendo 3DS in 2014.

This is one of the biggest releases on the 3DS, so it's a huge win for portable fans everywhere. I can't wait to dig into it!

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=259547Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterRayman Legends Wii U to feature Mario and Luigi costumes2013-08-07T09:10:00Z2013-08-07T09:10:00Z
During today's Nintendo Direct, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Rayman Legends will feature exclusive Mario and Luigi costumes for Rayman and Globox. This is basically Nintendo's answer to the platform specific costumes of Splinter Cell and Assassin's Creed (although the latter is still coming to the Wii U).

Rayman Legends is still thankfully on track for an August 30th release date in Europe, and September 3rd in North America.

 tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=258327Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterNintendo debuts two mini-Directs today2013-07-18T12:45:00Z2013-07-18T12:45:00Z

Today, Nintendo dropped a pair of stealthy mini-Direct presentations that mostly went over information we already knew. Specifically, both videos address the success of Animal Crossing, and talk a bit about Pikmin 3 and Wonderful 101.

The US Direct (featured above) demos the new 3DS Streetpass DLC, and talks more about upcoming Wii U games (exclusive or otherwise), including these two lists right here, Cloudberry Kingdom, and DuckTales Remastered.

Besides EarthBound, the only real announcements are the StreetPass enhancement news, and the fact that you have the opportunity to play Pikmin 3 a day early if you reserve a digital copy at GameStop. So that's a thing, while Europeans can get 30% off The Wonderful 101 by buying Pikmin 3 digitally.

Also, Nintendo's Bill Trinen lovingly ate some fruit -- I think I see a theme here.

 Read more...tag:http://www.destructoid.com/,2014:/post.phtml?pk=257031Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterWatch the entire Nintendo Direct Pikmin presentation here2013-06-26T08:00:00Z2013-06-26T08:00:00Z

This morning, Nintendo put on a special Japan-only Nintendo Direct specifically for Pikmin 3. It's basically a "Let's Play" for the game starring Miyamoto, as he leads someone through a demonstration of a typical level.

For those of you who just want the footage, it technically starts at 2:50 in, but you don't really get anything past menu footage until approximately 4:50. The presentation may be entirely in Japanese, but Miyamoto's enthusiasm is a universal language.


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The good news about isolated nocturnal enuresis (or bed wetting) is that as long as it is isolated (no daytime or awake symptoms) there is nothing to worry about. It is simply a form of developmental delay that the child will outgrow. It is often inherited (Did mother/father/aunts/uncles wet the bed?), and is more common in boys.
The usual preventative methods tried by families (no drinking before bedtime, periodic awakenings during the night, etc) don't work, because as soon as the child reaches a certain level of sleep, the bladder will empty whatever it's holding. There is no real reason to treat before the age of 7 anyway, as it is ineffective and as many as 15% of 6 year olds still wet the bed. Typically, after the age of 6, 15% of children will get better every year on their own.
If you would like to treat your child's bedwetting there are two main options: Medications and the Bedwetting Alarm.
There are no perfect medical therapies for bedwetting. They are for the most part less effective than the bedwetting alarm (see below), and as is the case for all medications, may have side effects. Therefore, we don't usually recommend medical therapy for these children.
If you have a child that wets the bed, and you would like some therapy for a temporary time period (sleep over, summer camp, etc) the medication DDAVP may be helpful. This medication does reduce the number of wet episodes during use in some children, as it decreases the amount of urine produced at night, but it does not cure bedwetting, and as soon as you stop the therapy, the wetting usually returns. If you are interested in this type of therapy, see your doctor.
The most effective therapy for bedwetting is the bedwetting alarm which is available for purchase from many vendors online or your neighborhood pharmacy. However, the bedwetting alarm must be used correctly to work.
The device consists of an alarm that is activated when your child wets the bed. The important point is that the child must wake up when the alarm goes off. Most parents complain that their child sleeps too deeply and sleeps right through the alarm. This does happen but for this therapy to work, the entire family must be committed to using the alarm correctly. This means your child has to wake up either by hearing the alarm or by you waking them up when you hear the alarm. The child must then turn off the alarm themselves, go to the bathroom to empty their bladder, return to bed, and reset the alarm.
If you follow these steps precisely, every night, then the bedwetting will resolve faster than it would have on its own.
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A close look at a gray whale
Eschrichtius robustus 2014 12-18 Sta Cruz Island-101
The tail flukes of a diving humpback whale are reflected in the smooth fluke print left by an earlier diving humpback
Megaptera novaeangliae 2014 12-10 SB Channel-101
Humpback whale waterfall
Megaptera novaeangliae 2014 10-01 SB Channel-101
Close look at a blue whale
Balaenoptera musculus 2014 07-01 SB Channel-b-101
Megaptera novaengliae spyhop seq with kelp Macrocystis 2008 06-08 SB Channel--101
Zalophus californianus on sea cliffs 2008 08-19 Sta Cruz Island - 101
Tail flukes of a humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) with the cliffs of western Ventura County and Highway 101 in the back.
The mighty tail fluke of a humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) with the cliffs of western Ventura County and Highway 101 in the back.
Highway 101 along west Ventura is seen in the background of this tail fluking humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae).
This is a very close look at the top of the head of a humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) as the whale passed directly under the boat.
Close look at a Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) spouting.
Two Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) showing their humpie-ness.
Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae).
Very very close up look at a feeding Humpback Whale. We are viewing the top of the head/rostrum The mouth is closed with some water being ejected (especially on the right side). Under the water we can see the expanded gullar pouch full of water and krill. The top of the animal appears mottled as water streams off the back.
Looking from the back towards the head of a giant Blue Whale which is just starting to spout.
Close look at the back of a Blue Whale with stalked barnacles attached to its dorsal fin.
A close look at the head and spout of a Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae).
Two Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) side-by-side with the larger animal lunge feeding. A curious Western Gull (Larus occidentalis) circles the action from a safe elevation.
A friendly Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) visits the whalers on board the Condor Express.
Resting on the volcanic rocky ledges of Santa Cruz Island...a young bull California Sea Lion (Zalophus californianus) and a bunch of females. A female seen just to the left of center has been branded with large numbers and has yellow tracking tags on right and left flippers.
Looking from tail to head: spouting sequence image 3 of 6.