All of these animal photos appeal to me because of the textures I see.
Hiss. Not sure what else to say except he is LOOKING AT ME!!!
A few of my other favourite animal photos. Sorry for any of you who have seen them before, The first is the image I use for the header of my page. Its a pelican (my favourite bird).
The second was the opening shot I did for my September Macro Month/Post a day Challenge. I found this little guy in my garden. Caterpillars aren’t generally welcome, but this photo got this one a stay of execution. Lucky him.
Learning the Light 
Great photos!
Thanks!