Around the village of University Heights, one can see logos, murals, paintings, signs, and statues all depicting ostriches. At the turn of the last century, Bentley Ostrich Farm relocated to the neighborhood—and it brought visitors from across Southern California.
But the place closed in 1929. The feathers were less in demand as a luxury, and economic crisis began its grip on the nation. Many, but not all, of the birds were relocated to San Diego Zoo.
What a surprise seen along a tributary of Meade Ave., West side of Park Blvd, on Aug. 28, 2025. I walked with a friend who was stinging from the sudden loss of her job. The ostrich cut-outs lightened the mood, and I had to make the moment.
The Featured Image, composed as captured, comes from Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Vitals: f/3.4, ISO 64, 1/500 sec, 115mm (film equivalent); 11:15 a.m. PDT. In post-production, Microsoft Photos supplied the Burn filter.