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Photo taken in Azraq Wetland Reserve, Jordan
تم التقاط هذه الصورة في محمية الأزرق المائية، الأردن
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The Ngorongoro crater is one of the largest volcanic calderas in the world. The crater houses about 25,000 animals of very different species. It is considered one of the smaller areas where it is possible to see the big five, the five most representative animals of Africa: the lion, the leopard, the elephant, the buffalo and the rhinoceros (if the hippopotamus is included, then it should be enlarged the denomination to the big six). In addition, in the circle it is possible to observe, with a bit of luck, the exotic black rhinoceros, possibly the biggest attraction of the park.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, February 2016
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This stunning adult Yellow-billed Loon was just offshore at Simpson Point on Herschel Island-Qikiqtaruk on 12 June 2015.
This species has not been confirmed breeding in the Yukon, so seeing birds around Herschel through late June was intriguing.
The wildebeests, also called gnus, are a genus of antelopes, scientific name Connochaetes. They belong to the family Bovidae, which includes antelopes, cattle, goats, sheep and other even-toed horned ungulates. Connochaetes includes two species, both native to Africa: the black wildebeest, or white-tailed gnu; and the blue wildebeest, or brindled gnu.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, February 2016
The Ngorongoro crater is one of the largest volcanic calderas in the world. The crater houses about 25,000 animals of very different species. It is considered one of the smaller areas where it is possible to see the big five, the five most representative animals of Africa: the lion, the leopard, the elephant, the buffalo and the rhinoceros (if the hippopotamus is included, then it should be enlarged the denomination to the big six). In addition, in the circle it is possible to observe, with a bit of luck, the exotic black rhinoceros, possibly the biggest attraction of the park.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, February 2016
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This is a photo I took in one of the Forests of the "Mont Saint-Hilaire" in Canada. Mont Saint-Hilaire is a steep-sided circular formation rising some 250 meters above the Saint Lawrence plain. It comprises one of the last remnants of old growth deciduous forest in Quebec and hosts many rare and endangered species. It is located about 32 km east of Montreal. The biosphere reserve is located near a major urban region of some 3.5 million people. Increasing urban development around Mont Saint-Hilaire and a growing number of visitors has led to the multiplication of human disturbances and fragmentation of the forest which once covered the entire Richelieu Valley. The protection of the greenbelt and forest corridors which surround Mount Saint-Hilaire is one of the main goals of the biosphere reserve. (Source: www.unesco.org)
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Bay of Roses (Catalonia). "La Rubina" beach. Natural park area of Aiguamolls. Golfo de Rosas.
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A view of Sangumburi (산굼부리), an impressive flat volcanic crater with a diameter of about 350m and a depth of 125m. It is a Marr crater, produced by an explosion in a flat area. One cannot walk around the rim, to protect the crater’s wildlife, but the views from the accessible side, after a very short climb, are sweeping.
Jordan/2019 (The Wadi Rum desert valley also known as the Valley of the Moon, is located at 1600 meters above sea level in a mountainous region formed by granite and sandstone. It is the longest wadi in Jordan. The name rum means "high" or "high" in the Aramaic language, and its pronunciation denotes the nearby Arab influence. The highest point of Uadi Rum is Mount Jabal Umm ad Dami, with 1854 meters above sea level.
Wadi Rum has been inhabited since prehistoric times by various cultures, including the Nabataeans, who have left their mark on the petroglyphs. Since 2007, the desert inhabits several Bedouin tribes.
Wadi Rum is known by the British army officer T. E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), who used it as a base of operations during the Arab Rebellion of 1917-1918. In the Eighties, one of the most spectacular rock formations of Wadi Rum was named The Seven Pillars of Wisdom in honor of the book of the same name by Lawrence, although it has nothing to do with it...)
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Pirates of the bird world, frigatebirds harass other seabirds and plunder their food. | Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, Kauai, Hawaii | July 9, 2022 [ebird.org/checklist/S114770134]
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A peaceful mist blankets the landscape at Hendrie Valley Sanctuary in Burlington, Ontario, part of the Royal Botanical Gardens. Soft fog drifts through the trees and over the wetlands, creating an ethereal and tranquil atmosphere. The muted colors and diffused light evoke a sense of stillness, perfect for themes related to nature, reflection, seasonal transitions, and early morning beauty in a protected Canadian habitat.
A nesting Semipalmated Plover at Herschel Island-Qikiqtaurk on the Yukon's Arctic Coast, 15 June 2015.
Blue-striped Snapper, Lutjanus kasmira, North Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean, Asia
UNA HISTORIA MÁS DE FOTOGRAFÍA DE NATURALEZA 18 // ONE MORE WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY STORY 18
…………….“¿Habrás hecho alguna foto? ¡No todo es diversión!!! ju, ju!!!” “¡No trabaja, no hace nada, es un vago, solo fotos de bichos!”.
Todo esto te afecta más de lo que tu quisieras y es entonces cuando piensas en dejarlo, ¡Abandono, no merece la pena…….lo dejo! ¡A la mierxx..….!!! Pero…….. ¿Qué necesidad tengo yo……..?
Pero un minuto después, piensas, ¡Hombre, tres idiotas no deberían cambiarte la vida! ………….Recapacitas, valoras….pues… ¡Uuuuufff!….…No sé……después de todo……mmmhummmm……..lo piensas mejor.
Siempre hay buenos amigos al lado que te animan, palabras de reconocimiento y estima de algún colega que otro, gente que “te sigue”, pulsa “me gusta” y comparte y comenta tus fotos……y……cambias de opinión. Sí, sinceramente creo que sí, creo que sí merece la pena. Por todo lo último pero también porque, ser “fotógrafo de naturaleza” es algo apasionante, algo lleno de experiencias, sentimientos, sensaciones y emociones………realmente increíbles. Además de satisfacciones reconfortantes……
Y…….buenos momentos……..muy buenos momentos…..………
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…………….”Have you taken any picture? Not all is fun!!! ju, ju!!!” “He does not work, he does not do anything, he is a vague, he is only dedicated to taking pictures of bugs!!!”
All this, affects you more than you wanted, and that’s when you think about giving up, I drop out, it isn’t worth it! To hell with……everything!!! “But …….what need do have I to ………?
But a minute later, you think, Three idiots should not change your life!………….You reconsider, you value…….well……Uuuuufff ……..I don’t know…….after all…………..Mmmhummmm…..you think it better.
There are always close good friends that encourage you, award words from one or another colleague, people who “follow you”, press “like” and share and comment your pictures…………and………. you change your mind. Yes, I sincerely think so. I think it is worth the effort. For all the latest but also because being a “wildlife photographer” is something exciting, something full of experiences, feelings, senses and emotions…………..really amazing.Besides comforting satisfactions……
And…….good moments………very good moments…………..
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The Western Anemone starts as a soft white flower, but as the season goes on, it transforms into a fuzzy seed head that looks like a hairstyle from the 1960s. It’s often called “hippie-head” or “moptop” because of its look after blooming.
The wildflower season at Sunshine Village usually begins in mid-July and lasts until late August, depending on snowmelt and weather conditions. I think we just missed seeing them at their peak but they were still beautiful.
Sandstone mesa near Chimney Rock, Minnesota, located in Dakota County. This is a Scientific and Natural Area preserve
Jordan/2019 (The Wadi Rum desert valley also known as the Valley of the Moon, is located at 1600 meters above sea level in a mountainous region formed by granite and sandstone. It is the longest wadi in Jordan. The name rum means "high" or "high" in the Aramaic language, and its pronunciation denotes the nearby Arab influence. The highest point of Uadi Rum is Mount Jabal Umm ad Dami, with 1854 meters above sea level.
Wadi Rum has been inhabited since prehistoric times by various cultures, including the Nabataeans, who have left their mark on the petroglyphs. Since 2007, the desert inhabits several Bedouin tribes.
Wadi Rum is known by the British army officer T. E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), who used it as a base of operations during the Arab Rebellion of 1917-1918. In the Eighties, one of the most spectacular rock formations of Wadi Rum was named The Seven Pillars of Wisdom in honor of the book of the same name by Lawrence, although it has nothing to do with it...)
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Jordan 2019 (The Wadi Rum desert valley also known as the Valley of the Moon, is located at 1600 meters above sea level in a mountainous region formed by granite and sandstone. It is the longest wadi in Jordan. The name rum means "high" or "high" in the Aramaic language, and its pronunciation denotes the nearby Arab influence. The highest point of Uadi Rum is Mount Jabal Umm ad Dami, with 1854 meters above sea level.
Wadi Rum has been inhabited since prehistoric times by various cultures, including the Nabataeans, who have left their mark on the petroglyphs. Since 2007, the desert inhabits several Bedouin tribes.
Wadi Rum is known by the British army officer T. E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), who used it as a base of operations during the Arab Rebellion of 1917-1918. In the Eighties, one of the most spectacular rock formations of Wadi Rum was named The Seven Pillars of Wisdom in honor of the book of the same name by Lawrence, although it has nothing to do with it...)
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Uthai Thani is a province in the northwest of Thailand. It is a region known for its natural beauty, historical sites and cultural heritage. One of the notable features of Uthai Thani is the presence of several national parks that protect the beautiful flora and fauna of the region. Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary: This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest protected areas in Thailand. It is home to a diverse flora and fauna, including rare and endangered species such as the Indochinese tiger, Asian elephant and Malayan bear. Tum Chang Cave National Park is a national park known for its impressive limestone caves and formations. These national parks in Uthai Thani offer a range of activities including trekking, bird watching and admiring Thailand's natural beauty. An impressive and majestic tree, which is native especially to this part of Thailand, is Tualang tree, scientifically known as Koompassia excelsa. The Tualang tree is known for its exceptionally tall height. The Tualang tree often plays a crucial role in the ecosystem, as it provides an important source of food and shelter for various animals, including honey bees. Beekeepers sometimes place beehives high in the branches of the Tualang tree to promote the production of Tualang honey, which is considered one of the most unique and high-quality honeys. The conservation and protection of such trees is often of great importance for maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance in the region. We stayed in Huai Kha Khaeng Countryhome Resort in Ban Rai.
One of the greenest resorts and close to nature in the area of Ban Rai in Uthai Thani province is Huai Kha Khaeng Countryhome Resort. It has a beautiful, lush garden that covers a large area and is surrounded by mountains, resulting in beautiful views. The natural environment is especially breathtaking in the morning, when an early walk through the area in the cool and clean air can give you the real feeling of being close to untouched nature.
Uthai Thani is een provincie in het noordwesten van Thailand. Het is een regio die bekend staat om zijn natuurlijke schoonheid, historische bezienswaardigheden en cultureel erfgoed. Eén van de opmerkelijke kenmerken van Uthai Thani is de aanwezigheid van diverse nationale parken die de prachtige flora en fauna van de regio beschermen. Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary: Dit is een UNESCO-werelderfgoed en één van de grootste beschermde gebieden in Thailand. Het herbergt een diverse flora en fauna, waaronder zeldzame en bedreigde diersoorten zoals de Indochinese tijger, Aziatische olifant en Maleise beer. Tum Chang Cave National Park is een nationale park die bekend staat om zijn indrukwekkende kalkstenen grotten en formaties. Deze nationale parken in Uthai Thani bieden een scala aan activiteiten, waaronder trektochten, vogelspotten en het bewonderen van de natuurlijke schoonheid van Thailand. Een indrukwekkende en majestueuze boom, die inheems is met name in dit deel van Thailand, is Tualang-boom, wetenschappelijk bekend als Koompassia excelsa. De Tualang-boom staat bekend om zijn buitengewoon grote hoogte. De Tualang-boom speelt vaak een cruciale rol in het ecosysteem, omdat het een belangrijke bron van voedsel en onderdak biedt aan verschillende dieren, waaronder honingbijen. Het behoud en de bescherming van dergelijke bomen zijn vaak van groot belang voor het behoud van biodiversiteit en ecologisch evenwicht in de regio. We verbleven op één van de groenste resorts en dicht bij de natuur in de omgeving van Ban Rai. Huai Kha Khaeng Countryhome Resort heeft een prachtige, weelderige tuin die een groot gebied beslaat en is omgeven door bergen, wat resulteert in een prachtig uitzicht. De natuurlijke omgeving is vooral 's ochtends adembenemend, wanneer een vroege wandeling door het gebied in de koele en schone lucht u het echte gevoel kan geven dicht bij de ongerepte natuur te zijn.
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Uthai Thani is a province in the northwest of Thailand. It is a region known for its natural beauty, historical sites and cultural heritage. One of the notable features of Uthai Thani is the presence of several national parks that protect the beautiful flora and fauna of the region. Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary: This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest protected areas in Thailand. It is home to a diverse flora and fauna, including rare and endangered species such as the Indochinese tiger, Asian elephant and Malayan bear. Tum Chang Cave National Park is a national park known for its impressive limestone caves and formations. These national parks in Uthai Thani offer a range of activities including trekking, bird watching and admiring Thailand's natural beauty. An impressive and majestic tree, which is native especially to this part of Thailand, is Tualang tree, scientifically known as Koompassia excelsa. The Tualang tree is known for its exceptionally tall height. The Tualang tree often plays a crucial role in the ecosystem, as it provides an important source of food and shelter for various animals, including honey bees. Beekeepers sometimes place beehives high in the branches of the Tualang tree to promote the production of Tualang honey, which is considered one of the most unique and high-quality honeys. The conservation and protection of such trees is often of great importance for maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance in the region.
There is a giant Tualang tree (Koompassia excelsa) found east of Ban Rai in Uthai Thani province. This impressive Tualang is located on private property in the middle of a forest, but the owner is happy to welcome visitors. On one side of the tree are claw marks from a bear that tried to knock down a honey bee nest. The local population, descendants of Laotian settlers brought here two hundred years ago during conflicts with Burma, inhabit this area. The circumference of the tree is approximately 97 meters, including the buttress roots that reach from branches to the ground to support the tree. The age of the tree is estimated at 400 years, and its height exceeds 50 meters. This majestic tree sprang up around the year 1621. Visitors are encouraged to touch and feel the ancient tree. The skin of the tree still feels very healthy and vibrant. Let's hope this giant tree continues to thrive forever. It is truly a wonderful spectacle.
Uthai Thani is een provincie in het noordwesten van Thailand. Eén van de opmerkelijke kenmerken van Uthai Thani is de aanwezigheid van diverse nationale parken die de prachtige flora en fauna van de regio beschermen. Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary: Dit is een UNESCO-werelderfgoed en één van de grootste beschermde gebieden in Thailand. Het herbergt een diverse flora en fauna, waaronder zeldzame en bedreigde diersoorten zoals de Indochinese tijger, Aziatische olifant en Maleise beer. Een indrukwekkende en majestueuze boom, die inheems is met name in dit deel van Thailand, is Tualang-boom. Deze boom staat bekend om zijn buitengewoon grote hoogte. De Tualang-boom speelt vaak een cruciale rol in het ecosysteem, omdat het een belangrijke bron van voedsel en onderdak biedt aan verschillende dieren, waaronder honingbijen. Het behoud en de bescherming van dergelijke bomen zijn vaak van groot belang voor het behoud van biodiversiteit en ecologisch evenwicht in de regio. Er is een gigantische Tualang-boom te vinden ten oosten van Ban Rai in de provincie Uthai Thani. Deze indrukwekkende Tualang bevindt zich op privéterrein midden in een bos, maar de eigenaar verwelkomt graag bezoekers. Aan de ene kant van de boom zijn klauwafdrukken te zien van een beer die probeerde een honingbijennest omver te werpen. De lokale bevolking, afstammelingen van Laotiaanse kolonisten die hier tweehonderd jaar geleden werden gebracht tijdens conflicten met Birma, bewoont dit gebied. De omtrek van de boom is ongeveer 97 meter, inclusief de steunwortels die van takken tot aan de grond reiken om de boom te ondersteunen. De leeftijd van de boom wordt geschat op 400 jaar, en de hoogte overschrijdt de 50 meter. Deze majestueuze boom ontsproot rond het jaar 1621. Bezoekers worden aangemoedigd de oude boom aan te raken en te voelen. De huid van de boom voelt nog steeds erg gezond en levendig aan. Laten we hopen dat deze gigantische boom voor altijd zal blijven gedijen. Het is werkelijk een wonderbaarlijk schouwspel.
We went on a mountain trek that rainy misty morning at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala, India.
Wet slopes by themselves were already very challenging, not to mention leeches threat...
Our guide put salt in our shoes and on our legs up to the knees....salt was biting as much as leeches...and chances of encountering a boar or a tiger were real...
Reckless but it was worth it to experiment!
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Mt Buggery is the highest summit (558m) in the Yabba Range, which is the divide between the Yabba Valley (foreground) and the Kingaham Valley (left background). Some of this area is included in national park, but much more warrants inclusion in protected areas.
In 2024, under Labor Government administration there was a proposal for the creation a great glider habitat protection over 54,000 hectares of greater glider habitat in South East Queensland, to be the Greater Glider Forest Park.
However, that initiative is now off the books, since the Liberal National Government was elected.
However, there remains a commitment to environment protection and even to environment rehabilitation in this area, especially as the Borumba Pumped Hydro project is proposed for this catchment, its footprint being immediately adjacent to this area. Through required/legislated offsets, there is an excellent opportunity to protect and to uplift the environmental quality of the ecosystems and the unique biodiversity of this plateau and its valleys.
Mt BUGGERY? How did it get this name?
Legend has it that during the 1800s, a clergyman visited Imbil Station staying overnight, and next morning over breakfast asked for directions to the next sheep/cattle station, Yabba Station. The lady of the house replied, "Just follow that track and when you get up to buggery you will know you're there". So evidently he followed the track that follows Yabba Creek for about 30kms then before the gorge closes in, his ascent was up a long spur of this mountain - an unrelenting ascent - and once on the range he was soon at Yabba Station! And so the ascent up to buggery has ever since been Mt Buggery - the highest summit on the Yabba Range.
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
Plitvice Lakes National Park (Plitvička jezera) is the largest national park in Croatia. The national park was founded in 1949 and is situated in the mountainous karst area of central Croatia, at the border to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The protected area extends over 297 square kilometres. In 1979, Plitvice Lakes National Park was added to the UNESCO World Heritage register among the first natural sites worldwide.
The national park is famous for its lakes arranged in cascades. Currently, 16 lakes can be seen from the surface. These lakes are a result of the confluence of several small rivers and subterranean karst rivers. The lakes are all interconnected and follow the water flow. They are separated by natural dams of travertine, which is deposited by the action of moss, algae, and bacteria.
The sixteen lakes are separated into an upper and lower cluster formed by runoff from the mountains, descending from an altitude of 636 to 503 m over a distance of eight km, aligned in a south-north direction. The lakes collectively cover an area of about two square kilometers, with the water exiting from the lowest lake forming the Korana River.
The lakes are renowned for their distinctive colors, ranging from azure to green, grey or blue. The colors change constantly depending on the quantity of minerals or organisms in the water and the angle of sunlight.
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Weighing in at up to 700 pounds, the North American elk (Cervus canadensis) stands as one of the biggest deer species on earth. But don’t think that just because an elk is large that it’s slow. A mature bull can run as fast as 40 miles per hour and can jump eight feet vertically. Have you ever heard of a bull elk bugling? Did you wonder how they make that noise? Until recently, scientists did too. The bugles reach pitches that are far too high to be produced by an elk’s voice box. If you could use binoculars to look at a bugling male, you would see that he is moving both his lips and his nostrils. Yep, he’s roaring and whistling simultaneously. And there you’ve got it, the famous elk bugle. The Shawnee name for elk is wapiti, which means White Rump. This young bull elk is grazing in the early spring rain in Boxley Valley in North West Arkansas. Between 1981 and 1985, elk were re-introduced to the Buffalo River area, and have become one of Arkansas’ most successful re-establishment programs.
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Surrounded by golden Alpine Larch trees, the calm waters of an alpine tarn reflect the brilliant colours of an autumn sunrise. Manning Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada.
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EN: Coastal landscape at Balos Beach, Crete. The foreground features rugged limestone rocks and shallow tidal pools that reflect the overcast sky. In the distance, flat-topped cliffs and the Gramvousa peninsula rise above the turquoise waters of the lagoon. The scene captures the raw beauty of western Crete, where geological formations meet shifting light and marine textures in a protected natural reserve.
Paysage côtier à Balos Beach, en Crète. Au premier plan, des roches calcaires rugueuses et des bassins peu profonds reflètent le ciel nuageux. À l’arrière-plan, les falaises tabulaires et la péninsule de Gramvousa dominent les eaux turquoise du lagon. La scène révèle la beauté brute de l’ouest crétois, où les formations géologiques rencontrent la lumière changeante et les textures marines dans une réserve naturelle protégée.