Wildlife

57

Genres

Encounters when animals pause long enough to notice you noticing them

57 takes

A gray heron stands in shallow water before green foliage, its form mirrored in the still surface below.A western honey bee drinks at the water edge on a dried leaf as another bee flies past behind it.A European robin perches on the edge of a large leaf with a small insect in its bill against a soft green background.A common tern flies across a soft rainbow band with a small fish held in its bill.A mallard duckling swims toward the camera across rippled green water, droplets beading on its downy head.A gray heron looks down its long yellow bill in close profile against a dark green background.An alpine marmot sits upright in green alpine vegetation beside a small yellow flower, its fur lit by the sun.An alpine marmot rests at the edge of its burrow on a gravel mound surrounded by alpine grass and wildflowers.Two common blue butterflies rest close together on bare earth, their grey undersides marked with black spots and orange lunules.Two hooded crows perch on a rough rock as one opens its beak toward the other, the sea blurred in the background.A Long-tailed Tit perches on a slender branch deep inside rain-soaked green foliage, droplets clinging to the leaves around it.A young Great Crested Grebe swims alone on dark rippling water, leaving soft reflections trailing across the surface behind it.An adult Great Crested Grebe rests on still water in warm golden light, sheltering two striped chicks tucked against its back plumage.A young Eurasian coot rests among reeds at the water edge, its bright red head patch and orange fluff catching the soft light through the green stems.A Eurasian red squirrel sits half-hidden among dense conifer branches, holding a pine cone in the dim forest light.A European Robin pauses on a mossy branch, lit by soft light filtering through the dense canopy of a shaded oak.A small Old World Swallowtail perches atop a weathered tree stump, set against softly blurred conifers and alpine greenery.A male House Sparrow perches on a slender stem, its chestnut crown and black bib sharp against a vivid green and blue background.A mute swan glides across rippled water, seen through a narrow gap in dark, out-of-focus foliage.A small mallard duckling lowers its beak to drink from a shallow puddle, its reflection mirrored in the water.A Eurasian beaver glides through rippled water, its dark wet fur catching the light as it leaves a trailing wake.A male house sparrow bathes in a shallow pool, droplets scattering as it ruffles its wet feathers.An Indian peafowl rests on a terracotta-tiled roof draped with ivy, its iridescent train of eye-spotted feathers spilling behind it.A male Indian peafowl peers through dense green foliage, its iridescent blue head and crest catching the light.A male European greenfinch perches on a metal railing, beak open mid-song against a soft blurred background.A house sparrow perches among green foliage framed by round clusters of white snowball viburnum blossoms.A European starling stands in grass, its iridescent plumage flecked with cream and gold.A rose-ringed parakeet perches on a thin branch, nibbling at its foot among fresh green leaves.A western honey bee clings to a purple wisteria blossom, framed by soft yellow and lavender foliage.A Eurasian blue tit perches on a thin branch among pink cherry blossoms in warm, moody light.A house sparrow rests among autumn-toned foliage, partially concealed by surrounding leaves.A peacock butterfly rests on white blossoms, its vivid eye-spot wings catching the light in a soft, hazy setting.Two grebes surface in golden-lit water at sunset, surrounded by warm ripples.A great tit perches on a bare branch surrounded by clusters of pink cherry plum blossoms against an overcast sky.A European Robin sits among bare branches, its orange breast standing out against the tangled undergrowth.A Eurasian jay peers through tall grass surrounded by wildflowers in a spring meadow.A Eurasian Jay perches on a thick tree branch, its blue wing patch catching the light against a soft green backdrop.A red kite glides with outstretched wings against a soft blue sky scattered with clouds.A common kestrel perches on bare branches, scanning the ground below from its elevated lookout.A lone bird drifts through golden light reflections on dark water near Mythenquai at night.A Eurasian red squirrel in its dark winter coat clings to the rough bark of a pine trunk, peering cautiously from behind the tree against a softly blurred snowy background.A Eurasian red squirrel stands alert on weathered wood, its ear tufts prominent against a snowy backdrop.A crested tit rests calmly on weathered wood, its distinctive crest visible against soft blue tones in the background.A Eurasian red squirrel with distinctive ear tufts and white chest looks directly at the camera with bright, curious eyes.A red fox emerges from tangled branches and undergrowth, its eyes catching the light in the forest shadows.A spotted dove in profile, showcasing its distinctive black and white spotted wing pattern, soft gray head, and warm peach-colored breast against a muted blue-gray background.A vibrant saffron finch perches among pink berries, its golden-yellow plumage glowing against the tropical foliage.An eastern gray squirrel perches on a moss-covered tree branch, holding food in its paws as its bushy tail catches the light.A California scrub-jay with its brilliant blue plumage perched among pink flowers.An Anna's hummingbird suspended in mid-flight, approaching purple sage flowers in a gentle rain.A Eurasian red squirrel among autumn leaves on the forest floor, its bushy tail and alert expression captured in warm, natural light.A coal tit rests on a snow-dusted evergreen branch, its black cap and white cheek patches standing out against the soft winter backdrop.A Eurasian red squirrel pauses in the snow, its distinctive ear tufts and vibrant russet fur contrasting beautifully against the white winter landscape.A curious squirrel climbs a tree trunk, whiskers catching the warm autumn light.A Eurasian treecreeper with its distinctive streaked brown plumage clings to tree bark, its thin curved bill perfect for probing crevices.Two sparrows share a branch in warm autumn light, one gazing upward.A House Sparrow rests among golden larch needles, backlit by the autumn sun.