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Bubbly Morning Bath by _UggeTheExplorer_

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Bubbly Morning Bath

Just a tiny explorer starting the day with a bubbly morning bath 🛁✨
Fluff level: 100%.
Stress level: non-existent.
Can I be this little one for a day, please? 💦

The Elegant Watcher by _UggeTheExplorer_

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The Elegant Watcher

Up close and personal with one of nature’s most graceful guardians.

This Mute Swan was calm but clearly aware — every droplet and feather a reminder of how majestic the everyday can be.

White in the Dark by freekvdh

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White in the Dark

❄️ Stillness. Focus. Light.

I captured this snowy owl at DierenPark Amersfoort — drawn to its piercing stare and the stark contrast between its white feathers and the black background.

A quiet portrait of a powerful bird.

Shot with the Sony A6700 + 70–350mm at full zoom.

Elegance in Feathers by Fabious_89

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Elegance in Feathers

A calm and focused presence – this grey heron allowed me a quiet moment to capture its detail and character. The soft light brought out the subtle textures in its feathers, and the lens did the rest.

Captured with the Canon EOS R6 Mark II and the RF 100-400mm lens. Still amazed by the clarity and reach this combo offers for wildlife photography.

Reflections in Harmony ⭐#60 Explore June 4, 2025⭐ by MrT1716

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Reflections in Harmony ⭐#60 Explore June 4, 2025⭐

Two stunning Wood Ducks glide in unison across a perfectly still lake, their vivid plumage mirrored in the glassy surface. The soft colors of the background create a serene, painterly atmosphere, capturing the elegance and symmetry of nature in motion.

Grace in Flight - Grey Heron Over Still Waters by Nature’s Solitude

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Grace in Flight - Grey Heron Over Still Waters

A Grey Heron glides low over the tranquil waters, it's wings catching the warm light of the early evening. Captured mid-flight, the elegance and power of this magnificent bird are on full display as it skims the water's surface in perfect harmony with its surroundings. A fleeting moment of stillness in motion.

A moment of still beauty—this Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) paused just long enough for me to capture its vibrant colors and sharp gaze. Nature offers art in its purest form, especially when you’re patient enough to watch and wait by umit_kypet

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A moment of still beauty—this Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) paused just long enough for me to capture its vibrant colors and sharp gaze. Nature offers art in its purest form, especially when you’re patient enough to watch and wait

A moment of still beauty—this Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) paused just long enough for me to capture its vibrant colors and sharp gaze. Nature offers art in its purest form, especially when you’re patient enough to watch and wait

Regal Alertness: Male Pheasant in Tall Grass by Nature’s Solitude

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Regal Alertness: Male Pheasant in Tall Grass

A close-up portrait of a striking male common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus), captured among tall, dry grass. The vibrant red facial wattles and iridescent blue-green plumage contrast beautifully with the natural background. Photographed in the wild using natural light to highlight the bird's rich textures and vivid colouration.

Side View of African Pitta – Perched on Rocky Ground by Nature's Amore Photography

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Side View of African Pitta – Perched on Rocky Ground

A side view of the elusive African Pitta resting peacefully on rocky ground. Its bright plumage, featuring blue, yellow, black, and white, makes it a prized sighting for bird photographers and ornithologists. The image captures a calm and alert stance of this elusive African beauty.

Male Northern Cardinal on Branch by Steve Creek

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Male Northern Cardinal on Branch

This male Northern Cardinal perched briefly on a slender branch, catching the sunlight just right. His vivid red plumage really stood out against the green backdrop.

I took this photo near my feeders here in Arkansas. The cardinals are regular visitors, especially in the mornings when the light is soft and clear.

Northern Cardinals are known for their bright coloration and melodic songs. Males use their calls to defend territory and attract mates, often staying close to reliable food sources like backyard feeders.

Sleeping Beauty by _UggeTheExplorer_

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Sleeping Beauty

A tender moment of rest captured as this Mute Swan tucks its head beneath its wing, embodying tranquility and grace. With its pristine white feathers and serene posture, this elegant bird turns a simple nap into a portrait of natural beauty. Sometimes, the quietest scenes speak the loudest.

flightpath inbound by Bjorns_photo

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flightpath inbound

Caught mid-air – pure grace in motion.
A sand martin slicing through the warm spring air, hunting at lightning speed.
Photographed with Sony A1 + 200-600mm.

Female Painted Bunting on Perch by Steve Creek

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Female Painted Bunting on Perch

This photo shows a female Painted Bunting perched gracefully on a slender branch in my Arkansas yard.

I often see these shy birds during spring and summer, but they’re not always easy to photograph. Unlike the bright and bold males, females wear a soft palette of yellow-green and olive tones that helps them blend into the foliage.

Painted Buntings are often considered one of North America's most colorful birds, and the female’s subtle hues offer their own quiet beauty. She gave me a perfect pose here against a smooth green backdrop.

Common Redstart (female) (Phoenicurus phoenicurus ♀) / Gartenrotschwanz Weibchen by Marcel Zurreck

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Common Redstart (female) (Phoenicurus phoenicurus ♀) / Gartenrotschwanz Weibchen

Common Redstart (female) (Phoenicurus phoenicurus ♀) / Gartenrotschwanz Weibchen by Marcel Zurreck

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Common Redstart (female) (Phoenicurus phoenicurus ♀) / Gartenrotschwanz Weibchen

Red-eyed Vireo by gilafox28

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Red-eyed Vireo

sans titre (7 sur 12).jpg by jamavanberkel

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sans titre (7 sur 12).jpg

Martinet à ventre blanc (Tachymarptis melba) – Gorges de la Nesque

🇫🇷 Martinet à ventre blanc🇬🇧 Alpine Swift🇳🇱 Alpengierzwaluw

Tachymarptis melba Apodidae🌱 Tachymarptis↕️ 20-23 cm↔️ 54-60 cm

🇫🇷 Dans le ciel limpide des Gorges de la Nesque, ce martinet à ventre blanc fend l’air avec une élégance sans égale. Sa poitrine claire contraste nettement avec son dos brun sombre, et ses ailes longues et effilées lui permettent des vols rapides et agiles. En plein printemps, il revient d’Afrique pour nicher dans les parois rocheuses des massifs européens, où il trouve refuge et nourriture abondante.

🇬🇧 In the clear skies of the Gorges de la Nesque, this Alpine swift cuts through the air with unmatched elegance. Its bright belly contrasts sharply with its dark brown back, while its long, pointed wings enable fast and agile flight. In spring, it returns from Africa to nest on the rocky cliffs of European mountains, where it finds shelter and abundant food.

🇳🇱 In de heldere lucht van de Gorges de la Nesque snijdt deze Alpengierzwaluw met ongeëvenaarde elegantie door de lucht. Zijn lichte buik contrasteert sterk met zijn donkerbruine rug, en zijn lange, puntige vleugels maken snelle en behendige vluchten mogelijk. In het voorjaar keert hij terug uit Afrika om te nestelen in de rotswanden van Europese bergen, waar hij beschutting en overvloedig voedsel vindt.

🇫🇷 Le martinet à ventre blanc peut parcourir jusqu'à 1000 km en une seule journée lorsqu'il migre.🇬🇧 The Alpine swift can cover up to 1000 km in a single day during migration.🇳🇱 De Alpengierzwaluw kan tijdens de trek tot wel 1000 km op één dag afleggen.

The Watcher by 2n-photo

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The Watcher

A silent stare that pierces through the lens.

This bird wasn’t just posing — it was watching. Observing. Judging.

I wanted to keep the tones muted and the shadows dense, to echo the intensity of that moment.

Let the eye speak.

Shorebird Rising: Dunlins On Parade by talonsandtides

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Shorebird Rising: Dunlins On Parade

On a surprisingly warm spring afternoon, the shoreline came alive with a striking flock of Dunlins. Dressed in their crisp breeding plumage - rich brown backs and bold black bellies - they moved as a unified force, probing the wet sand and barnacle-encrusted rocks with tireless energy.

Seen up close, each bird carries its own subtle variation in pattern and posture, but together, they form a shimmering tapestry of motion. The inlet’s breeze stirred just enough to lift a few feathers, and the receding tide turned the water’s edge into a runway.

Here on Whidbey Island, where sea meets sky and season meets migration, it’s a gift to witness such a coordinated display of life returning and rising.
💬 Have you ever watched a migrating flock in breeding plumage? What struck you the most—the colors, the patterns, or the energy of the moment?

📍Location: Admiralty Inlet, Whidbey Island, Washington
📆 Season: Spring

Grace in now New winds softly rise, Swallow waits, still in the now, Beginning rests in its wings by HKRPhotography

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Grace in now  New winds softly rise,  Swallow waits, still in the now,  Beginning rests in its wings