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Swan at Sunset – Haukilahti, Espoo by MoudBarthez

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Swan at Sunset – Haukilahti, Espoo

Captured at the edge of the Baltic Sea in Haukilahti, Espoo, Finland.
A mute swan wades quietly along the shoreline during a sunset.

This moment was taken with the Canon EOS-1D X Mark II and EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM lens.

Haukilahti is one of Espoo’s most beloved seaside areas, known for its marina, coastal walking paths, and birdlife.
The mute swan (Cygnus olor), once rare in Finland, has become more common in recent decades thanks to conservation efforts and milder winters. This one stood briefly in perfect stillness, surrounded by ducks and distant islets, as if aware of the fading light behind it.

Let Me Speak to Your Manager by MoudBarthez

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Let Me Speak to Your Manager

this goose had something to say and made sure everyone heard it.

Monday by Veijo Toivoniemi

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Monday

"I hate mondays"

Peekaboo by Veijo Toivoniemi

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Peekaboo

A Tiny Cabin in the Woods by MoudBarthez

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A Tiny Cabin in the Woods

In Finland, deep in the forests, you’ll often find these little wooden birdhouses hanging from trees like miniature cabins. They’re not just decoration—they’re a safe haven for small birds, especially during the harsh winters. People build and hang them to provide shelter, food, and nesting spots, helping birds survive in the wild.

Lapland's snowy owls: winter's silent hunters by B℮n

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Lapland's snowy owls: winter's silent hunters

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Snowy owls are fascinating and majestic birds found in the cold, northern parts of the world, including Lapland. It is a vast, sparsely populated area with vast tundra, boreal forests and snowy landscapes, ideal for snowy owls. Snowy owls prefer open, inhospitable areas such as tundra and open fields. In winter they sometimes migrate to more southerly areas, depending on the availability of food. Snowy owls are large, white owls with distinctive yellow eyes and black markings on their feathers, which help them provide camouflage in the snowy environment. They mainly hunt small mammals such as lemmings, which make up a large part of their diet. They are diurnal, which is unusual for owls, and they use their keen eyesight to track prey. The breeding season begins in May or June, depending on food availability. An abundance of lemmings can lead to larger broods. Snowy owls make their nests on the ground, often on elevated spots such as hills or rocks, so they have a good view of their surroundings. A female can lay as many as 11 eggs, which she incubates for about a month. The males hunt and bring food to the nest during this period. Snowy owls have a thick layer of down under their outer layer of feathers to keep them warm in the frigid temperatures. They are able to survive long periods without food by adapting their efficient metabolism and hunting techniques to the seasonal availability of prey. Although snowy owls are not generally considered endangered, they are sensitive to changes in their habitat, such as climate change and declining prey populations.

In Lapland and other northern regions, there are efforts to protect the natural habitats of snowy owls and monitor their populations. In many indigenous cultures of the Arctic, snowy owls have special meaning. They are often seen as symbols of wisdom, protection and connection with nature. Snowy owls in Lapland are a beautiful and iconic part of the local wildlife, and their presence in this harsh, cold environment is a testament to their adaptability and resilience.

Sneeuwuilen zijn fascinerende en majestueuze vogels die te vinden zijn in de koude, noordelijke delen van de wereld, waaronder Lapland. Het is een uitgestrekt, dunbevolkt gebied met uitgestrekte toendra's, boreale bossen en besneeuwde landschappen, ideaal voor sneeuwuilen. Sneeuwuilen verkiezen open, onherbergzame gebieden zoals toendra's en open velden. In de winter migreren ze soms naar zuidelijkere gebieden, afhankelijk van de beschikbaarheid van voedsel. Sneeuwuilen zijn grote, witte uilen met opvallende gele ogen en zwarte markeringen op hun veren, die hen helpen camouflage te bieden in de besneeuwde omgeving. Ze jagen voornamelijk op kleine zoogdieren zoals lemmingen, die een groot deel van hun dieet uitmaken. Ze zijn dagactief, wat ongebruikelijk is voor uilen, en ze gebruiken hun scherpe gezichtsvermogen om prooi op te sporen. Het broedseizoen begint in mei of juni, afhankelijk van de beschikbaarheid van voedsel. Een overvloed aan lemmingen kan leiden tot grotere broedsels. Sneeuwuilen maken hun nesten op de grond, vaak op verhoogde plekken zoals heuvels of rotsen, zodat ze een goed uitzicht hebben op hun omgeving. Een vrouwtje maar liefst kan tot 11 eieren leggen, die ze ongeveer een maand uitbroedt. De mannetjes jagen en brengen voedsel naar het nest tijdens deze periode. Sneeuwuilen hebben een dikke laag dons onder hun buitenste verenlaag om hen warm te houden in de ijzige temperaturen. Ze zijn in staat om lange perioden zonder voedsel te overleven door hun efficiënte metabolisme en jachttechnieken aan te passen aan de seizoensgebonden beschikbaarheid van prooi. Hoewel sneeuwuilen over het algemeen niet als bedreigd worden beschouwd, zijn ze gevoelig voor veranderingen in hun leefomgeving, zoals klimaatverandering en afnemende prooidierenpopulaties. In Lapland en andere noordelijke regio's zijn er inspanningen om de natuurlijke habitats van sneeuwuilen te beschermen en hun populaties te monitoren. In veel inheemse culturen van het Noordpoolgebied hebben sneeuwuilen een speciale betekenis. Ze worden vaak gezien als symbolen van wijsheid, bescherming en verbondenheid met de natuur. Sneeuwuilen in Lapland zijn een prachtig en iconisch onderdeel van de lokale fauna, en hun aanwezigheid in deze ruige, koude omgeving is een getuigenis van hun aanpassingsvermogen en veerkracht.

White-tailed sea eagle (Finland) by Karen Miller Photography

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White-tailed sea eagle (Finland)

White-tailed sea eagle (Finland) by Karen Miller Photography

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White-tailed sea eagle (Finland)

White-tailed sea eagle (Finland) by Karen Miller Photography

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White-tailed sea eagle (Finland)

White-tailed sea eagle (Finland) by Karen Miller Photography

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White-tailed sea eagle (Finland)

White-tailed sea eagle (Finland) by Karen Miller Photography

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White-tailed sea eagle (Finland)

White-tailed sea eagle (Finland) by Karen Miller Photography

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White-tailed sea eagle (Finland)

Black Grouse lek by Karen Miller Photography

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Black Grouse lek

Black Grouse

Yellowhammer by Karen Miller Photography

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Yellowhammer

Red Squirrel by Karen Miller Photography

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Red Squirrel

Black Grouse lek by Karen Miller Photography

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Black Grouse lek

Black Grouse

Black Grouse lek by Karen Miller Photography

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Black Grouse lek

Black Grouse

Black Grouse lek by Karen Miller Photography

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Black Grouse lek

Black Grouse

Black Grouse lek by Karen Miller Photography

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Black Grouse lek

Black Grouse

Wolverine by Karen Miller Photography

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Wolverine