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#Connect2Nature I'm getting lots of mileage from my visit to the Canadian Raptor Conservancy in December. Here's a side profile of the Great Grey Owl. I might frame this one. #Nature #Birds #Owl #Raptor #Photography

submitted 19 hours ago • 6 comments

#Connect2Nature Pelicans are fascinating birds - they are prehistoric, awkward on land, but some of the most graceful flyers when they soar low over the water. Their eyes look like they just smoked a joint. Taken in Naples, Florida a few weeks back. #Nature #Birds #Pelican #Photography

submitted 22 hours ago • 7 comments

#Connect2Nature - Another view of the little alligator in the pond in Florida. Since it was early morning, I had to boost the exposure, so it's a bit 'painterly', but I like it. #Nature #Reptiles #Alligator #Wildlife #Photography

submitted 1 day ago • 2 comments

#Connect2Nature This is a bonus shot. Once I adjusted the contrast, I noticed this gator had a good sized fish in his mouth. Zoom in to see. Another reason why I don't swim in ponds in Florida. #Wildlife #Nature #Reptiles #Photography.

submitted 1 day ago • 4 comments

#Connect2Nature This little alligator showed up this morning in the pond outside our back door. Not big, but enough to keep me from dipping my toes in the water. Taken in Naples, Florida #Nature #Wildlife #Reptile #Photography

submitted 4 days ago • 3 comments

#Connect2Nature Apparently Anhingas and Cormorants, despite the fact they are usually swimming or diving, are not equipped with the same oils ducks have to keep their feathers waterproof. As such, you will find them drying their wings in the sun to prepare for the next adventure. #Nature #Birds

submitted 5 days ago • 2 comments

#Connect2Nature There's more than birds in the Everglades - like this murder log, er, I mean alligator. Taken at the Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary near Naples, Florida. #Nature #Wildlife #Alligator #Reptile #Photography

submitted 6 days ago • 3 comments

#Connect2Nature Spend a delightful morning at Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary near Naples, FL. Highly recommended if you are in the area. This Tri-coloured Heron was one of the many inhabitants encountered. #Nature #Birds #Heron #Wildlife #Photography

submitted 6 days ago • 2 comments

#Connect2Nature My owl shots get a lot of attention here on @bsky.app Who knew so many people give a hoot? This Great Horned Owl photographed at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. #Nature #Birds #Raptors #Owl #Photography #Wildlife

submitted 6 days ago • 17 comments

#Connect2Nature The birds at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy provide a tremendous experience to learn about, and photograph the majestic Raptors, like this Great Horned Owl. Apparently they are as motivated by snacks as I am. #Nature #Birds #Raptors #Owl #Photography

submitted 7 days ago • 0 comments

#Connect2Nature Snow Owl 'Floofing' - Getting all the feathers in place before he sits and stares at you with that deep, penetrating, gaze. Photo taken at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. #Nature #Birds #Raptors #Owls #Wildlife #Photography

submitted 7 days ago • 1 comment

#Connect2Nature It's hard not to feel judged by a bird of prey. One can't help but feel they are being sized up to see if they are edible. This Red Tailed Hawk photographed at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. #Nature #Birds #Raptors #Hawk #Photography #Wildlife

submitted 8 days ago • 0 comments

#Connect2Nature Never the same 2 days in a row. This was the sunset in Naples Florida a few days ago. The spectacle only lasted a minute. I love #Nature! #Sunset #Clouds #Water #Photography

submitted 8 days ago • 0 comments

#Connect2Nature - White on White I would seem that owls are absolute masters of camoflage for their environments. Those poor little creatures on the menu don't stand a chance. This Snowy photographed at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. #Nature #Birds #Owls #Raptors #Photography

submitted 9 days ago • 4 comments

#Connect2Nature My life right now is a confusing mix of tragedy, joy, unknown, and duty, like many other folks. I am thankful that #Nature grounds me in this craziness. It is not about escape, but gaining clear perspective on what's important. This young eagle photographed in Dec 2024. #Birds

submitted 9 days ago • 3 comments

#Connect2Nature Me, looking in a mirror seeing a lean, lithe, cheetah-like figure when the reality is that I should cut down on the Cheetos. This beautiful cat photographed at the Toronto Zoo. #Nature #BigCats #Safari #Photography

submitted 10 days ago • 3 comments

My photographer friend @invisitech.bsky.social very kindly allowed me to paint this stunning photograph of a Canadian goose and I’m particularly pleased with how it turned out #contemporaryart #painting #art #artwork #artist #drawing #photography

submitted 11 days ago • 1 comment

#Connect2Nature A Great Grey Owl on a blustery day. Of the hundreds of shots I took that day at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy, I think this one brings out the personality of this bird well. #Nature #Birds #Raptor #Owl #Photography

submitted 11 days ago • 13 comments

#Connect2Nature Keeping up the #PSA theme... Keep your eye on what's important. Focus. Do not let yourself be drawn into the crazymaking that is the news cycle today. This Great White Egret was outside my patio yesterday looking for geckos. #Nature #Birds #Photography

submitted 11 days ago • 20 comments

#Connect2Nature Just a #PSA that in these bat sh*t crazy times, that remembering your mindfulness exercises would likely come in handy right now. Slow down, breathe... I took this shot in 2014 at the Toronto Zoo. #Nature #Wildlife #Endangered #Photography

submitted 11 days ago • 3 comments

#Connect2Nature The Toronto Zoo is very engaged in protecting endangered species like this Asian One Horned Rhino. Sadly the natural habitat for these creatures has been decimated by growing human populations. Thankfully, humans can have a great part in their conservation. #Nature #Endangered

submitted 12 days ago • 1 comment

#Connect2Nature This is the base of the American side of Niagara Falls in Feb 2018. This is not AI. I did do some tonal adjustment to bring out the colours that were there, but not visible to the naked eye. The world is full of mystery that we don't see if we dont look. #Nature #Waterfall #Winter

submitted 12 days ago • 1 comment

#Connect2Nature You are getting sleeeepy!!! If you stare long enough into the eyes of this Eurasian Eagle Owl he will hypnotize you and get you to hunt for some tasty rodents on his behalf. Photo taken at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy in Dec 2024. #Nature #Birds #Owls #Raptors #Photography

submitted 13 days ago • 5 comments

#Connect2Nature Some #birds are dorks. Others are practically graceful ballerinas, like this African Crowned Crane (taken at the Toronto Zoo). Love the diversity in #Nature. I even like the dorky birds. #Photography

submitted 13 days ago • 4 comments

#Connect2Nature As I sit in Florida, I feel bad for those at home who are being pounded with winter. This winter shot is one of my all time favourites taken in Feb 2018. This is the base of Horseshoe Falls, the Canadian side of Niagara Falls. The bird was an added bonus. #Nature #Waterfall #Winter

submitted 13 days ago • 8 comments

#Connect2Nature I wish all my decisions were black and white, this process of choosing the best of the worst is exhausting. The zebra was photographed at the Toronto Zoo. #Nature #Wildlife #Photography

submitted 14 days ago • 4 comments

#Connect2Nature - Anhinga These birds had 'punk' down to an art form long before it was 'discovered' by humans. Took this photo on a wildlife preserve in North Carolina a few years back. #Nature #Birds #Wildlife #Photography

submitted 14 days ago • 4 comments

#Connect2Nature Thank you all for interacting with my raptor photos. I am personally pleased with them. I am also thankful that the thousands of practice shots with seagulls prepared me by letting me know my gear when I was with the raptors. #Nature #Birds #Seagull #Photography #Wildlife

submitted 15 days ago • 4 comments

#Connect2Nature Me, 59 minutes in, watching the clock so I can leave the party because I said I would stay an hour. Great Horned Owl photo taken at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. #Nature #Birds #Raptors #Owls #Photography

submitted 15 days ago • 5 comments

#Connect2Nature Me, with my first sip of coffee in the morning when it lies to me and tells me what a productive day we are going to have. Photo taken at the Toronto Zoo #Nature #Gorilla #zoo #Photography

submitted 16 days ago • 5 comments

#Connect2Nature I know my spirit animal is not a lion, or even a cat (doesn't mean I don't like them), since they can sleep up to 18 hours a day, and have a predilection for occupying small spaces like a box. But I do like that they are insatiably curious. I took this photo at the Toronto Zoo.

submitted 17 days ago • 8 comments

#Connect2Nature As a raging introvert, I identify with, and wish for, the ability to both blend into the background but also keep an eye on the goings on. This is particularly desired in social gatherings. This little Screech Owl photo taken at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. #Nature #Birds #Owl

submitted 17 days ago • 4 comments

#Connect2Nature Did an art gallery crawl in Naple Florida that inspired me a whole bunch. Many artists had trouble painting white birds which reminded me of the challenges I've had to photograph them. I'm now getting happy with the results, like this Ibis. #Nature #Birds #Ibis #Photography #White

submitted 18 days ago • 3 comments