Falco cherrug The Saker Falcon is a large falcon that breeds from central Europe, eastwards across the Palearctic to Manchuria. It is mainly a migratory species, except in the southernmost parts of its range. It’s wintering grounds include Ethiopia, the Arabian peninsula, northern Pakistan and western China. It’s preferred habitat is open grasslands, preferably with... Continue Reading →
Eurasian Jackdaws. Photographed in The Netherlands. A Curious JackdawA free ride on a ferryPerched on chrome railings. Haiku 393.
Alcedo atthis The Common Kingfisher is a widely distributed kingfisher. It is found over much of Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is a resident species where the temperature is mild, while in other areas it is a migratory species. They are good indicators of the quality of the water, as they prefer clear water,... Continue Reading →
Mediterranean Storm Petrels. Photographed in Malta. A pelagic lifeSurrounded by the blue sea Mystic sensation. Haiku 392.
Lesser Crystal Ice Plant. Photographed in Malta. Dry, rough, rocky ground An ice plant turns it on fireIrony of life. Haiku 391.
Ornithoptera victoriae Birdwing butterflies are a group of butterflies, belonging to the family Papilionidae, which also includes swallowtails. They are very large, beautiful species, including the largest butterfly in the world, Queen Alexandra’s Birdwing, (Ornithoptera alexandrae). Females belonging to this species may reach a wingspan of upto 28cm. Female Birdwing butterflies tend to be larger than the... Continue Reading →
Piaya cayana The squirrel cuckoo prefers a variety of wooded habitats from woodland canopy to second growth, hedges and semi-open habitats. Its name was conned because of it’s habit of running along branches and leaping from branch to branch, just like a squirrel. It usually flies, short distances, mainly gliding with an occasional flap. It... Continue Reading →
European Roller. Photographed in Kenya. Following long tripUnfamiliar surroundingsWarm winter ahead. Haiku 390.
Hooded Merganser. Photographed in The Netherlands. Dressed for the moment Black and white, hood in orderReady to impress. Haiku 389.
Thecla betulae The Brown Hairstreak is distributed in most of the Palearctic. There are six recognized subspecies. It prefers habitats such as hedges, scrub, and wood edges with large prominent trees. It is a very peculiar butterfly, as it spends most of the time high in the tree canopy, especially at the tops of prime... Continue Reading →
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