Art in Nature 473.

Resplendent Quetzal. Photographed in Costa Rica. In a dark forestA miracle of natureor an avian god. Haiku 425.

Art in Nature 472.

Eurasian Hobby. Photographed in Malta. Momentary pauseStealthy and active falconPerched on a pine tree. Haiku 424.

Art in Nature 471.

Painted Lady. Photographed in Malta. A nectar delightPreparing for a long flightIn the evening light. Haiku 423.

Art in Nature 470.

Great Crested Grebe. Photographed in Sicily, Italy. In a tranquil poolElaborate plumes and stanceDressed for the parade. Haiku 422.

Art in Nature 469.

Griffon Vulture. Photographed in Spain. Wings spread wide openSailing along the mountainsEyes focused below. Haiku 421.

Art in Nature 468.

Southern Common Blue. Photographed in Malta. Iridescent bluesJewels of the micro worldFlapping tiny wings. Haiku 420.

Art in Nature 467.

Spanish Sparrow. Photographed in Malta. Chirping joyfully At the early morning sunA new day begins. Haiku 419.

Art in Nature 466.

Red Fox. Photographed in Spain. A stroll in the fieldsLoose, quick footsteps, bushy tailSharp senses, alert. Haiku 418.

Art in Nature 465.

Eurasian Whimbrel. Photographed in Estonia. Curved bill and stilt legsReady to probe the mudflats Whimbrel's way of life. Haiku 417.

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Aberdare Waterfall, Kenya. Hidden in a gorgeThe sound of flowing water Soothing for the soul. Haiku 416. Thanks to my friend and excellent guide Joseph Aengwo. https://www.facebook.com/SilentFliersSafaris