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The face you make when you realize you've overslept, you're out of coffee, and it's only Tuesday.
#CameraTrapTuesday #ColumbianGroundSquirrel #SquirrelWatch #NatureLovers

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#artprints available at my #inprnt shop

www.inprnt.com/gallery/sueg...

#art #artist #artwork #artsky #traditionalart #naturelovers #whimsicalart #shopsmall

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This beautiful photograph shows a Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta), one of Europe's most recognisable and striking butterflies.
The Red Admiral's dorsal (upper) side is dominated by a deep, velvety black ground color, slashed with vivid orange-red bands.
On the forewings, this band runs obliquely across the middle, here well lit by sunlight, appearing as a pure, saturated flame-orange. The hindwing margins carry a matching orange-red border edged with tiny black dots, and near the body you can detect faint hints of blue eye-spots. The forewing tips are adorned with a cluster of crisp white spots, creating a bold contrast against the dark wing surface.
Butterfly wings are tiled with thousands of microscopic scales, and this image captures their texture really nicely. The black areas appear dense and light-absorbing, like velvet, while the orange bands have a slightly grainier, ridged texture from the pigmented scale structure. The white spots appear almost luminous and smooth by comparison, reflecting light cleanly.
The photo shows the Admiral as the warm late-afternoon light rakes across the wing surface at an angle that reveals the three-dimensionality of the scales and the fluffy thorax fur in good detail, while the cream-white Buddleia-type flower clusters provide a pertect tonal contrast to the butterfly's rich coloring.

This beautiful photograph shows a Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta), one of Europe's most recognisable and striking butterflies. The Red Admiral's dorsal (upper) side is dominated by a deep, velvety black ground color, slashed with vivid orange-red bands. On the forewings, this band runs obliquely across the middle, here well lit by sunlight, appearing as a pure, saturated flame-orange. The hindwing margins carry a matching orange-red border edged with tiny black dots, and near the body you can detect faint hints of blue eye-spots. The forewing tips are adorned with a cluster of crisp white spots, creating a bold contrast against the dark wing surface. Butterfly wings are tiled with thousands of microscopic scales, and this image captures their texture really nicely. The black areas appear dense and light-absorbing, like velvet, while the orange bands have a slightly grainier, ridged texture from the pigmented scale structure. The white spots appear almost luminous and smooth by comparison, reflecting light cleanly. The photo shows the Admiral as the warm late-afternoon light rakes across the wing surface at an angle that reveals the three-dimensionality of the scales and the fluffy thorax fur in good detail, while the cream-white Buddleia-type flower clusters provide a pertect tonal contrast to the butterfly's rich coloring.

I rarely get a to shoot butterflies, but there are some in my archives. Chose this Red Admiral and dusted it a bit for Rina's #ButterflyWeek.
#NatureLovers #insects #naturephotography #photography
#PhotographersOfBluesky #ECK

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Not all bird feeders are created equal… especially if you want the stunning Indigo Bunting in your backyard

#BirdFeeding #IndigoBunting #BackyardWildlife #naturelovers #birding #birdwatching #BirdingDaily

www.avianinfo.com/birds/best-b...

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Have a great walk with that speedy lad Alan & that is a cracker!! 🤩👌🏼

Going out with my dog shortly but will see you all later. For the wonderful Rina’s #ButterflyWeek 🦋 Here’s a Peacock Butterfly. If you’re interested I’ve written lots of facts about it in the alt.

#photography #NatureLovers #ECK

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Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #Reflections
Gray-headed Swamphen #Florida #birding #birds #birdphotography #NaturePhotography #naturelovers #photographers #birdwatching #Bird

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A vivid orange-red butterfly with bold eye-like spots on each wing (a peacock butterfly) rests with wings fully open on a cluster of small white wildflowers. Its fuzzy brown body and long antennae are visible, while the background is a soft, blurred green that makes the colours stand out.

Facts about this butterfly (Peacock – Aglais io):
	•	🦋 The large “eye spots” on its wings are a defence mechanism, designed to startle predators like birds.
	•	🌍 Common across the UK and much of Europe, often seen in gardens, woodlands, and meadows.
	•	❄️ One of the few butterflies in the UK that hibernates as an adult, hiding in sheds, attics, or tree hollows over winter.
	•	🌼 Feeds on nectar from flowers like buddleia, thistles, and umbellifers (like the one in my photo).
	•	🐛 Caterpillars feed mainly on stinging nettles and live communally in silken webs.
	•	🎨 The underside of the wings is very dark and camouflaged, helping it blend in when wings are closed.

A vivid orange-red butterfly with bold eye-like spots on each wing (a peacock butterfly) rests with wings fully open on a cluster of small white wildflowers. Its fuzzy brown body and long antennae are visible, while the background is a soft, blurred green that makes the colours stand out. Facts about this butterfly (Peacock – Aglais io): • 🦋 The large “eye spots” on its wings are a defence mechanism, designed to startle predators like birds. • 🌍 Common across the UK and much of Europe, often seen in gardens, woodlands, and meadows. • ❄️ One of the few butterflies in the UK that hibernates as an adult, hiding in sheds, attics, or tree hollows over winter. • 🌼 Feeds on nectar from flowers like buddleia, thistles, and umbellifers (like the one in my photo). • 🐛 Caterpillars feed mainly on stinging nettles and live communally in silken webs. • 🎨 The underside of the wings is very dark and camouflaged, helping it blend in when wings are closed.

Going out with my dog shortly but will see you all later. For the wonderful Rina’s #ButterflyWeek 🦋 Here’s a Peacock Butterfly. If you’re interested I’ve written lots of facts about it in the alt.

#photography #NatureLovers #ECK

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A peaceful Hippopotamus resting in Africa’s waters…
But here’s the truth 👇
💥 One of the most dangerous animals on the continent.

#viral #naturelovers #wildlifephotography #africa #discoverearth #nature #wildlife #adventure #travel #picoftheday #photooftheday #beautifuldestinations #explore

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Discover the Pajottenland: Your peaceful refuge in the heart of Flanders Welcome to Pajottenland, a hidden gem in western Flemish Brabant, where time slows down and nature t

✨ Tuscany of the North ✨

Discover the Pajottenland in Affligem 🌿 2 camping spots, one for a camper van and one BnoB, natural swimming pond & wood‑fired sauna 🔥
Time to unwind!

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#pajottenland #affligem #tuscanyofthenorth #slowtravel #campinglife #naturelovers #unplug

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The divide between #animallovers and #naturelovers - #Muntjac are a non-native, highly #invasivespecies. They destroy woodland regrowth and consume some of the rarest plants, such as orchids, that we have in Britain. They need to be removed, and there is no nice way to achieve that.

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The divide between #animallovers and #naturelovers - keeping a cat in Britain (a creature native to the middle east) is hugely damaging to #biodiversity, and most of the food is meat-based, driving the #climatemergency. It doesn't matter how cute you think your cat is.

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Deep soil underfoot
holding warmth from older suns
roots hum their slow songs
still water keeps the world close
and teaches us to stand bare

#Nature #Naturephotography
#Naturelovers #Photography #Landscape
#Naturewisdom #Thoughts
#Tanka #Haiku #Poetry
#Positivevibes #Goodvibes

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#nature #photography #landscape #naturephotography #scenery #reflection #waterscape #blue #serenity #outdoors #view #horizon #peaceful #naturelovers #blueearth

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#Daffodils #Macro #Yellow #Stamen #Garden #Closeup #Flower #Nature #Plants #Detail #GardenLife #NatureLovers #Outdoors #GetOutside #Explore #Grow

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Daffodils auditioning for the role of 'Sunshine' and nailing it.

Daffodils auditioning for the role of 'Sunshine' and nailing it.

Good morning!

Even with Easter behind us and spring in full swing, I still love the vibrant yellow of daffodils.

They are a constant, cheerful reminder of new beginnings. 🌼

#NatureLovers #Springtime #FloralInspiration #PhotoTuesday

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Avenue Of The Giants, Northern California. One of the best drives in California.

Fine Art Prints | Wall Art shop here: fineartamerica.com/featured/ave...

#Redwoods #ForestPhotography #LandscapePhotography #NatureArt #RoadTrip #FineArtPrints #WallArt #NatureLovers #CaliforniaRedwoods

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Turtles: the ultimate chill masters of the animal kingdom. Slow and steady, they remind us that life isn’t a race. Let's embrace their laid-back vibes! #TurtleTime #SlowAndSteady #NatureLovers #TheOccasionalBat #Handmade #BatShapedPillow 🐢 theoccasionalbat.ets...

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Wisteria Flowers Closeup, Rancho Los Alamitos, California

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#wisteria #flowers #spring #botanical #floral #naturephotography #purpleflowers #losalamitos #garden #springblooms #lavender #naturelovers #flowerphotography #softaesthetic #blooms #californiagardens

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#naturelovers #worms

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Nags 'n' Mags. Some of the pics from today's wander on the South Downs. #nature #naturephotography #naturelovers #sussex #southdownsnationalpark

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The noisy, intelligent and inquisitive Carrion Crow #wildlifephotography #wildlife #naturephotography #nature #photography #naturelovers #birdsofinstagram #birdphotography #animals #travel #photooftheday

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A close-up of clusters of delicate white spring blossoms with golden centers and deep red stamens, captured in a natural setting

A close-up of clusters of delicate white spring blossoms with golden centers and deep red stamens, captured in a natural setting

Spring blossom magic captured in delicate clusters of white flowers. A reminder of nature’s renewal and the beauty of the season. 🌸 #SpringBlossomMagic #NaturePhotography
#BlossomSeason

#MacroPhotography

#BotanicalBeauty

#NatureLovers

#SpringVibes

#NatureDetails

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Shadows on the wall

Shadows on the wall

#photography #photo #photographer #art #nature #landscapephotography #naturephotography #landscape #thephotohour #naturelovers #beautiful #eastcoastkin #classicmono #sharemondays2026

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A dramatic interior view looking out from a dark sea cave toward a bright beach and blue sky. The cave opening forms a rugged, jagged silhouette against the light. On the sandy floor of the cave, a calm pool of water perfectly reflects the blue sky and the dark rock walls. The textures of the cave ceiling are sharp and layered, transitioning from deep shadows to sunlit stone at the entrance. The overall mood is serene, cool, and contemplative.

A dramatic interior view looking out from a dark sea cave toward a bright beach and blue sky. The cave opening forms a rugged, jagged silhouette against the light. On the sandy floor of the cave, a calm pool of water perfectly reflects the blue sky and the dark rock walls. The textures of the cave ceiling are sharp and layered, transitioning from deep shadows to sunlit stone at the entrance. The overall mood is serene, cool, and contemplative.

1 YEAR AGO FLASHBACK: Mirror Water

A photo I shared a year ago from inside one of the Maghera Caves in County Donegal.

#photography #EastCoastKin #Ireland #WildAtlanticWay #SeaCave #CoastalLiving #ExploreIreland #NatureLovers #LandscapePhotography #RockFormations #TidePools

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Le pouvoir !
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#bird #oiseaux #nature #capture #naturephotography #naturelovers #birdphotography #birds #art #photography #photographie #heron #fight #force
@mybirdcards.com

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Part 2- featuring #Rouenducks Chungo-Bungo & Bocephous mystery of what is keeping them so busy revealed! #ducks #MallardMonday #birds #lightsoutformigratorybirds #birdsofbluesky #birdphotography #backyardanimals #Audubon #birdsoftheworld #ABABirds #PAParks #PALakes #nests #wildlife #naturelovers

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A vertical, low-angle shot of a gravel path winding through a lush, sun-drenched garden. Two large, multi-stemmed trees with smooth, reddish-orange bark lean inward from the left and right, creating a natural archway. Sunlight flares brightly from the upper left, casting a warm glow and dappled shadows across the path. Vibrant green ferns and dense foliage line the sides of the walkway.

A vertical, low-angle shot of a gravel path winding through a lush, sun-drenched garden. Two large, multi-stemmed trees with smooth, reddish-orange bark lean inward from the left and right, creating a natural archway. Sunlight flares brightly from the upper left, casting a warm glow and dappled shadows across the path. Vibrant green ferns and dense foliage line the sides of the walkway.

Light Among the Twisted Trunks.

#photography #EastCoastKin #TeamPixel #Ireland #GardenMagic #NatureLovers #TreeCanopy #IrishLandscape #SpringVibes #IrishGarden

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Boots in the Basin: The shrub steppe is calling "I like to teach people about the shrub steppe because many don’t know how fragile and endangered it is.”

BOOTS April 2026

By Jenny Rieke, Mikki Symonds, and Pauline Schafer, Heather Constance

tumbleweird.org/shrub-steppe...

#ShrubSteppe #TriCitiesWA #BadgerMountain #BioBlitz2026 #CommunityScience #BackCountryHorsemen #REACHMuseum #NatureLovers #PNWOutdoor #WashingtonState #NativePlants #ExploreWA

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#plantlovers #flowerlovers #plantphotography #flowerphotography #naturelovers #nature photography

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👑 Lord of the flies 👑
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#MacroPhotography #MacroShot #CloseUpNature #InsectPhotography #BugLife #MacroPerfection #NatureMacro #TinyWorld #Pollinators #FlowerPhotography #NatureLovers #WildlifeMacro #GardenLife #SpringVibes #Lordoftheflies #DepthOfField #BokehMagic #NatureDetails

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