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Synchronization of bees and honey-producing dandelions
The synchronization between bees and honey-producing dandelions is essential for pollination and biodiversity. Dandelions, in particular, play a crucial role by providing pollen and nectar, which are essential food resources for bees. The No Mow May initiative, launched by beekeepers, encourages delaying the mowing of lawns to allow pollinators to benefit from the resources of dandelions and other spring flowers. This practice helps maintain the health of pollinators and improves biodiversity. look at all these pollen particles literally stuck on the bee's body. exposure data: 1/1000 sec f/16 ISO 800 Tokina 100mm macro-lens photo taken on:: 2026-05-20
Spring
From Montreal
Conversations Between Couples
Barred owl pair during mating season
Hidden In Plain Sight
Most of the time we are surrounded by wildlife, yet we don’t notice. Sit in stillness and you’ll be surprised at what you see.
Grub Time
Humpback whale lunge feeding close to shore
Water Finding its Way #1
Water will actively erode soil and flow around barriers by following gravity along the easiest route. (AI overview). I particularly liked how you can see the reeds behind the overflowing water in this shot. This picture of the spring melt was taken in Riding Mountain National Park.
Resting
This tired momma takes advantage of grabbing a quick snooze as her kits nap
Watcher
Male fox watches from the distance as the kits eat
Water Finding its Way #2
Water has the relentless ability to flow via gravity, adapting to obstacles and finding its own path. (AI overview). This picture of the spring melt was taken in Riding Mountain National Park.
Playing with Leftovers
Little kit playing with a wing from a recent meal
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Spring Pollination
Pure Green Augochlora Bee (Augochlora pura) on a White Trillium (Trillium grandiflorum) Bill Mason Centre, Dunrobin, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
On the Sand Dunes
LeConte's Tiger Beetle (Cicindela scutellaris lecontei) Pinhey Sand Dune Complex, Merivale Gardens, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
