White-throated Sparrow

My first sighting for this year, of a White-throated Sparrow at my woodlot feeders. Hopefully, one of many to come.

Marsh Feeding

Observed in late fall, a muskrat feeds steadily in the shallows of a wetland, moving between submerged vegetation and the surface. It gathers and pulls at plants both for immediate feeding and for nesting material, briefly surfacing before returning underwater to continue foraging. The behaviour reflects the seasonal preparation and resourcefulness essential for survival as colder months approach.

Next Generation

I was able to get out briefly to observe the eaglets for the first sighting of the season. April’s weather was unpredictable, sun one moment, rain the next, but I managed to arrive between showers. From a distance, high above the nest, I watched the female carefully shelter her young while providing frequent feedings to keep them growing strong. Nearby, the male patrolled the territory, remaining alert and attentive to the surrounding area.

Tree Top Twins

During a late evening walk, I observed two juvenile raccoons using the natural V-shape of a tree as both shelter and playground. They played with clumsy, unguarded energy, completely immersed in each other and unaware of my presence. Captured frame by frame, the moment reflects the quiet, everyday intimacy of wildlife learning, growing, and simply being within the landscape.

Afternoon Nap

An Eastern screech owl rests at the entrance of a natural tree cavity in London, Ontario, on a cold mid-afternoon as brief bursts of sunlight break through the forest canopy. Remaining alert, it watched from the hollow while using the standing dead tree for shelter, a habitat that continues to support wildlife long after a tree’s life cycle has ended. The owl was encountered incidentally and observed only briefly before the area was left undisturbed to avoid impacting this sensitive site.

Yellow rumped warbler in stream

Yellow rumped warbler hopping from rock to rock in a forest stream in the mountains outside Merritt, BC

Yellow Rumped Warbler

Warbler perched on a balancing rock in a stream in Merritt, BC region.

Stellar Jay Fledgling

Stellar Jay family out scouting for breakfast one morning in Merritt, BC region. This one young rested in a tree waiting for mom.

Herons Heavenly View

A four-month stay at an RV park overwintering in Victoria, and this great blue heron would croak its dreadful morning song as it flew over my trailer from the tree it regularly slept in, often landing nearby. I would see it most mornings on my walks, and on this morning, I spotted it up on the side of a hill, looking ethereal and heavenly.

A Prized Fishing Hole

Just like any expert fisher, great blue herons also have favorite fishing holes. They have a strong preference for certain fishing spots that consistently provide easy access to prey. They frequently return to the same areas, especially calm, shallow waters like lakeshores, riverbanks, shorelines, and docks. I often see this one along a particular inlet in Victoria, BC.

Lake Monster

August 23rd, 2025 A transitioning supercell thunderstorm comes ashore off Lake Huron into Huron Country as the sun goes down, displaying a spectacularly large stacked shelf structure.

Beavers Winter Greetings

Amidst the branch transport that followed the record 56 cm storm, these two paused for a nose-to-nose greeting, accompanied by soft vocalizations rarely heard outside their lodge. After multiple visits over nearly five months hoping to observe these animals more closely, witnessing this brief interaction felt particularly unexpected. Moments before this exchange, I noticed subtle shifts in their walking pace and the way they oriented toward one another, suggesting communication prior to contact. It surprised me to witness such social behavior in the midst of demanding winter activity. This image should remind viewers that beaver colonies function as closely connected units, and their survival during Toronto’s most extreme winters depends not only on physical effort but also on coordinated interaction.

Beavers Frozen Transit

A North American beaver (Castor canadensis) hauls a fresh willow branch from the dark, frigid waters of Lake Ontario onto a shelf of jagged shelf ice. This frame captures a critical moment of winter survival, documenting the intense physical labor required to transport food from an underwater cache to the surface during a period of sustained sub-zero temperatures.

The bug catcher

An Eastern Kingbird catches a bug mid-air and then dramatically lands.

Beavers Shared Effort

After weeks of sustained sub-zero temperatures and heavy snowfall, a short-lived thaw exposed patches of open water along the frozen peninsula. After multiple visits over nearly five months hoping to observe these beavers more closely, this encounter finally unfolded during that brief winter window. Two beavers moved a branch together through the icy channel before feeding from it atop the snow. To capture the full interaction, I carefully changed lenses while remaining stationary on the floating bridge, allowing a wider perspective of their coordinated movement without disturbing them. What stood out was the cooperation observed during daytime hours, when activity is typically reduced. I hope viewers see how coordinated behavior and shared feeding can support survival in severe seasonal conditions.

Portrait of a Pintail

Such a handsome duck, the male pintail. The chocolate brown plumage in the morning light looks so rich and velvety and they make the cuttest little low weezy wistle sound. They breed in Alaska, the Canadian Arctic, and the US Prairie Pothole region, and during winter, they migrate to the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, as well as to Mexico and Central America. This one was overwintering in Victoria BC.

Alone

I spotted this lone Great Egret at a marsh pond close to my home. It stayed during the summer much to my enjoyment.

Curious Fox Kit

A curious little fox kit peeked from the top of a high rock close to its den. His bright eyes studying me with a mix of wonder and bold, newborn confidence. He came from a family of 2, his sibling was a cross fox. Mom was always close behind, but she did not seemed bothered by my presence. The landscape was colourful and the sky was clear which made for a gorgeous surrounding.

Song of the Sparrow

Overcast days with some filtered light are my favorite for shooting, especially birds. Colors and feather textures really pop, and the light was amazing on this day. I loved how it really captured the details of this little song sparrow who was out and about.

The Look

Locked in a moment of direct connection, a Great Grey Owl meets the lens, its quiet intensity revealing the precision of a silent hunter.

White-throated Sparrow

My first sighting for this year, of a White-throated Sparrow at my woodlot feeders. Hopefully, one of many to come.

Marsh Feeding

Observed in late fall, a muskrat feeds steadily in the shallows of a wetland, moving between submerged vegetation and the surface. It gathers and pulls at plants both for immediate feeding and for nesting material, briefly surfacing before returning underwater to continue foraging. The behaviour reflects the seasonal preparation and resourcefulness essential for survival as colder months approach.

Next Generation

I was able to get out briefly to observe the eaglets for the first sighting of the season. April’s weather was unpredictable, sun one moment, rain the next, but I managed to arrive between showers. From a distance, high above the nest, I watched the female carefully shelter her young while providing frequent feedings to keep them growing strong. Nearby, the male patrolled the territory, remaining alert and attentive to the surrounding area.

Tree Top Twins

During a late evening walk, I observed two juvenile raccoons using the natural V-shape of a tree as both shelter and playground. They played with clumsy, unguarded energy, completely immersed in each other and unaware of my presence. Captured frame by frame, the moment reflects the quiet, everyday intimacy of wildlife learning, growing, and simply being within the landscape.

Afternoon Nap

An Eastern screech owl rests at the entrance of a natural tree cavity in London, Ontario, on a cold mid-afternoon as brief bursts of sunlight break through the forest canopy. Remaining alert, it watched from the hollow while using the standing dead tree for shelter, a habitat that continues to support wildlife long after a tree’s life cycle has ended. The owl was encountered incidentally and observed only briefly before the area was left undisturbed to avoid impacting this sensitive site.

Yellow rumped warbler in stream

Yellow rumped warbler hopping from rock to rock in a forest stream in the mountains outside Merritt, BC

Yellow Rumped Warbler

Warbler perched on a balancing rock in a stream in Merritt, BC region.

Stellar Jay Fledgling

Stellar Jay family out scouting for breakfast one morning in Merritt, BC region. This one young rested in a tree waiting for mom.

Herons Heavenly View

A four-month stay at an RV park overwintering in Victoria, and this great blue heron would croak its dreadful morning song as it flew over my trailer from the tree it regularly slept in, often landing nearby. I would see it most mornings on my walks, and on this morning, I spotted it up on the side of a hill, looking ethereal and heavenly.

A Prized Fishing Hole

Just like any expert fisher, great blue herons also have favorite fishing holes. They have a strong preference for certain fishing spots that consistently provide easy access to prey. They frequently return to the same areas, especially calm, shallow waters like lakeshores, riverbanks, shorelines, and docks. I often see this one along a particular inlet in Victoria, BC.

Lake Monster

August 23rd, 2025 A transitioning supercell thunderstorm comes ashore off Lake Huron into Huron Country as the sun goes down, displaying a spectacularly large stacked shelf structure.

Beavers Winter Greetings

Amidst the branch transport that followed the record 56 cm storm, these two paused for a nose-to-nose greeting, accompanied by soft vocalizations rarely heard outside their lodge. After multiple visits over nearly five months hoping to observe these animals more closely, witnessing this brief interaction felt particularly unexpected. Moments before this exchange, I noticed subtle shifts in their walking pace and the way they oriented toward one another, suggesting communication prior to contact. It surprised me to witness such social behavior in the midst of demanding winter activity. This image should remind viewers that beaver colonies function as closely connected units, and their survival during Toronto’s most extreme winters depends not only on physical effort but also on coordinated interaction.

Beavers Frozen Transit

A North American beaver (Castor canadensis) hauls a fresh willow branch from the dark, frigid waters of Lake Ontario onto a shelf of jagged shelf ice. This frame captures a critical moment of winter survival, documenting the intense physical labor required to transport food from an underwater cache to the surface during a period of sustained sub-zero temperatures.

The bug catcher

An Eastern Kingbird catches a bug mid-air and then dramatically lands.

Beavers Shared Effort

After weeks of sustained sub-zero temperatures and heavy snowfall, a short-lived thaw exposed patches of open water along the frozen peninsula. After multiple visits over nearly five months hoping to observe these beavers more closely, this encounter finally unfolded during that brief winter window. Two beavers moved a branch together through the icy channel before feeding from it atop the snow. To capture the full interaction, I carefully changed lenses while remaining stationary on the floating bridge, allowing a wider perspective of their coordinated movement without disturbing them. What stood out was the cooperation observed during daytime hours, when activity is typically reduced. I hope viewers see how coordinated behavior and shared feeding can support survival in severe seasonal conditions.

Portrait of a Pintail

Such a handsome duck, the male pintail. The chocolate brown plumage in the morning light looks so rich and velvety and they make the cuttest little low weezy wistle sound. They breed in Alaska, the Canadian Arctic, and the US Prairie Pothole region, and during winter, they migrate to the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, as well as to Mexico and Central America. This one was overwintering in Victoria BC.

Alone

I spotted this lone Great Egret at a marsh pond close to my home. It stayed during the summer much to my enjoyment.

Curious Fox Kit

A curious little fox kit peeked from the top of a high rock close to its den. His bright eyes studying me with a mix of wonder and bold, newborn confidence. He came from a family of 2, his sibling was a cross fox. Mom was always close behind, but she did not seemed bothered by my presence. The landscape was colourful and the sky was clear which made for a gorgeous surrounding.

Song of the Sparrow

Overcast days with some filtered light are my favorite for shooting, especially birds. Colors and feather textures really pop, and the light was amazing on this day. I loved how it really captured the details of this little song sparrow who was out and about.

The Look

Locked in a moment of direct connection, a Great Grey Owl meets the lens, its quiet intensity revealing the precision of a silent hunter.