Hungry And Pregnant Cheetah, Maasai Mara, Kenya
This splendid pregnant cheetah was hungry and scouting for prey. We waited a very long time to see the fastest animal on Earth chase down its prey. Unfortunately, this did not happen during our stay in the park.
Sunrise Over Birkat Mawz, Jebel Akhdar, Oman
Birkat Al Mawz (which translates to “Banana Pool”) is a historic village featuring UNESCO-listed falaj irrigation channels dating back 1,500 years, abandoned mud-brick ruins, lush date palm groves, and nice walking trails. Strategically located, it is a gateway to the mountains and one of Oman’s historically significant villages, providing the experience of a strong connection […]
Ancient Woodland, Cwm Maethlon, Wales
“Happy Valley” (Cwm Maethlon) is midway between Tywyn, Aberdovey, and Machynlleth. The valley is steep-sided and farmed by sheep farmers. The hillside has these old forests on it. This wintry scene was taken on private land, a farm halfway down the valley. You can see the bracken-covered slope in the background. In the spring, primulas […]
Old River Reserve, Karlovo, Bulgaria
“Stara Reka” is a nature reserve in the Central Balkan National Park, Bulgaria, created to preserve the unique complex of broadleaf, coniferous, and mixed forests of the Stara Planina. It covers the watershed of the Stara Reka River above the town of Karlovo. Winding between steep cliffs and dotted with inviting pools, this is one […]
Lion King Moment, Maasai Mara, Kenya
It is fascinating to see the intimacy exhibited by these big cats. It is touching to see the cub caressing its mother so affectionately.
Michigan Autumn, USA
I was exploring a quiet dirt road at dawn, not another soul in sight. I could not resist making an exposure of the red leaves and white birch trees.
Light And Shadow In An Oak Forest, Tendais, Cinfaes, Viseu, Portugal
The small Pyrenean-oak forests stand out in the Montemuro Sierra, magnificent micro-landscapes full of biodiversity. These oak forests are compact, and light only enters through spaces in the tree canopies. Visiting one of these forests a few days ago, I was marveling at the interplay of light and shadows inside the forest. Sunlight bathed some […]
Second Encounter, Amboseli National Park, Kenya
Same big fella in slightly different light conditions. It is a quest for everyone on a safari in the park to meet this largest African elephant as many times as possible.
The Smolyan Lake, Smolyan, Bulgaria
The Smolyan Lakes are located in a stepped pattern on the left bank of the Cherna River, and they shyly overlook Snezhanka Peak, Orpheus Rocks, and Nevyastata. The lakes are of landslide origin. In the past, there were 20; today, there are only seven. A large part of them has been lost over the years, […]
Eucalyptus Forest, Galicia, Spain
As I was driving through Galicia in northern Spain, I found this beautiful scene: a eucalyptus forest with thick fog passing by.