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My encounter with the bittern
In January, I had the extraordinary good fortune to experience an event that I will never forget: the observation and photography of a bittern in action....
Bearded vulture with bone prey
Tuesday morning 05:30, last wind check over coffee. The decision has been made to set off for Valais. The Gemmi Pass, nestled in the picturesque backdrop of the Swiss Alps, is...
The nuthatch - a unique artist
The nuthatch owes its name to its innate ability to glue the entrance to its breeding cavity with clay until it is the right size...
Water rail - The secretive reed bird
The water rail is also affectionately known as the "reed pig" because its entire sound repertoire is more reminiscent of a pig than a water bird. Shy and...
The kingfisher - a rare, dazzling beauty
The iridescent coloration, secretive lifestyle and rarity have made the kingfisher famous. The upper side of the male's plumage usually has a blue...
Dipper - A bird that can swim and dive
The dipper is the only native songbird that can dive and swim! Its diet consists mainly of small animals that live in the water, such as caddis fly larvae,...
Mandarin duck, the colorful male
The Mandarin duck drake is particularly easy to recognize thanks to its magnificent and colourful plumage: it has a green-metallic crest, a chestnut-brown whisker and a...
The goldfinch, as colorful as a clown
The goldfinch is the most colorful of the native finch species: it has a red face mask, which is framed in white on the head and sides of the neck, a...
10 tips for macro photography
10 tips for macro photography May 31, 2022 In macro photography, the smallest details in nature get our full attention. With the following tips...
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