Up here in the mountains of the northern Czech Republic, the snow slowly concedes defeat. The last patches are clinging to the shadows of the forest with their remaining strength before the spring sun chases them away for good. But in their place, another white carpet has spread across the landscape – the blooms of Spring Snowflakes (Leucojum vernum). These snowflakes love the spring sun as much as I do!
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It’s an abrupt transition, going from the tropics of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest to the sparse plains of Alberta over ten thousand kilometers away, especially when that transition also goes from the Austral summer to the Boreal winter. This transition is one of landscapes, wildlife, and ecology, and it is something I experienced during my recent move from Brazil to Canada. My first introduction to these new and alien facets of existence was Nose Hill Park in Calgary, Alberta.
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Photographers in North and South America are in for a treat, as there is a total lunar eclipse tonight! It’s visible the evening of March 13th and/or early morning of March 14th, depending on where you live. Here’s a refresher on how to photograph the lunar eclipse and get great shots!
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Hummingbirds are commonly thought of as a typical tropical bird family. And for the most part, this perception is accurate – of the 363 species of hummingbirds, the vast majority thrive in tropical environments. But some species inhabit such extreme habitats that few would expect to find tiny, fragile hummingbirds there. The Ecuadorian Hillstar, for example, lives at altitudes of 4,000 to 5,000 meters (13,100 to 16,400 feet) above sea level – heights that are literally breathtaking.
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This hands-on review covers everything you need to know about the Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D, a telephoto macro lens that has earned a place in Nikon’s hall of fame. This classic lens was first made in 1993 – here’s how it measures up by today’s strict standards!
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