Wildlife Photography by Erik Karits

European crested tit (Lophophanes cristatus)

The European Crested Tit (Lophophanes cristatus) is a charming and distinctive small bird known for its unique crest and lively personality. It is a resident…

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor)

The Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) is one of the most iconic and widely recognized swan species, known for its elegant appearance and graceful swimming. It…

Mallard or wild duck (Anas platyrhynchos)

The Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), also known as the Wild Duck, is one of the most familiar and widely recognized waterfowl species in the world. Here’s…

Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella)

The Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella) is a brightly colored and easily recognizable passerine bird found across Europe and parts of Asia. Known for its vivid yellow…

European crested tit (Lophophanes cristatus)

The European Crested Tit (Lophophanes cristatus) is a charming and distinctive small bird known for its unique crest and lively personality. It is a resident…

Mallard or wild duck (Anas platyrhynchos)

The Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), also known as the Wild Duck, is one of the most familiar and widely recognized waterfowl species in the world. Here’s…

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor)

The Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) is one of the most iconic and widely recognized swan species, known for its elegant appearance and graceful swimming. It…

European crested tit (Lophophanes cristatus)

The European Crested Tit, scientifically known as Lophophanes cristatus (formerly known as Parus cristatus), is a small passerine bird belonging to the family Paridae. It…

Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella)

The Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella) is a brightly colored and easily recognizable passerine bird found across Europe and parts of Asia. Known for its vivid yellow…

European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)

The European Garden Spider (Araneus diadematus), also commonly known as the Cross Orb-weaver, is a striking arachnid species found throughout Europe and parts of North…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

Cuckoo wasp (Chrysis fulgida)

The Cuckoo Wasp (Chrysis fulgida) is a striking and fascinating species of wasp known for its brilliant coloration and intriguing parasitic behavior. It belongs to…

Cuckoo wasp (Chrysis fulgida)

The Cuckoo Wasp (Chrysis fulgida) is a striking and fascinating species of wasp known for its brilliant coloration and intriguing parasitic behavior. It belongs to…

Cuckoo wasp (Chrysis fulgida)

The Cuckoo Wasp (Chrysis fulgida) is a striking and fascinating species of wasp known for its brilliant coloration and intriguing parasitic behavior. It belongs to…

Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)

The Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa) is a strikingly beautiful moth that belongs to the family Erebidae. This species is known for its vibrant coloration…

Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)

The Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa) is a strikingly beautiful moth that belongs to the family Erebidae. This species is known for its vibrant coloration…

Dock bug (Coreus marginatus)

The Dock Bug (Coreus marginatus) is a member of the Coreidae family, known as the leaf-footed or squash bugs. It is a distinctive species of…

Common hover fly (Diplazon laetatorius)

The Common Hover Fly (Diplazon laetatorius) is a member of the family Syrphidae, also known as hoverflies or flower flies. It is notable for its…

Common hover fly (Diplazon laetatorius)

The Common Hover Fly (Diplazon laetatorius) is a member of the family Syrphidae, also known as hoverflies or flower flies. It is notable for its…

Common hover fly (Diplazon laetatorius)

The Common Hover Fly (Diplazon laetatorius) is a member of the family Syrphidae, also known as hoverflies or flower flies. It is notable for its…

Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)

The Black-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium mordax) is a notable species of beetle belonging to the Cerambycidae family, known for its distinctive appearance and behaviors. This…

Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)

The Black-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium mordax) is a notable species of beetle belonging to the Cerambycidae family, known for its distinctive appearance and behaviors. This…

Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)

The Black-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium mordax) is a notable species of beetle belonging to the Cerambycidae family, known for its distinctive appearance and behaviors. This…

Greater White-fronted Goose (Anser albifrons)

The Greater White-fronted Goose (Anser albifrons) is a distinctive and widespread species of goose found in the northern parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.…

Greater White-fronted Goose (Anser albifrons)

The Greater White-fronted Goose (Anser albifrons) is a distinctive and widespread species of goose found in the northern parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.…

Brown Hairstreak (Thecla betulae)

The Brown Hairstreak (Thecla betulae) is a fascinating butterfly known for its elusive nature and distinctive markings. Part of the Lycaenidae family, it is one…

Red-Brown Longhorn Beetle (Stictoleptura rubra)

The Red-Brown Longhorn Beetle (Stictoleptura rubra) is a visually striking beetle known for its distinct coloration and long antennae. Here are some key details about…

European earwig (Forficula auricularia)

The European earwig (Forficula auricularia) is an interesting and often misunderstood insect known for its distinctive pincers and nocturnal habits. Belonging to the family Forficulidae,…

Death angel (Amanita virosa)

The Death Angel (Amanita virosa) is a highly toxic mushroom, notorious for its deadly effects and its role in numerous cases of mushroom poisoning. It…

Honey bee (Amegilla calceifera)

The Honey Bee (Amegilla calceifera) is a notable species of bee within the Apidae family. Although it shares the common name “honey bee,” it is…

Southern Skimmer (Orthetrum brunneum)

The Southern Skimmer (Orthetrum brunneum) is a striking species of dragonfly belonging to the family Libellulidae. Known for its distinctive blue coloration and agile flight,…

Goldenrod Crab Spider (Misumena vatia)

The Goldenrod Crab Spider (Misumena vatia) is a fascinating arachnid known for its remarkable camouflage abilities and unique hunting strategies. This species is often found…

Goldenrod Crab Spider (Misumena vatia)

The Goldenrod Crab Spider (Misumena vatia) is a fascinating arachnid known for its remarkable camouflage abilities and unique hunting strategies. This species is often found…

Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula)

The Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula) is a unique and striking bird of prey, notable for its diurnal habits and hawk-like appearance. Found primarily in the…

Ural owl (Strix uralensis)

The Ural owl (Strix uralensis) is a medium to large species of owl found predominantly across the boreal forests of Europe and Asia. This nocturnal…

Ural owl (Strix uralensis)

The Ural owl (Strix uralensis) is a medium to large species of owl found predominantly across the boreal forests of Europe and Asia. This nocturnal…

Honey bee (Amegilla calceifera)

The Honey Bee (Amegilla calceifera) is a notable species of bee within the Apidae family. Although it shares the common name “honey bee,” it is…

Hummingbird hawk moth (Macroglossum stellaturum)

The Hummingbird Hawk Moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is a fascinating moth known for its hummingbird-like appearance and behavior. This moth is part of the family Sphingidae…

Hummingbird hawk moth (Macroglossum stellaturum)

The Hummingbird Hawk Moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is a fascinating moth known for its hummingbird-like appearance and behavior. This moth is part of the family Sphingidae…

Hummingbird hawk moth (Macroglossum stellaturum)

The Hummingbird Hawk Moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is a fascinating moth known for its hummingbird-like appearance and behavior. This moth is part of the family Sphingidae…

Honey bee (Amegilla calceifera)

The Honey Bee (Amegilla calceifera) is a notable species of bee within the Apidae family. Although it shares the common name “honey bee,” it is…

Honey bee (Amegilla calceifera)

The Honey Bee (Amegilla calceifera) is a notable species of bee within the Apidae family. Although it shares the common name “honey bee,” it is…

Honey bee (Amegilla calceifera)

The Honey Bee (Amegilla calceifera) is a notable species of bee within the Apidae family. Although it shares the common name “honey bee,” it is…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

White-tailed bumble bee (Bombus lucorum)

The White-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus lucorum) is a common and widespread species of bumblebee notable for its distinctive white tail and important ecological role as a…

Dassia, Corfu, Greece

Dassia is a popular resort town located on the eastern coast of Corfu, Greece. Known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and vibrant tourist amenities,…

Jumping spider

This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…

Dassia, Corfu, Greece

Dassia is a popular resort town located on the eastern coast of Corfu, Greece. Known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and vibrant tourist amenities,…

Painted lady (Cynthia cardui)

The Painted Lady (Cynthia cardui), also known as the Cosmopolitan, is one of the most widely distributed butterfly species in the world. Known for its…

Specled wood (Pararge aegeria)

The Speckled Wood (Pararge aegeria) is a butterfly found primarily in Europe and parts of North Africa and Asia. Known for its distinctive speckled wings…

Hummingbird hawk moth (Macroglossum stellaturum)

The Hummingbird Hawk Moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is a fascinating moth known for its hummingbird-like appearance and behavior. This moth is part of the family Sphingidae…

Painted lady (Cynthia cardui)

The Painted Lady (Cynthia cardui), also known as the Cosmopolitan, is one of the most widely distributed butterfly species in the world. Known for its…

Honey bee (Amegilla calceifera)

The Honey Bee (Amegilla calceifera) is a notable species of bee within the Apidae family. Although it shares the common name “honey bee,” it is…

Scarlet dragonfly (Crocothemis erythraea)

The Scarlet Dragonfly (Crocothemis erythraea) is a striking species of dragonfly belonging to the family Libellulidae. Known for its vivid coloration, it is a common…

Red-veined Darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii)

The Red-veined Darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii) is a species of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. Known for its striking red veins and adaptability, this dragonfly is…