Wildlife Photography by Erik Karits

Violet black-legged robberfly (Dioctria atricapilla)

The Violet Black-legged Robberfly (Dioctria atricapilla) is an intriguing species of predatory fly known for its striking appearance and predatory behavior. Here’s a detailed overview…

Band-eyed brown horse fly (Tabanus bromius)

The Band-eyed Brown Horse Fly (Tabanus bromius) is a member of the family Tabanidae, known for its large size and distinctive banded eyes. Here are…

Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum)

The Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum) is the smallest owl species in Europe and a skilled predator despite its diminutive size. With a bold personality…

Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)

The Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus) is a charming butterfly commonly found in grassy habitats. It is named after the distinctive ring-shaped eyespots on its wings, which…

Small blue (Cupido minimus)

Small Blue (Cupido minimus) The Small Blue is the smallest butterfly in Europe, known for its delicate appearance and understated beauty. Despite its name, males…

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

The Castor Bean Tick, scientifically known as Ixodes ricinus, is a species of hard-bodied tick found throughout Europe and parts of Asia and North Africa.…

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

The Castor Bean Tick, scientifically known as Ixodes ricinus, is a species of hard-bodied tick found throughout Europe and parts of Asia and North Africa.…

Thailand

Krabi, Thailand, is a picturesque province located on the southwestern coast of the country, renowned for its stunning natural beauty, pristine beaches, limestone cliffs, and…

Small copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

The Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas) is a striking butterfly species known for its vibrant orange coloration and distinctive markings. Here’s some information about this beautiful…

Willow Tit (Poecile montanus)

The Willow Tit (Poecile montanus) is a small passerine bird known for its distinctive appearance and behavior. Here’s a short description: The Willow Tit is…

European peacock (Inachis io)

The European peacock (Inachis io) is a captivating butterfly species known for its stunning beauty and intricate patterns. With its striking wings adorned in vibrant…

Vääna, Estonia

Vääna is a village located in the Harju County of northern Estonia. Here’s some information about Vääna: Overall, Vääna offers a blend of natural beauty,…

Long-eared owl (Asio otus)

The Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) is a captivating bird of prey known for its distinctive appearance, nocturnal habits, and silent flight. Found across Europe, Asia,…

Common copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

The Common Copper (Lycaena phlaeas) is a small and vibrant butterfly species found across Europe, Asia, and North America. Here’s a brief overview: Overall, the…

Beautiful demoiselle (Calopteryx virgo)

The Beautiful Demoiselle (Calopteryx virgo) is a striking species of damselfly renowned for its ethereal beauty and delicate demeanor. Found predominantly in Europe and parts…

European peacock (Inachis io)

The European peacock (Inachis io) is a captivating butterfly species known for its stunning beauty and intricate patterns. With its striking wings adorned in vibrant…

Ural owl (Strix uralensis)

The Ural owl (Strix uralensis) is a large nocturnalowl. It is a member of the true owl family, Strigidae. The Ural owl is a member of the genus Strix, that is also…

Green-veined White (Pieris napi)

The Green-veined White (Pieris napi) is a butterfly species characterized by its delicate white wings adorned with subtle green veins. This medium-sized butterfly, with a…

Striped bug (Graphosoma lineatum)

The Striped Bug, scientifically known as Graphosoma lineatum, is a species of shield bug belonging to the family Pentatomidae. It is also commonly referred to…

Long-eared owl (Asio otus)

The Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) is a captivating bird of prey known for its distinctive appearance, nocturnal habits, and silent flight. Found across Europe, Asia,…

Ural owl (Strix uralensis)

Unraveling the Enigmatic Ural Owl (Strix uralensis): Ecology, Behavior, and Conservation Status The Ural Owl (Strix uralensis) emerges as a captivating emblem of the nocturnal…

Longhorn beetle (Saperda scalaris)

The Longhorn Beetle (Saperda scalaris) is a striking insect known for its elongated body and distinctive antennae, which can be as long as or even…

Beautiful demoiselle(Calopteryx)

The Beautiful Demoiselle (Calopteryx virgo) is a striking species of damselfly renowned for its ethereal beauty and delicate demeanor. Found predominantly in Europe and parts…

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Madeira is a captivating Portuguese archipelago situated in the Atlantic Ocean, renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, mild climate, and rich cultural heritage. Comprising the…

Thailand

Krabi, Thailand, is a picturesque province located on the southwestern coast of the country, renowned for its stunning natural beauty, pristine beaches, limestone cliffs, and…

Cuckoo wasp (Crysis)

Cuckoo wasps, also known as emerald wasps or jewel wasps, are a fascinating group of insects belonging to the family Chrysididae. These strikingly beautiful wasps…

Asian water monitor (Varanus salvador)

The Asian water monitor (Varanus salvator) is a large varanid lizard native to South and Southeast Asia. It is one of the most common monitor lizards in Asia, ranging from coastal northeast India, Sri Lanka, mainland…

European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)

The European Garden Spider (Araneus diadematus), also known as the Cross Orb-weaver, is a common and widespread orb-weaving spider found throughout Europe and parts of…

Ural owl (Strix uralensis)

Unraveling the Enigmatic Ural Owl (Strix uralensis): Ecology, Behavior, and Conservation Status The Ural Owl (Strix uralensis) emerges as a captivating emblem of the nocturnal…

Thailand

Krabi, Thailand, is a picturesque province located on the southwestern coast of the country, renowned for its stunning natural beauty, pristine beaches, limestone cliffs, and…

European peacock (Inachis io)

The European peacock (Inachis io) is a captivating butterfly species known for its stunning beauty and intricate patterns. With its striking wings adorned in vibrant…

Green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)

The Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) is a captivating butterfly species found across Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. Its enchanting beauty lies in its…

Dassia, Corfu, Greece

Dassia is a popular tourist resort located on the eastern coast of the Greek island of Corfu (Kerkyra). Here are some key points about Dassia…

Large copper ( Lycaena dispar)

The Large Copper (Lycaena dispar) is a striking butterfly species belonging to the Lycaenidae family. Despite its name, it is not particularly large compared to…

Eurasian bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus)

The Eurasian Bee Beetle (Trichius fasciatus) is a distinctive beetle species known for its resemblance to bees and its fascinating behavior. Here’s some information about…

Brilliant emerald (Somatochlora metallica)

The Brilliant Emerald (Somatochlora metallica) is a striking species of dragonfly known for its metallic green body and brilliant appearance. Here’s some information about this…

Silver-washed fritillary (Argynnis paphia)

The Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) is a large and striking butterfly species known for its beautiful markings and graceful flight. Here’s some information about this…

Corfu, Greece

Dassia is a popular tourist resort located on the eastern coast of the Greek island of Corfu (Kerkyra). Here are some key points about Dassia…

Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)

The Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) is a colorful butterfly species belonging to the Nymphalidae family. Here are some key points about the Small Tortoiseshell butterfly:…

Mayfly

Mayflies are aquatic insects belonging to the order Ephemeroptera. They are characterized by their short adult lifespan, typically ranging from a few hours to a…

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)

The Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small and brightly colored bird species belonging to the family Alcedinidae. Renowned for its vibrant plumage and remarkable…

Eurasian elk (Alces alces)

The Eurasian elk, also known as the moose (Alces alces), is the largest extant species in the deer family (Cervidae) and is native to the…

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Búho uralense (Strix uralensis)

El búho uralense (Strix uralensis) es un búho grande y característico, originario de los bosques de Eurasia. Conocido por su aspecto llamativo y su presencia…

Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)

The Green Crab Spider (Diaea dorsata) is a fascinating arachnid species known for its vibrant green coloration and distinctive crab-like appearance. Here’s a short review…

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)

The Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small and brightly colored bird species belonging to the family Alcedinidae. Renowned for its vibrant plumage and remarkable…

March Fly (Coremacera marginata)

The March Fly, scientifically known as Coremacera marginata, is an intriguing species of fly belonging to the family Sciomyzidae. This family of flies is commonly…

European peacock (Inachis io

The European peacock (Inachis io) is a captivating butterfly species known for its stunning beauty and intricate patterns. With its striking wings adorned in vibrant…

Mazarine Blue (Polyommatus semiargus)

The Mazarine Blue (Polyommatus semiargus) is a small and striking butterfly belonging to the Lycaenidae family, known for its delicate appearance and vivid coloring. Here…

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

The Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus) stands as a formidable figure in the world of arachnids, known for its significant impact on public health and…

Jumping spider

Jumping spiders or the Salticidae are a family of spiders. As of 2019, it contained over 600 described genera and over 6,000 described species,[1] making it the largest family of spiders at 13% of…

Paphos, Cyprus

Paphos, located on the southwestern coast of Cyprus, is a destination rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. The city is renowned for its archaeological…

Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)

The Goldenrod Crab Spider, scientifically known as Misumena vatia, is a fascinating and highly adaptable arachnid species found across North America, Europe, and parts of…

Rook (Corvus frugilegus)

The rook (Corvus frugilegus) is a member of the corvid family, which also includes crows, ravens, and jays. Here are some key points about rooks:…

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)

The Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small and brightly colored bird species belonging to the family Alcedinidae. Renowned for its vibrant plumage and remarkable…

Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)

Capturing the delicate beauty of the Common Blue Butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) through macro photography offers a glimpse into the intricate details of this enchanting species.…

Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris)

The Red Squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) is a species of tree squirrel native to Eurasia. Here are some key points about the Red Squirrel: Overall, the…

Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula)

The northern hawk-owl or northern hawk owl (Surnia ulula) is a medium-sized true owl of the northern latitudes. It is non-migratory and usually stays within its breeding range, though it sometimes…

Green hairstreak (callophrys rubi)

The Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) is a captivating butterfly species found across Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. Its enchanting beauty lies in its…

Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)

The Lesser Marbled Fritillary (Brenthis ino) is a species of butterfly belonging to the family Nymphalidae, which is native to Europe and Asia. Here are…

Zakynthos, Greece

Zakynthos (also spelled Zakinthos; Greek: Ζάκυνθος, romanized: Zákynthos [ˈzacinθos] (listen); Italian: Zacinto [dzaˈtʃinto]) or Zante meaning “amazing and loving” (/ˈzænti/, US also /ˈzɑːnteɪ/,[1][2] Italian: [ˈdzante]; Greek: Τζάντε, romanized: Tzánte [ˈdza(n)de]; from the Venetian form) is a Greek island in the Ionian Sea. It is the third largest of the Ionian Islands. Zakynthos is a…