Wildlife Photography by Erik Karits

Common wood pigeon (Columba palumbus)

The Common Wood Pigeon, scientifically known as Columba palumbus, is a widespread and familiar bird found across much of Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.…

Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris)

The Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris) is a member of the thrush family, known for its distinctive plumage and migratory behavior. Here’s a detailed overview of this…

Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris)

The Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris) is a member of the thrush family, known for its distinctive plumage and migratory behavior. Here’s a detailed overview of this…

Common Mormon (Papilio Polytes)

The Common Mormon (Papilio polytes) is a species of swallowtail butterfly found in various parts of Asia, known for its distinctive black and white markings.…

Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

The Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni) is a species of beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, known for its association with alder trees. Here are some…

Jäneda, Estonia

Jäneda is a small village located in Järva County, in central Estonia. Here’s an overview of Jäneda: Overall, Jäneda offers visitors a charming rural retreat…

Female duck in snow.

The Wild Duck generally refers to the Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), which is the most common and widespread wild duck species across much of the Northern…

Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)

The Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil, scientifically known as Byctiscus populi, is a species of beetle in the family Attelabidae. This weevil is known for its distinctive…

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…

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) The Common Kingfisher is a strikingly colorful bird known for its brilliant blue and orange plumage, rapid flight, and exceptional fishing…

Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)

The Splayed Deerfly (Chrysops caecutiens) is a member of the family Tabanidae, known for its biting behavior and distinctive appearance. Here are some key details…

Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major)

🐦 Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) The Great Spotted Woodpecker is one of Europe’s most recognizable and widespread woodpeckers. With its bold black-and-white plumage and…

Eurasian bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula)

The Eurasian Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) is a striking songbird in the finch family (Fringillidae), celebrated for its vibrant coloration and melodic call. It is commonly…

Eurasian bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula)

The Eurasian Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) is a striking songbird in the finch family (Fringillidae), celebrated for its vibrant coloration and melodic call. It is commonly…

Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

The Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni) is a species of beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, known for its association with alder trees. Here are some…

Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

The Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni) is a species of beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, known for its association with alder trees. Here are some…

Spotted wolf spider (Pardosa amentata)

The Spotted Wolf Spider (Pardosa amentata) is a small but highly active spider commonly found across Europe and parts of Asia. It belongs to the…

Hanging fly (Empis tessellata)

🪰 Hanging Fly (Empis tessellata) The Hanging Fly, Empis tessellata, is a curious-looking insect from the Empididae family, commonly referred to as dance flies. Despite…

Six-spotted orbweaver (Araniella displicata)

🕷️ Six-spotted Orbweaver (Araniella displicata) The Six-spotted Orbweaver is a small and brightly colored spider found across parts of North America, known for its delicate…

Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)

The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a striking butterfly known for its vibrant lemon-yellow wings, which give it the appearance of a flying leaf. It…

Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

The Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni) is a species of beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, known for its association with alder trees. Here are some…

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

🕷️ Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus) The Castor Bean Tick, also known as the sheep tick, is one of the most widespread and significant hard…

Hanging fly (Empis tessellata)

🪰 Hanging Fly (Empis tessellata) The Hanging Fly, Empis tessellata, is a curious-looking insect from the Empididae family, commonly referred to as dance flies. Despite…

Six-spotted orbweaver (Araniella displicata)

🕷️ Six-spotted Orbweaver (Araniella displicata) The Six-spotted Orbweaver is a small and brightly colored spider found across parts of North America, known for its delicate…

Western honey bee (Apis mellifera)

🐝 Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) The Western honey bee is perhaps the most well-known and economically significant bee species in the world. Native to…

Common Frog (Rana temporaria)

🐸 Common Frog (Rana temporaria) The Common Frog, also known as the European Common Frog or grass frog, is one of the most widespread and…

Seven-Spotted Ladybug (Coccinella septempunctata)

The Seven-Spotted Ladybug (Coccinella septempunctata), also known as the seven-spot ladybird, is one of the most well-known and widespread species of ladybugs. Here is a…

Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)

The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a striking butterfly known for its vibrant lemon-yellow wings, which give it the appearance of a flying leaf. It…

Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

The Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni) is a species of beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, known for its association with alder trees. Here are some…

Bold crab spider (Xysticus audax)

🕷️ Xysticus audax – A Species of Crab Spider Xysticus audax is a member of the Thomisidae family, commonly referred to as crab spiders due…

Bold crab spider (Xysticus audax)

🕷️ Xysticus audax – A Species of Crab Spider Xysticus audax is a member of the Thomisidae family, commonly referred to as crab spiders due…

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

The Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus) is a species of hard-bodied tick known for its role as a vector of various diseases affecting humans and…

Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum)

In Erik Karits’s mesmerizing photograph titled “Eurasian Pygmy Owl,” we are granted a rare glimpse into the enchanting world of one of nature’s smallest yet…

Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)

The Black-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium mordax) is a visually striking insect from the family Cerambycidae, known for its elongated body and distinctive markings. This beetle…

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…

Common carder bee (Bombus pascuorum)

The Common Carder Bee (Bombus pascuorum) is a species of bumblebee belonging to the genus Bombus within the family Apidae. Here are some key features…

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Ural owl (Strix uralensis)

The Ural Owl (Strix uralensis) is a large, distinctive owl native to the forests of Eurasia. Known for its striking appearance and powerful presence, it…

Thailand frog

Thailand is home to a diverse array of frog species, with many fascinating amphibians found in its forests, wetlands, and rural areas. Here are a…

Purple-edged copper (Lycaena hippothoe)

The Purple-edged copper (Lycaena hippothoe) is a striking species of butterfly belonging to the family Lycaenidae, commonly known for its vivid colors and elegant appearance.…

Cowslip, common cowslip, or cowslip primrose (Primula veris)

The Cowslip Primrose (Primula veris) is a charming and well-known wildflower, appreciated for its bright yellow blooms and historical significance in traditional medicine. Here are…

Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator)

The Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator) is one of the largest lizard species in the world, belonging to the Varanidae family. This reptile is known…

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus)

The Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) is Europe’s smallest bird, known for its distinctive golden crown stripe and energetic nature. Here’s a concise overview of this delightful…

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…

European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus)

T🦔 European Hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) The European hedgehog is a small, nocturnal mammal best known for its spiny coat and its habit of rolling into…

Red admiral (Vanessa atlanta)

The Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) is a well-known and striking butterfly, celebrated for its vibrant colors and migratory behavior. Here’s an overview of this remarkable…

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.…

Orange tip (Anthocharis cardamines)

🦋 Orange Tip (Anthocharis cardamines) The Orange Tip is one of spring’s earliest and most recognizable butterflies in Europe. Males are instantly identifiable by the…

European Pied Flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca)

🐦 European Pied Flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca) The European Pied Flycatcher is a small, agile songbird known for its striking contrast of black and white plumage…

Red-throated Barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos)

The R🐦 Red-throated Barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos) The Red-throated Barbet is a stunning, vibrantly colored bird found in the lush rainforests of Southeast Asia. With its…

Black-shouldered Shield bug (Carpocoris purpureipennis)

Black-shouldered Shield Bug (Carpocoris purpureipennis) The Black-shouldered Shield Bug, scientifically known as Carpocoris purpureipennis, is a notable insect found across Europe and parts of Asia.…

Long-eared owl (Asio otus)

Deep Overview: Long-Eared Owl (Asio otus) The long-eared owl (Asio otus) is a medium-sized nocturnal owl known for its prominent ear tufts, cryptic plumage, and…

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Deep Overview: Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus) The Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus) is one of the most widespread and medically important hard-bodied ticks (family…

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Deep Overview: Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus) The Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus) is one of the most widespread and medically important hard-bodied ticks (family…

March damsel bug (Nabis limbatus)

🪲 March Damsel Bug (Nabis limbatus) The March damsel bug (Nabis limbatus) is a small, slender predatory insect in the family Nabidae, known as damsel…

Ural Owl (Strix uralensis)

The Ural Owl (Strix uralensis) is a large owl species belonging to the genus Strix. Here’s some information about this magnificent bird: Overall, the Ural…

Summer in Estonia

Summer in Estonia is a beautiful time, filled with lush greenery, long daylight hours, and a host of outdoor activities. It typically spans from June…

European crested tit (Parus cristatus)

The European Crested Tit (Lophophanes cristatus), also known as the Crested Tit, is a small, striking bird native to parts of Europe, particularly known for…

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…

Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)

Deep Overview: Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) The Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) is one of Europe’s most widespread and recognizable butterflies, known for its brilliant blue…

Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena vatia)

🕷️ Deep Overview: Goldenrod Crab Spider (Misumena vatia) The Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena vatia) is one of the most remarkable ambush predators among spiders. With…