Wildlife Photography by Erik Karits

Long-eared Owl (Asio otus)

The Elusive Sentinel: Mastering the Mystery of the Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) Among the nocturnal hunters of the forest, few are as enigmatic or as…

The Tiny King: Discovering the Goldcrest (Regulus regulus)

Meet the lightweight champion of the bird world. The Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) is officially the smallest bird in Europe, weighing a mere 5 to 6…

Green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)

The Emerald of Spring: Discovering the Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) In the world of butterflies, true green is a rare and precious color. The Green…

Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)

A Splash of Azure: The Enchanting World of the Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) Widely considered one of the most beautiful and easily recognizable butterflies in…

Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)

The Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) is a small, widespread butterfly belonging to the family Lycaenidae. It is one of the most common and easily recognizable…

European peacock (Inachis io)

Here’s a detailed overview of the European Peacock (Inachis io), one of Europe’s most recognizable butterflies: European Peacock (Inachis io) Taxonomy & Classification General Description…

Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator)

The Giant of the Wetlands: Discovering the Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator) The Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator) is one of the most impressive reptiles…

Plain tiger (Danaus chrysippus)

The Plain Tiger (Danaus chrysippus), also known as the African Monarch, is a species of butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. It is well-known for its…

Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)

The Black-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium mordax) is a species of longhorn beetle belonging to the Cerambycidae family. Here’s an overview of this fascinating insect: Overall,…

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 tiger, Striped Tiger (Danaus genutia)

The Common Tiger (Danaus genutia), also known as the Striped Tiger, is a medium-sized butterfly found throughout Asia and is part of the milkweed butterfly…

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…

Oriental hornet (Vespa orientalis)

The Oriental Hornet (Vespa orientalis) is a species of hornet that is native to parts of Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Known for its…

Red-throated barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos)

The Red-throated Barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos) is a colorful bird species belonging to the family Megalaimidae, which is native to Southeast Asia. Here are some key…

Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)

The Green Crab Spider (Diaea dorsata) is a fascinating arachnid belonging to the family Thomisidae, known for its ability to blend into its surroundings and…

Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum)

Here’s a full, detailed overview of the Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum), Europe’s smallest owl and one of its most fascinating forest predators. 🦉 Eurasian…

Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula)

The Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula) is a distinctive and fascinating bird of prey that inhabits the boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere, including regions of…

Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)

The Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius) is a striking butterfly species belonging to the Papilionidae family. Here are some key features and characteristics: Overall, the Scarce…

Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)

The Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius) is a large, striking butterfly belonging to the family Papilionidae. Despite its name, the Scarce Swallowtail is not particularly rare…

Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula)

The Northern Hawk-Owl (Surnia ulula) is a species of owl belonging to the family Strigidae. Here are some key characteristics and information about this fascinating…

Small heath (Coenonympha pamphilus)

The Small Heath (Coenonympha pamphilus) is a widespread and common butterfly found throughout Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. Known for its modest size…

Chestnut heath (Coenonympha Glycerion)

The Chestnut Heath (Coenonympha glycerion) is a small butterfly belonging to the family Nymphalidae. It is commonly found in grasslands across Europe and parts of…

Northern brown argus (Aricia artaxerxes)

The Northern brown argus (Aricia artaxerxes) is a captivating “glacial relict”—a species that became stranded in northern and mountainous regions of Europe as the ice…

Titania’s Fritillary (Boloria titania)

The Titania’s Fritillary (Boloria titania), also known as the Pallas’ Fritillary, is a butterfly belonging to the family Nymphalidae. This species is known for its…

White admiral (Limenitis camilla)

Overview The White Admiral (Limenitis camilla) is a striking and graceful woodland butterfly found across Europe and parts of Asia. Known for its elegant gliding…

Large copper ( Lycaena dispar)

Here’s a complete overview of the Large Copper (Lycaena dispar): 🦋 Large Copper (Lycaena dispar) Taxonomy: 🧡 Identification The Large Copper is one of Europe’s…

Six-spot Burnet (Zygaena filipendulae)

Here’s a detailed overview of the Six-spot Burnet (Zygaena filipendulae) — one of Europe’s most striking day-flying moths: 🐞 Six-spot Burnet (Zygaena filipendulae) 🔹 Taxonomy…

Eurasian bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus)

ThEurasian Bee Beetle (Trichius fasciatus) Family: ScarabaeidaeSubfamily: Cetoniinae (Flower chafers)Common names: Bee beetle, Eurasian bee beetle, Bumblebee mimic beetle 🐞 Identification This is a classic…

Four-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Pachyta quadrimaculata)

Pachyta quadrimaculata, commonly known as the Four-spotted Longhorn Beetle, is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae. This species is noted for its distinctive…

Ferruginous bee-grabber (Sicus ferrugineus)

Here’s a complete natural history and identification overview of the Ferruginous Bee-grabber (Sicus ferrugineus), a striking parasitic fly commonly found in Europe’s meadows and hedgerows.…

Pellucid fly (Volucella pellucens)

The Pellucid Fly, also known as the Bumblebee Hoverfly (Volucella pellucens), is a striking species of hoverfly known for its distinctive appearance and interesting life…

Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)

The Goldenrod Crab Spider (Misumena vatia) is a fascinating species of crab spider belonging to the family Thomisidae. Known for its remarkable ability to change…

Green shield bug (Palomena prasina)

The Green Shield Bug (Palomena prasina) is a common species of true bug belonging to the family Pentatomidae. Known for their distinctive shield-like shape and…

Eurasian Blue tit (Cyanistes caeruleus)

The Blue Tit, scientifically known as Cyanistes caeruleus, is a small and colorful passerine bird commonly found across Europe and parts of Western Asia. Here…

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…

Common leaf weevil (Phyllobius pyri)

Common Leaf Weevil (Phyllobius pyri) is a small beetle belonging to the family Curculionidae, often recognized for its distinctive elongated snout (rostrum). It is commonly…

Common Gull (Larus canus)

The Common Gull (Larus canus), also known as the Mew Gull in North America, is a medium-sized species of gull found across Europe, Asia, and…

European Crested Tit (Lophophanes cristatus)

Here’s a detailed natural history overview of the European Crested Tit (Lophophanes cristatus), a distinctive little songbird of European conifer forests: European Crested Tit (Lophophanes…

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…

Ao Nang , Thailand

Ao Nang is a vibrant beach town in Krabi, Thailand, known for its stunning limestone cliffs, clear waters, and a variety of activities that cater…

Beautiful Demoiselle (Calopteryx virgo)

🧚‍♂️ Beautiful Demoiselle (Calopteryx virgo) The Beautiful Demoiselle, Calopteryx virgo, is one of the most striking and elegant damselflies in Europe. With its metallic body…

Plain tiger (Danaus chrysippus)

The Plain Tiger (Danaus chrysippus), also known as the African Monarch, is a species of butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. It is well-known for its…

Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

🕷️ Woodland Jumping Spider (Evarcha falcata) The Woodland Jumping Spider, Evarcha falcata, is a charismatic and visually alert species of jumping spider found across much…

Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

🕷️ Woodland Jumping Spider (Evarcha falcata) The Woodland Jumping Spider, Evarcha falcata, is a charismatic and visually alert species of jumping spider found across much…

Common carder bee (Bombus pascuorum)

The Common carder bee (Bombus pascuorum) is the most ubiquitous of the “brown” bumblebees. While many bumblebee species are struggling, the Common carder remains a…

Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)

The Green Crab Spider (Diaea dorsata) is a fascinating arachnid belonging to the family Thomisidae, known for its ability to blend into its surroundings and…

Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)

The Green Crab Spider (Diaea dorsata) is a fascinating arachnid belonging to the family Thomisidae, known for its ability to blend into its surroundings and…

Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)

The Green Crab Spider (Diaea dorsata) is a fascinating arachnid belonging to the family Thomisidae, known for its ability to blend into its surroundings and…

Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)

Here’s a detailed and photo-caption–ready overview of the Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi) — a small but striking beetle known for its elegant leaf-rolling behavior.…

Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)

Here’s a detailed and photo-caption–ready overview of the Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi) — a small but striking beetle known for its elegant leaf-rolling behavior.…

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…

Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)

The Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) is a small and striking butterfly known for its vibrant green coloration. Here’s a detailed overview of this fascinating species:…

Hooded Crow (Corvus cornix)

The Hooded Crow (Corvus cornix) is one of the most distinctive and intelligent members of the corvid family. Once considered a mere subspecies of the…

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)

The Common Kingfisher, scientifically known as Alcedo atthis, is a small and brightly colored bird found across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Here are some…

Emma gray`s forest lizard (Calotes emma)

Emma Gray’s Forest Lizard, scientifically known as Calotes emma, is a species of agamid lizard found in parts of Southeast Asia. Here are some key…

Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)

Here’s a detailed natural history overview of the Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus), one of Europe’s most widespread and recognizable butterflies: Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) Taxonomy…

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…

Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum)

The Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum) is a small and elusive owl species found across Eurasia. Noted for its diminutive size and distinctive appearance, it…

Spotted march fly (Trypetoptera punctulata)

The Spotted March Fly (Trypetoptera punctulata) is a member of the family Rhagionidae, commonly known as snipe flies. These flies are notable for their distinctive…

Stump-tailed macaque (Macaca arctoides)

Excellent choice — here is a deep, no-pictures scientific overview of the Stump-tailed Macaque (Macaca arctoides), a distinctive and fascinating Old World monkey species native…