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Into the Wild: The Soulful Eyes of Orangutans

By Matt Harvey | One Toad Photography There’s something hauntingly human in the gaze of an orangutan. Behind those deep amber eyes lies a story of intelligence, emotion, and survival—one that’s unfolding in the dwindling rainforests of Southeast Asia. As a photographer, I’ve always believed that the lens can be a bridge between worlds. Today, […]

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Orangutans: The Gentle Giants of the Rainforest

Orangutans: The Gentle Giants of the Rainforest By Matt Harvey In the dense, misty rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra, a silent crisis is unfolding. The orangutan, one of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom, is teetering on the brink of extinction. These remarkable creatures, known for their intelligence and gentle nature, are facing unprecedented […]

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Cedar Waxwings: The Playful Nomads of the Sky

Cedar Waxwings: The Playful Nomads of the Sky By Matt Harvey, #OneToadPhotography Introduction: Meet the Masquerade Masters Have you ever spotted a bird that looks like it’s dressed for a masquerade ball? Enter the Cedar Waxwing—a sleek, stylish avian with a flair for the dramatic. With their silky feathers, black masks, and waxy red wing […]

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Dragonflies: The Rockstars of the Insect Kingdom

Dragonflies: The Rockstars of the Insect Kingdom Hey there, nature enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into the world of dragonflies—those dazzling daredevils of the sky. They’re like the rockstars of the insect kingdom, with their flashy wings and killer moves. So, grab your binoculars and let’s get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures. What […]

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The Cicada’s 17-Year Symphony: Nature’s Red-Eyed Timekeepers Emerge

The Cicada’s 17-Year Symphony: Nature’s Red-Eyed Timekeepers Emerge Every 17 years, a natural spectacle unfolds across parts of the eastern United States—a buzzing, red-eyed invasion that feels like something out of a sci-fi blockbuster. These are the periodical cicadas, mysterious insects that spend most of their lives underground, only to emerge in a synchronized explosion […]

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A Dance with the Maasai: Unveiling the Soul of Maasai Mara

A Dance with the Maasai: Unveiling the Soul of Maasai Mara By Matt Harvey, #OneToadPhotography Introduction: Where the Wild Meets the Wise The Maasai Mara isn’t just a postcard of endless savannahs, roaring lions, and crimson sunsets—it’s a heartbeat. A place where the earth hums with life, and the people who call it home weave […]

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The Dawn of a New Life: A Baby Giraffe’s First Moments

The Dawn of a New Life: A Baby Giraffe’s First Moments Some sights in nature stop you in your tracks, pulling you into a world where time seems to pause. I recently captured one of those sights: a baby giraffe, mere hours old, standing beside its towering mother in the early morning light. This wasn’t […]

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A Leopard’s Lesson: A Juvenile’s Feast in the Wild

A Leopard’s Lesson: A Juvenile’s Feast in the Wild There are moments in wildlife photography that feel like pure magic—when nature unfolds in front of your lens, raw and unscripted. Recently, I captured one such moment: a stunning shot of a juvenile male leopard, perched high in a tree, devouring his mother’s kill from the […]

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The Ethereal Egret of Horicon Marsh: A Hunter in a Frosty Mirage

The Ethereal Egret of Horicon Marsh: A Hunter in a Frosty Mirage Horicon Marsh in Wisconsin is a place where nature puts on a show, and on my recent visit, after an unforgettable standoff with a black-tipped wing pelican, I was treated to another spectacle: a Great Egret (Ardea alba) hunting with mesmerizing grace. Its […]

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Chasing the Black-Tipped Wing Pelican at Horicon Marsh: A Photographer’s Adventure

Chasing the Black-Tipped Wing Pelican at Horicon Marsh: A Photographer’s Adventure The Horicon Marsh in Wisconsin is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike, and last week, I had an unforgettable encounter with one of its most striking residents: a pelican with black-tipped wings, likely an American White Pelican, given its distinctive features and […]

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Common Grackle

The Grackle’s Gaze: A Moment of Connection with a Feathered Enigma This morning, as the sun climbed over the horizon, painting the world in hues of gold and amber, I found myself locked in an unexpected encounter. Perched on a gnarled branch of an old oak tree, a common grackle—Quiscalus quiscula—sat with an air of […]

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Turtle in Flight: A Painted Box Turtle’s Sunny Adventure

Featured Image: A painted box turtle perched on a weathered log, its legs splayed out as if caught mid-flight, basking under the golden glow of the sun. The turtle’s vibrant shell—a stunning mosaic of reds, yellows, and greens—pops against the rustic backdrop, captured perfectly by #OneToadPhotography. There’s something magical about a creature so at peace […]