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🦅 Red-Tailed Hawk: The Majestic Sky Hunter

By Matt Harvey – One Toad Photography There’s something undeniably powerful about watching a Red-tailed Hawk glide effortlessly across the sky. With its broad wings, piercing gaze, and signature rust-colored tail, this raptor is a symbol of wild freedom and fierce precision. Whether perched high above the landscape or soaring on thermals, the Red-tailed Hawk […]

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🧡 Baltimore Orioles: Nature’s Neon Notes in the Canopy

By Matt Harvey – One Toad Photography With their fiery orange plumage 🧡 and flute-like songs 🎶, Baltimore orioles are among the most eye-catching and melodious birds to grace North America’s treetops 🌳. These vibrant songbirds are not just a treat for the eyes—they’re a marvel of nature’s design, full of fascinating behaviors and seasonal […]

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Grey Crowned Cranes: Royalty of the Wetlands

By Matt Harvey | One Toad Photography !Grey Crowned Crane – Featured Image ⸻ 🌟 Fun Fact Fiesta! • That golden crown? It’s made of stiff, straw-like feathers that shimmer in the sun. • They dance! Courtship involves elaborate displays with bows, jumps, and synchronized calls. • They’re the national bird of Uganda, proudly featured […]

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Exploring the Enchanting World of Swallowtail Butterflies

Welcome back to One Toad Photography! Today, we turn our lens toward one of nature’s most dazzling creations—the swallowtail butterfly. With their vibrant wings and elegant flight, these butterflies are a favorite subject for photographers and a symbol of transformation and grace. Fun Facts About Swallowtails • Family Ties: Swallowtails belong to the Papilionidae family, […]

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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 […]