After months of absence, I noticed on waarneming.nl that the bluethroat had been reported again. Not everywhere yet, but its return was certain. When the […]
Red squirrel – Eekhoorn (Sciurus vulgaris)
Winter is still in full swing, but the sun is already beginning to bring a hint of warmth. Earlier, I spotted a calling black woodpecker […]
Tawny owl – Bosuil (strix aluco)
The tawny owl is one of the first birds to start breeding. As the first signs of spring begin to appear, there is a chance […]
Short-eared owl – Velduil (Asio Flammeus)
The reason I drove to the Eempolder today was the many sightings — and stunning photographs — of short-eared owls in the area. At one […]
Eurasian bittern – Roerdomp (Botaurus stellaris)
For several weeks now, multiple short-eared owls have been reported in the polder, and since there is still some snow on the ground, the chances […]
Red robin – Roodborst (Erithacus rubecula)
It has been a long time since we’ve seen this much snow in the Netherlands — especially snow that actually stays. In fact, I can’t […]
Winter wonderland
A true winter wonderland emerges when snow falls and lingers, transforming the landscape into something almost magical. Everything feels quieter and more serene, and the […]
Common Kingfisher – IJsvogel (Alcedo atthis)
Seeing a kingfisher always brings a smile to my face. Most of the time you only catch a brief glimpse of it—a bright blue flash […]
Cattle egret – Koereiger (Ardea ibis)
Now that Christmas Day has passed, the weather is pleasant, and we are only expecting visitors later today, I still have just enough time for […]
Long-eared owl – Ransuil (Asio otus)
For many years now, several long-eared owls have been roosting in this tree every autumn and winter. During the winter months, long-eared owls prefer to […]