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 […]
Oostvaardersplassen Almere & Lelystad
Over the past few weeks, it has started to become a fixed part of my Wednesday mornings: heading out birding together with a friend. Sometimes […]
When Life Comes Into Focus
Sometimes life suddenly sharpens everything into focus. In a harsh way, you are confronted with what truly matters, when reality unexpectedly comes sailing around the […]
Summer holiday 2025 – Italy
After more than a week in Germany, we drove on to Piedmont in Italy, where we stayed at our friends’ house together with them and […]