The winter has really set in. We got a lot of snow and the temperatures are deep below the freezing point. I go on my regular strolls through the woods regardless of weather, though when it’s this cold, I don’t usually come across as much wildlife as when the weather is more favorable. On this … Continue reading “Magical Stare-Down with Adorably Cute Red Squirrel on Snowy Winter Day”
Tag: Adventure
Dead Man’s Fingers (Xylaria Polymorpha) – Exploring and Identifying the Intriguing Fungus
The world of fungi is full of peculiar and fascinating life forms, and one such curiosity is the Dead Man’s Fingers fungus, scientifically known as Xylaria Polymorpha. This rather distinctive fungus, with its almost eerie appearance and mysterious qualities, captures the imagination of nature enthusiasts and mycologists alike. Here’s the story captured in the video: … Continue reading “Dead Man’s Fingers (Xylaria Polymorpha) – Exploring and Identifying the Intriguing Fungus”
Adorable European Badger Cub Adventures: Tumbles & Play – Part II
Welcome back to another heartwarming journey into the enchanting world of European Badger cubs (Meles Meles) as captured by my trail cameras. This video is a Part II of the adventure with these adorable furballs as they continue to explore, play, and learn the art of being wild badgers in the heart of the forest. … Continue reading “Adorable European Badger Cub Adventures: Tumbles & Play – Part II”
Chimney Sweeper (Odezia Atrata) – My Enchanting Encounter with a Friendly Moth
Join me on a captivating journey through nature as I recount my extraordinary encounter with a delightful Chimney Sweeper moth (Odezia Atrata). As I embarked on one of my regular walks, the idyllic surroundings unfolded before me – a dirt road flanked by a mesmerizing meadow adorned with a tapestry of vibrant flowers. The air … Continue reading “Chimney Sweeper (Odezia Atrata) – My Enchanting Encounter with a Friendly Moth”
Playful European Badger Cubs Taking Tumbles – Compilation of Trail Cam Videos
Get ready to be overwhelmed by an adorable spectacle of nature! My latest video compilation captures the mischievous antics of playful European Badger cubs as they embark on their nightly adventures. These precious little furballs, born to a proud Badgers, are at that delightful stage where their curiosity knows no bounds. Set against the backdrop … Continue reading “Playful European Badger Cubs Taking Tumbles – Compilation of Trail Cam Videos”
Sett of Injured Badger Gets New Lease on Life After Laying Dormant for Year and a Half
In the fall two winters ago, during one of my regular walks through the woods, I stumbled upon an animal den on a sloping area deep within the forest. I set up a trail camera there to identify the resident, and it turned out to be a European Badger (Meles Meles). I started monitoring the … Continue reading “Sett of Injured Badger Gets New Lease on Life After Laying Dormant for Year and a Half”
All About St. John’s Wort – How to Identify + Health Benefits
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum Perforatum) is a medicinal herb with centuries of documented use. It is a perennial plant with simple leaves and golden yellow flowers which form rich inflorescences. St. John’s Wort is widespread in Europe, Asia and North Africa. In contemporary medicine, St. John’s Wort is mainly used in the treatment of depression … Continue reading “All About St. John’s Wort – How to Identify + Health Benefits”
Badger Mother Still Looks and Acts Exhausted, Hyperactive Cubs Won’t Give Her Break
I’ve worried about the wellbeing of the Badger mother since she was first captured on the trail camera with the drooping head and the muzzle open. Seems she’s still not recovered, as she continues to show the signs of exhaustion, but I no longer think she may be sick. I think she’s just really exhausted … Continue reading “Badger Mother Still Looks and Acts Exhausted, Hyperactive Cubs Won’t Give Her Break”
One of Three European Badger Cubs Got Injured and Limps on Right Hind Leg
The three baby European Badgers (Meles Meles) are already being introduced to the world outside, but even though the sow lets them play on their own while she does work around the sett, they are still little and quite clumsy and unsteady on their feet. Perhaps that’s why one of them got injured and is … Continue reading “One of Three European Badger Cubs Got Injured and Limps on Right Hind Leg”
Scarce Swallowtails Pollinating Field Thistle with Widow-Maker Creaking in Background
The Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides Podalirius) is one of the largest butterflies in Central Europe. It was once quite bountiful, but is getting rarer and rarer. This year is a severe drought year, but despite the growing scarcity of the Scarce Swallowtail, I see them from time to time on the meadows. On my latest run … Continue reading “Scarce Swallowtails Pollinating Field Thistle with Widow-Maker Creaking in Background”