Canada Goose Splashing Down

ISO 1000 — 400 mm — ƒ9 — 1/1000 s

Canon R6 Mark III + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A Canada goose descends toward a lake with wings fully spread, legs extended for landing. Its brown body, black neck, and white chin patch are clearly visible against rippling water. The scene captures the bird midair just above the surface, emphasizing motion and balance.

Cat’s Eye

ISO 1600 — 100 mm — ƒ4 — 1/100 s

Canon R6 Mark III + RF 100 mm ƒ2.8 L Macro IS USM
A close-up shot of a cat's eye. Most of the image is out of focus, but the extremely shallow depth of field perfectly aligns with the very thin pupil, almost a slit. The iris has pastel green and yellow hues.

Black-Headed Gull & Crayfish

ISO 1600 — 800 mm — ƒ11 — 1/640 s

Canon R6 Mark III + RF 800 mm ƒ11 IS STM
A white gull stands on a frozen surface holding a crayfish in its beak, its orange legs reflected in the ice. Two geese rest nearby with heads tucked, creating contrast between the alert gull and the calm, darker birds on the icy water.

Great Cormorant

ISO 12800 — 400 mm — ƒ8 — 1/1000 s

Canon R6 Mark III + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A black cormorant flies low over a calm river with its wings fully outstretched. Water droplets trail from its feathers, suggesting it has just taken off from the surface. The bird’s pale throat and long hooked beak stand out against its dark body. The softly blurred background shows reflections of trees along the riverbank.

Common Kestrel

ISO 2000 — 400 mm — ƒ9 — 1/1000 s

Canon R6 Mark III + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A small kestrel perches on a bare tree branch, surrounded by a web of leafless twigs. The bird faces the camera, its light brown and gray feathers softly lit by warm sunlight. The background is a clear blue sky, and the branches frame the bird, creating a calm, late-afternoon woodland scene.

Common Kingfisher

ISO 3200 — 400 mm — ƒ9 — 1/1000 s

Canon R6 Mark III + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A small kingfisher with bright blue and orange plumage perches on top of an ivy-covered post beside a calm canal. The water reflects soft daylight, and grassy banks line the channel. Bare trees and a blurred path stretch into the distance, creating a quiet, peaceful riverside scene.

Eurasian Magpie

ISO 320 — 150 mm — ƒ7.1 — 1/1000 s

Canon R7 + RF-S 18–150 mm ƒ3.5–6.3 IS STM
A black-and-white magpie perches on a thin tree branch surrounded by fresh green leaves. The bird faces slightly to the left, showing its glossy black head and chest contrasted with a fluffy white belly. Its long black tail hangs straight down, and the softly blurred green background suggests a bright springtime setting.

Carrion Crow

ISO 800 — 150 mm — ƒ7.1 — 1/1000 s

Canon R7 + RF-S 18–150 mm ƒ3.5–6.3 IS STM
A black crow perches on bare tree branches against a vivid blue sky. The bird faces slightly upward, its glossy feathers catching the light. Thin, leafless branches crisscross the frame, and a pale, partially visible moon appears softly blurred in the background.

Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

ISO 4000 — 400 mm — ƒ9 — 1/500 s

Canon R7 + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A black-and-white sapsucker clings vertically to a pale birch tree trunk riddled with rows of small holes. The bird grips the bark with its claws and tail while pecking at the wood. Curling strips of peeled bark surround the holes. A bright green, softly blurred forest fills the background.

Heron

ISO 6400 — 200 mm — ƒ4 — 1/100 s

Canon R7 + RF 70–200 mm ƒ4 L IS USM
A tall grey heron stands in shallow water, holding a small fish in its long yellow beak. Water droplets fall from the fish as the bird pauses mid-stride. The heron’s feathers are a mix of grey and white, and it is framed by dark rocks and soft reflections on the water’s surface.

About the Author

ISO 1600 — 50 mm — ƒ1.8 — 1/80 s

Canon R6 Mark III + RF 50 mm ƒ1.8 STM
A tabby-and-white cat lies with its front paws resting on a blue book. The cat looks directly at the camera with calm, green eyes. The book cover shows a paraglider in a bright sky with clouds. Visible text on the book reads: “LE MANUEL DU VOL LIBRE – PARAPENTE”

Pine Warbler

ISO 6400 — 400 mm — ƒ8 — 1/1000 s

Canon R7 + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A small yellow songbird perches on a thin tree branch, surrounded by pine needles and textured bark. The bird’s feathers are bright yellow with light streaking, and it faces slightly upward as if singing or listening. The background is softly blurred with green and brown tones, creating a peaceful forest setting.

Eurasian Jay

ISO 6400 — 800 mm — ƒ11 — 1/1000 s

Canon R7 + RF 800 mm ƒ11 IS STM
A eurasion jay with soft pinkish-brown feathers, a black eye patch, and bright blue patterned wing markings perches on a weathered wooden fence. The bird faces left with its head turned slightly toward the camera. The background is blurred in green and brown tones, creating a calm outdoor setting.

Banded Demoiselle

ISO 2000 — 300 mm — ƒ9 — 1/500 s

Canon R7 + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A close-up of a metallic blue-green damselfly perched on a curved blade of grass. Its delicate, dark blue wings are folded upright along its back, showing fine vein details. The background is a soft blur of green with hints of pink from nearby plants, highlighting the insect’s vivid colors and slender body.

Squirrel

ISO 100 — 200 mm — ƒ4 — 1/640 s

Canon R7 + RF 70–200 mm ƒ4 L IS USM
A gray squirrel perched on a tree branch holds a nut in its mouth. Its bushy tail curves upward as it pauses on the lichen-covered bark, with a soft, out-of-focus background of bare branches and cloudy sky.

Great Tit

ISO 4000 — 150 mm — ƒ6.3 — 1/1250 s

Canon R7 + RF-S 18–150 mm ƒ3.5–6.3 IS STM
A great tit with yellow underparts, a black head, white cheek patches, and grey wings stands on a mossy tree branch. The bird holds a small green caterpillar in its beak. It is surrounded by lush green leaves, with soft, natural light filtering through the foliage.

Big & Small

ISO 1600 — 400 mm — ƒ8 — 1/1600 s

Canon R7 + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A large brown-and-white hawk soars against a clear blue sky with its wings spread wide, showing detailed feather patterns. A much smaller dark bird flies in the distance above it, appearing as a silhouette.

Orange Tabby

ISO 1250 — 200 mm — ƒ4 — 1/250 s

Canon R7 + RF 70–200 mm ƒ4 L IS USM
A fluffy orange tabby cat sits upright on green grass scattered with autumn leaves. The cat faces the camera with a calm, slightly serious expression. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the cat as the central focus.

Blue Jay

ISO 1250 — 400 mm — ƒ9 — 1/1000 s

Canon R7 + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A close-up of a blue jay perched on a curved metal bar against a soft green, out-of-focus background. The bird’s blue, white, and black feathers are clearly detailed; he's tilting his head slightly to the side while gripping the bar with his claws.

Long-Tailed Tit

ISO 3200 — 400 mm — ƒ9 — 1/2000 s

Canon R7 + RF 100–400 mm ƒ5.6–8 IS USM
A small, long-tailed tit with soft gray and white plumage perches on a lichen-dusted branch against a blurred green background. The bird faces forward, looking slightly down on us; its eyes are outlined bright red.