The most important wild salmon river of Europe, Deatnu, and the most important reindeer herding pastures in Samiland are threatened by humangous mining plans. Continue reading »
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Far away from home
Mandarin Duck photographed in Helsinki this week. This species originates from China but has an isolated population in wild in Central Europe. These birds have been imported to farms in Europe and the runaways have succesfully breeded in nature to form a separate European population. The Mandarin Duck does not breed in Finland and is … Continue reading »
@Lunch break: Red squirrel
Take a quick brake and go out. These squirrels are photographed right down town. Pick a park and you are all set. A botanical garden is the the jackpot. Have a nice one, Antti
Horns up! – City wildlife Vol. 2
Eurasian eagle-owl ZIP code 00100 right at down town Hellsinki. One of the largest owls in the world nested this year right at the core of a modern city. It’s not the first time these birds have nested in Helsinki, but this time they certainly drew the crowd by growing up three young ones at … Continue reading »
City wildlife
Western Capercaillie came into town! This bird familiar to the untamed taiga forests emerged from the woods hungry for love Unfortunately we have cut down its habitat. The city limits are expanding over their homes and the animals become confused. This bird came to look for handsome male capercaillies only to find human companion. More … Continue reading »
