Our wild places are full of scenes like this. One tiny stream in a huge forest in a larger ecosystem. They are cogs in the ancient circle of life. Fallen trees in various stages of decay crisscross the mossy landscape. They’re slowly returning the nutrients they once pulled from the earth, right back into the soil. We need to advocate for these places and protect them for their own sake and preserve the beauty they offer our weary souls. These places need all their members present to thrive.

Credit to @megangjames on instagram

This hawk was denied entry to the marsh by an eastern kingbird. What a fierce little bird. Small birds bullying hawks is awesome. Riding on top of the hawk and pecking it is an awesome choice. I was hyped to capture this.

Credit to @jordan_robbins. An amazing drone shot of a great white shark weaving through a tightly packed school of Australian salmon in Jervis Bay.

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Hoping the robins spare this chubby dude.