Photography by Fauna
The silhouette of a Great Blue Heron searching for its evening snack at sunset on White Lake near Montague, Michigan. Photo by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
“I happened across this fellow (the traditional bird of Spring) during my walk with my dog in Kentwood, Michigan.” – photographer Christopher Kierkus.
Pileated Woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus), flying in, excavating in the hole and throwing out the chips as he built his home at Aman Park, Kent County, Michigan. Photography by John Dykstra.
“Proud as a peacock, a rooster parades about its pen an hour after crowing in another summer day on a small family farm north of Custer.” – photographer Todd Reed.
“The Dow Gardens and Conservatory in Midland, Michigan hosts a butterfly exhibit each Spring. While there I photographed this “malachite” butterfly posing nicely on top a pine bough.” – photographer Bill Vriesema.
A nest of sleepy young bunny rabbits, safe and secure in their leaf-and-fur lined den. Photo by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
A Ring-billed Gull (Larus delawarensis) silhouetted against glow of sunset, by photographer John Dykstra.
An impressionistic view of a road lined with trillium, through the spring hardwood forests of Northern Michigan. Image created by the Michigan Artisan, Robert deJonge.
Large gathering of ducks during spring migration along Lake Michigan, as seen from Holland State Park and the iconic Big Red lighthouse. Photo by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
Reflections of a Green Frog (Rana clamitans) in a shallow bit of water at Aman County Park, by photographer John Dykstra.
Some cool-looking cows pastured along 72nd Avenue north of Hart, photographed by Todd Reed.
“There are few things in nature as precious as a baby white-tail deer. I have spent hours trying not only to find these elusive creatures, but also to compose the perfect shot that conveys the sweetness and beauty of these young animals.” – photographer Brad Reed.
A greeting by three bovine friends in a pasture near Ravenna, Michigan. Photo by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
Michigan’s official bird appears out of place after one of the heaviest snowfalls of the winter. Photo by Todd Reed.
A large flock of Canadian Geese take off from their feeding grounds at the Muskegon Wastewater Treatment area. Image by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
Here’s a portrait of a handsome husband… a male mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos) by photographer Christopher Kierkus.
Gull tracks in the sand near Whitefish Point in Chippewa County, Michigan. Photo by John Dykstra.
“Glancing out of a window I saw something out of the ordinary in a snowbank below my deck. Further inspection revealed that it was a Northern Saw Whet Owl feasting on what was probably a …
A Red Breasted Merganser (Mergus serrator) floats along the Grand River channel at Grand Haven, Michigan. Photo by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
“An immature bald eagle soars directly overhead as I hike a trail through the dunes near the Sable River at Ludington State Park. The bird circles over me, seemingly checking me out, or is he just searching for breakfast? Either way, I am grateful for the close-up view.” – photographer Todd Reed.
“At an undisclosed location in West Michigan at 7:44 AM, the “magic” light reveals the outline of an elusive snowy owl resting on the bank.” – photographer Brad Reed.
“The Sable River is a wildlife paradise, especially in winter when inland lakes tend to be frozen over and there are not so many humans present to scare the animals away. I am rewarded for my patience with the sight of a deer coming to the river’s edge for a drink.” – photographer Todd Reed.
A Dark-eyed Junco captured in the photographer’s own backyard in Ottawa County, Michigan. Image by John Dykstra.
An American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) perched during a light snowstorm at the Outdoor Discover Center Birds of Prey Education Facility. Photo by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
“On a cold afternoon, it’s always nice to have a friend you can count on! I spotted these two buddies while driving past a barn near Sand Lake, in northern Kent County, Michigan.” – photographer Stacy Niedzwiecki.
“Songbirds have a way of making everyone smile. This little guy is so round and cute, and he gives me hope of a nearing spring.” – photographer Brad Reed.
A lone seagull rests carefully on a piling at a marina along the Grand River in Grand Haven, Michigan. Photography by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
Hundreds of canvasback ducks take to the air with a thunderous roar over partially frozen Hamlin Lake. Photography by Brad Reed.
“This was my first wild Snowy Owl sighting, and I was fortunate enough to spend all afternoon watching it.” – photographer Stacy Niedzwiecki.
A reindeer portrait captured at one of the only reindeer farms in Michigan. These beautiful animals are used for many fun holiday event all around the state. Photography by Stacy Niedzwiecki.
Geese gather in the early morning at Grand River Park in Ottawa County, Michigan. Photography by John Dykstra.
“A male cardinal, in all his glory, perches on a rock along the Sable River. The red birds stand out year-around but especially brighten the winter landscape of the park and brighten my day.” – photographer Todd Reed.
A Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) perched high on a tree top in Ottawa County, Michigan. Photography by John Dykstra.
A male Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) in Ottawa County, Michigan – photographed by John Dykstra.
