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Gray Heron
The Gray Heron (Ardea cinerea) is a magnificent, long-legged wading bird native to Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. READ MORE
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Little Egret
The Little Egret is a small snow-white heron with slender dark bill, blackish legs, and yellowish feet (“golden slippers”). READ MORE
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European Shag
The European Shag is an impressive seabird with a penchant for diving, a striking appearance, and a widespread distribution along… READ MORE
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Great Cormorant
The Great Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo) is a large, heavy seabird with a long neck and tail, short legs, and broad… READ MORE
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Northern Gannet
The Northern Gannet’s elegance, fishing prowess, widespread distribution, and favorable conservation status make it a remarkable avian species of the… READ MORE
ABOUT ME
Through my lens and prose I hope to instill a greater sense of awe, compassion and inspiration as I discover new creatures, explore interesting habitats, and gain wisdom about the natural world that’s all around us. It is my hope that readers are motivated to learn more about our environment and its inhabitants, and become passionate advocates for conservation.
I earned my college degree in biology, a foundation that shaped not only how I see the world, but how I’ve spent my life sharing it with others. For more than 35 years, I worked in education as both a teacher and administrator, guiding students through the wonders of science and the joy of discovery. That same spirit of curiosity has carried me through decades of volunteer work in citizen science and conservation. This blog brings together my passions for birding, conservation, and storytelling.
~ Jim Gain
Reflections of the Natural World 