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A new book gives a fascinating glimpse into the lives of birds. 'Birds: Magic Moments' provides an insight into the world of bird behaviour and the colourful lives of European birds. Photos by renowned Finnish photographer Markus Varesvuo capture everything from tender moments to dramatic confrontations.
White-tailed Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) being attacked by a Common Gull (Larus canus) in flight, Norway
Markus' patient approach, technical expertise and superb use of lighting have enabled him to capture a remarkable variety of unusual bird behaviour. In order to capture the subjects of his new book he ventured to locations both remote and on his doorstep.
Common crane (Grus grus) displaying in defense against Red fox Vulpes vulpes) in Pernaja, Finland
Born in Helsinki, Markus has been fascinated with the natural environment, especially birds, since childhood. He finds, he says, wild bird photography a never-ending project; with advancements in camera and lens technology continually offering him challenges and new possibilities.
Great Grey owl (Strix nebulosa), Tornio, Finland
Hooded Crow (Corvus corone cornix) trying to open a bottle, Liminka, Finland
Two Common Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) fighting, Pusztaszer, Hungary
Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) hitting the surface of a lake while hunting for fish in Kangasala, Finland, Scandinavia
Willow grouse (Lagopus lagopus) female with winter plumage in snow, Utsjoki, Finland
Grey herons (Ardea cinerea) fighting over fish prey. Porvoo, Finland
Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) fighting, Liminka, Finland
Great Grey Owl (Strix nebulosa) flying low over snow-covered ground, Tornio, Finland
Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica) adult feeding insect to chick on branch, Sipoo, Finland
European Roller (Coracias garrulus) courtship display, Pusztaszer, Hungary
Ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) chick on lichen-covered wood, Ivalo, Finland
White-tailed Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) with a fish (surplus catch) Norway
Juvenile Northern Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis) drinking, Hungary
European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster) with dragonfly prey, Pusztaszer, Hungary
Hoopoe (Upupa epops) with insect prey in beak, Pusztaszer, Hungary
Green Woodpecker (Picus viridis sharpei) male bathing, Spain
Slavonian / Horned Grebe (Podiceps auritus) males fighting on water, Finland
Red-footed falcon (Falco vespertinus) mating pair, Hortobagy NP, Hungary
White-tailed Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) being attacked by a Common Gull (Larus canus) in flight, Norway
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