• The Voice of the Undergrowth

    Beneath the tangled undergrowth, where few dare to tread, a tiny shadow flits across a fallen branch. The Eurasian Wren, scarcely larger than a mouse,…

  • Showdown on the Rocks

    These great cormorants are in a heated dispute, but what’s the reason? Is it about territory, dominance, or perhaps even a potential mate? With their…

  • Feathers vs. Fisheries

    A perfect catch! This great cormorant emerges from the water with a fresh fish, showcasing its expert fishing skills. With sharp eyesight and lightning-fast reflexes,…

  • The Fish Brawl

    A dramatic clash unfolds as a great cormorant emerges with a prized catch, only to be ambushed by its rivals. In the world of cormorants,…

  • Nest by Nest, Year by Year

    At Floridsdorfer Wasserpark, the grey herons have established a thriving heronry on the Reiherinsel, a small island that serves as a safe nesting ground. Every…

  • Flip, Toss, Swallow

    Great cormorants have an impressive ability to swallow large prey whole. They maneuver the fish in their beak, flipping it headfirst to ensure a smooth…

  • The Bathing Ritual

    Mallards are well-known for their energetic bathing routines, splashing water over their feathers to remove dirt and parasites while maintaining the waterproofing of their plumage.…

  • Elegance in the Splash

    Mute swans are elegant creatures, but their feeding habits are anything but delicate. They dabble and upend to reach aquatic plants beneath the water’s surface,…

  • Mallard Mayhem

    Two male mallards in a heated dispute! Even outside mating season, mallards can clash over food or territory, showing their feisty side. Nature’s drama unfolds…