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Wildlife photography tells stories and reveals both the beauty and fragility of nature. From tiny birds making their way up trees to impressive mammals in their natural habitats, each shot captures a world that is often unseen, inspiring awe and teaching us to respect the planet’s incredible creatures.

Today, we’re excited to showcase the work of Michel d'Oultremont, whose fascination with wildlife began in childhood. In 2007, he took his very first photograph – a crested tit nesting in a fir tree. That single moment sparked a journey that would take him across the Belgian countryside and to far-off lands, all in pursuit of capturing the magic of nature.

Scroll down to explore a stunning selection of Michel’s photographs and experience the beauty of wildlife through his lens.

More info: Instagram | Facebook | micheldoultremont.com

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Liliana Spiro
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Pine Martens

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    Great camouflage! Couldn't tell what it was at first.

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    Taken in Yellowstone. An amazing photo!

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    So alluring, with the iridescense of the feathers

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    Liliana Spiro
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    Ermine

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    Love the snow on its nose!

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    A silhouette of an owl perched on a branch.

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    Liliana Spiro
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    Gorgeous

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    Liliana Spiro
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    Northern Goshawk

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    Blue jay shaking off water?

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    Coyote

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    Liliana Spiro
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    Little Owl, also known as Owl of Athena/Owl of Minerva

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    Bull elk moving through open meadow at dawn,.

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    Liliana Spiro
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    Caucasian Wildcat

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    A squirrel caught mid‑leap.

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    A small passerine (unidentified species of a perching bird).

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    Gorgeous photo of Japanese Red Crowned Cranes

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    Male elk engaged in sparring.

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    So ominous and beautiful. I believe those clouds are Asperitas clouds and usually appear after a storm

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    White swan.

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    A herd of bison being approached or surrounded by wolves.

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    A close‑up photograph of an American bison, specifically its head and shoulder area, covered in snow.

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    Deer. ( I felt left out)

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    Chamois

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    Liliana Spiro
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    This is so evocative. In Swedish lore, this sort of haze is created from fairies dancing :)

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    A black drongo.

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    Northern Goshawk

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    Elk on ridge.

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    Alpine Chough

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