I knew after I took this photo that it was going to be my favourite of him, but initially I wasn’t sure if I was going to get it. The marten was moving behind a small hill out of site and I thought he might just disappear into the bushes. But I got lucky and he came up from behind a snow bank, cocked his head back and forth and intently listened for rodents scurrying under the snow. I quickly fired off a few frames and smiled to myself knowing that I had the photo I wanted.
Which of the two marten photos do you like best?
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Another great one. I like this one better – the cocked head and more uncluttered composition push it over the top.
Thanks Lyle, and I agree!
Terrific image of this cool critter in a beautiful setting.
I love both but this one is absolutely amazing. It reminds me of the project we once did on martens in Bay James. They look so cute but are so aggressive! So small but so brave. I definitely love martens. Thanks for these great pics.
Wow, that sounds very interesting! Thanks for taking the time to comment and glad you like the photo!
Hi Owen. I enjoyed both beautiful Marten photos but this one is my favourite. I so enjoy all of your posts and look forward to checking my email to see if you have posted new ones. Miss all of the wildlife critters and peeps at the Centre but I am now enjoying seeing them from the windows of my home. Thanks for sharing all of your amazing experiences with all of us.
Hi Mary!
Thanks so much and glad to hear you enjoy all my photos! Pleased to hear all is well up north with you. We miss you down here too!
His face so animated and precious! Nice work my friend 🙂
Thanks!
Beautiful photo – should be in a wildlife calendar or coffee table book!!
Thanks so much!