Susan Perlanski
Toronto, CA
Member since December 28, 2020
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Playtime Break
While the streets was quieted due to the pandemic lockdown the city came alive with urban wildlife. After being hold up inside my home for just shy of two months I decided to get out for some exercise and went for along walk. On my way home while rounding a pathway I stumbled upon a family of three red fox kits playing. Fortunate for me I had my camera with me. I sprung into action, being careful not to disturb the kits at play and started snapping up as many photos as I could, while keeping an eye out for mama. One of the kits dove into a hole beneath the ground while the two remaining kits took a play break. They were such a delight to observe and brought me so much joy. It was hard to leave the kits but it was made easier when they disappeared into the ground beneath, retiring to their den.
Blending In
While pruning our backyard garden this past autumn we found this Chinese Praying Mantis hanging out in amongst some of our plants. I had never seen a praying mantis before so I went online to do a little research to familiarize myself with this insect. I ended up spending some time to observe the movements of the mantis and saw it prey on and devour an ant with amazing precision. The mantis is a nice subject to photograph - when you discover one, you have plenty of time to get your camera, set-up and photograph it. It will remain in one place for lengthy periods of time with very little movement.