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Marc Venema

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i take pictures. primarily wildlife & bird photography, sometimes astro & weather.

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A Pine Marten poses in late afternoon sun. It is standing on a layer of fresh snow, which has a yellow tinge from the sun. The marten has some snow on its face. The background is mostly blurred with some trees and snow.

A Pine Marten poses in late afternoon sun. It is standing on a layer of fresh snow, which has a yellow tinge from the sun. The marten has some snow on its face. The background is mostly blurred with some trees and snow.

Posing Pine Marten.
#pinemarten #wildlife #photography #nature

19.02.2026 00:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 43 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A Snowy Owl (male), sits on an old fence post. There are trees in the distant background and there is snow on the ground.

A Snowy Owl (male), sits on an old fence post. There are trees in the distant background and there is snow on the ground.

A male Snowy Owl rests on an old fence post.
#snowyowl #bird #photography #birds #wildlife

26.01.2026 00:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 37 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you!

20.01.2026 01:46 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A red fox leaps into the air with all four legs visible, ready to pounce on prey below. It is a side angle of the fox, and its jumping in a meadow with long grass and a bit of snow.

A red fox leaps into the air with all four legs visible, ready to pounce on prey below. It is a side angle of the fox, and its jumping in a meadow with long grass and a bit of snow.

Red Fox pouncing on prey.

This tactic is also known as "mousing", where the fox will leap high into the air and then dive headfirst into the snow to catch voles or other rodents. It's a lot of fun to watch, and in my experiences... they're usually quite successful. #wildlife #photography #redfox

20.01.2026 00:18 ๐Ÿ‘ 68 ๐Ÿ” 12 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

My dad and I did a last minute road trip from ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ in 2015. Game 6 vs Tampa. One of my greatest memories. I'll always remember "Sweet Home Chicago" playing as the players celebrated and went to the handshake line. Every time I hear it, it brings me right back to the UC.

17.01.2026 18:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

You know it's bad when most fans are rooting for a lockout.

16.01.2026 03:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I hope you know how much you're appreciated on Bluesky! The other site was causing me way too much stress, so I deleted my account. No going back.

As a Hawks fan, there's not a ton over here... so having your updates has made the transition much easier. Please don't leave!

15.01.2026 16:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks, Adie!

12.01.2026 01:22 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A Black-backed Woodpecker hammers away at a red pine as snow and bark goes flying. The top of the woodpeckers crown is yellow, indicating it's a male.

A Black-backed Woodpecker hammers away at a red pine as snow and bark goes flying. The top of the woodpeckers crown is yellow, indicating it's a male.

A Back-backed Woodpecker (male) forages away on a red pine, as pieces of bark and snow go flying.

Black-backed Woodpeckers are usually found in the north, especially in burned out forests. Lucky for me, this guy was a few minutes from home.
#birds #birding #bird #photography #wildlifephotography

12.01.2026 00:07 ๐Ÿ‘ 42 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

You did a great job, Keegan! I enjoy when you're on the show. Cheers!

03.01.2026 02:49 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

No, but when it's good, there's nothing better.

02.01.2026 04:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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"George, Festivus is your heritage - it's part of who you are."

May your aluminum poles shine bright, your grievances be aired, and the Festivus miracles be plentiful. Happy Festivus everybody! #festivusfortherestofus #seinfeld

23.12.2025 16:22 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks, Rob

10.12.2025 14:55 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks! Might have to make a few.

10.12.2025 01:36 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks!

10.12.2025 00:58 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A male Northern Cardinal sits on a pine twig during a snow storm.

A male Northern Cardinal sits on a pine twig during a snow storm.

Northern Cardinal (male) during a snow storm today.
#birds #birding #cardinal #birdphotography #wildlife #photography #winter #snow ๐Ÿชถ

10.12.2025 00:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 84 ๐Ÿ” 12 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you!

09.12.2025 14:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A Snowy Owl lands on the ice with a duck in one of its talons. Its wings are spread upwards like an angel, and its eyes are looking forward. The foreground and background is mostly white from the ice, and the snow falling.

A Snowy Owl lands on the ice with a duck in one of its talons. Its wings are spread upwards like an angel, and its eyes are looking forward. The foreground and background is mostly white from the ice, and the snow falling.

Snowy Owl.
#birds #snowyowl #owl #wildlife #photography #winter #nature #birding ๐Ÿชถ

09.12.2025 14:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 52 ๐Ÿ” 9 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks, Keith!

08.12.2025 14:07 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A Snowy Owl looks up and takes a break from eating its prey. The photo shows a side view of the owl. The foreground is mostly covered in snow, and the background/sky is out of focus.

A Snowy Owl looks up and takes a break from eating its prey. The photo shows a side view of the owl. The foreground is mostly covered in snow, and the background/sky is out of focus.

Snowy Owl with prey (long-tailed duck).
#birdphotography #birds #owl #snowyowl #wildlife #photography ๐Ÿชถ

07.12.2025 12:51 ๐Ÿ‘ 52 ๐Ÿ” 6 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Cassie Campbell-Pascall was trying to justify the penalty because the refs needed to "make up" for some missed calls earlier. Either it's an interference or it's not. What are we even doing here?

The terrible penalty aside, this felt like the Seattle collapse all over again. A concerning theme.

27.11.2025 04:22 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A Bull Moose stands in the woods on a cold morning. The breath is visible thanks to the backlit sun creeping up over the treeline. The edges of the photo are dark from trees and foliage, creating a bit of a natural vignette.

A Bull Moose stands in the woods on a cold morning. The breath is visible thanks to the backlit sun creeping up over the treeline. The edges of the photo are dark from trees and foliage, creating a bit of a natural vignette.

Bull Moose on a cold fall morning. Always enjoy being able to catch some breath in backlit conditions.
#bullmoose #moose #wildlife #photography #nature

25.11.2025 22:19 ๐Ÿ‘ 30 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Very nice, Chris!

20.11.2025 01:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

That shot is so ridiculous. 98 is special.

19.11.2025 03:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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a man with a beard and mustache is smiling and looking at the camera . ALT: a man with a beard and mustache is smiling and looking at the camera .

"add to cart" then "complete purchase".

15.11.2025 16:28 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Nice, Chris! Did you buy the mark iii yet? ๐Ÿ˜

15.11.2025 15:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We are having so much fun.

08.11.2025 04:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Will this last? Probably not.

Are we having fun? Hell yes.

08.11.2025 04:13 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks, Rob!

06.11.2025 15:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Two young Bald Eagles meet in the air. The pair are framed in by some dead trees where they were perched.

Two young Bald Eagles meet in the air. The pair are framed in by some dead trees where they were perched.

A pair of young Bald Eagles.
#birds #eagle #baldeagle #wildlife #photography #nature ๐Ÿชถ

05.11.2025 23:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 63 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0