Blog — Destination: Wildlife™

Found! Waterfalls in a Secret Natural Paradise in Florida.

An oasis of crystal clear natural springs, waterfalls, and peaceful walking trails hides just a short drive from Florida's usual tourist stops. It is home to 60+ bird, 40+ butterfly species. Rainbow Springs was a privately owned tourist trap until the interstate by-passed it by in the 1970s. Today, locals and the few savvy travelers who know Rainbow Springs State Park near Dunnellon, Florida swim in the crystal clear waters, drink in the beauty of the waterfalls and hold the secret close to their hearts. Shhhhh! Don't tell.

How to Get "Killer" Photographs - Amos Nachoum Dispels the Myths

At age 5 Amos Nachoum "drowned". He credits that near-death incident with bonding him to the sea. Today, Nachoum dedicates his life to photographing big predators, whales, bears, sharks, and others mostly in our oceans. His goal is to dispel the myths and spread awareness and respect for our world's most endangered species. Amos is having a great time. You are invited to join him on a wildlife photography tourism adventure with BigAnimals.

My Awesome Adventure with Grey Whales in Baja California Sur, Mexico

Human friendly grey whales? That is the mystery and beauty of three lagoons in Baja California, Mexico: Ojo de Liebre Laguna (formerly Scammon's Bay), St. Ignacio Laguna, and Magdelena Laguna. Grey whales migrating south from the Arctic come here to mate, have their babies and introduce them to their human neighbors. Our reader, Susan Sylvan shares her adventure with images by her friend and fellow traveler, Toby Mailman.

Responsible-TourismGuest UserMarch 12, 2018whale, grey whale, boomer travel, family travel, mexico Comments

It's Here! The New York WILD Film Festival!

Bring the kids, the family, everyone will fall in love with The New York WILD Film Festival. From honey hunters driven by an ancient spirit, to South African women facing down poachers, from Nepal to the Amazon to climbing an ice fall in China, to orangutans in Borneo and a young man's crazy ride in Scotland, experiene the New York WILD Film Festival.

Roberta KravetteFebruary 13, 2018Comment

Arctic Angels on the Dunes: How to Photograph Snowy Owls

Snowy owls winter in the dunes of the New Jersey shore. Wildlife photographer, Joe Gliozzo shares his secrets on getting great photographs while protecting the snowy owls. He also shares photographs of important snowy owl behavior.

Are You Willing to Kill For a Better Snowy Owl Photo?

When snowy owls arrive from their Arctic breeding grounds enthusiastic birdwatchers, photographers & others flock to see them - but all that love can exhaust the birds to death. The Friends of the Washington County IBA (Important Bird Area) shares this warning.

Wildlife-Viewing-SafetyRoberta KravetteFebruary 2, 2018Snowy owl, birdwatching, New York State, Endangered SpeciesComment

In a State Not So Far, Far Away ... Adventure on Florida's Nature Coast

Exploring the Chassahowitzka River on Florida's Nature Coast as he did as a (Jedi) child was long on wildlife photographer Robert Wallace's travel list. He shares tips on photographing manatees and birds and kayaking on The Crystal River and Weeki Wachee River, too.

How to Safely See Manatees in the Wild

A guide to responsible manatee viewing. Manatees are curious and friendly, but what are the best ways to keep manatee and you safe and enjoy them too? See these videos for manatee watching Best Practices and learn how to spot unscrupulous or just uninformed tour operators and illegal and dangerous activities.

Roberta KravetteJanuary 28, 2018Comment

The Best Part of an Ending is a New Beginning

The best part of an ending is the new beginning! But before we close the door we'll take one final look - after all, 2017 was the real beginning for Destination: Wildlife. What a great beginning it was! We explored where to see mountain gorillas in Uganda, Asiatic lions in India, bald eagles in Mayland, snowy owls in New York, wild wolves in Alaska and more. We visited Prince of Wales Island Alaska, the western Everglades and welcomed two new Team members. What's next? Take a look.

Roberta KravetteJanuary 8, 2018Comment

Once-In-A-Lifetime Wrong Turn Brings Opportunity & Catastrophe

When a lone corncrake migrating from Europe to Africa gets blown across the Atlantic Ocean it is a rare opportunity for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers in Long Island, New York's Cedar Beach. The viewers were responsible, but an Ocean Parkway driver spelled catastrophe in the dark. Long Island's south shore is home to snowy egrets, clapper rails, gulls, and hawks like the merlin and many other species.

Tom Reichert December 21, 2017 Comments

How To Get Spectacular Bald Eagle Photographs at Conowingo Dam

Getting spectacular, or even good, photographs of bald eagles fishing can be tricky. Wildlife photographer Joe Gliozzo takes us to Maryland's Conowingo Dam and explains how to find the best spot for the eagle action plus 7 Tips on how to photograph wild bald eagles

Just Me & an Alligator, One Day on the Water

An autumn day of solo kayaking and photography in Georgia's unique George L. Smith State Park takes a turn when an alligator unexpectedly shows up - and tags along. Tips on photographing water and reflections on nature's surprises.

Robert WallaceNovember 17, 2017Alligator, kayaking, Georgia, wildlife photographyComment