Great British Wildlife & Nature

Great British Wildlife & Nature “Wildlife & nature photographer based in South Lincolnshire, UK 📷
Capturing real moments of British wildlife from marshes to woodland.

Follow my journey as I turn passion into a profession 🌿”

Big shout out to my new rising fans!Thank you. Julie Tarrant
07/08/2026

Big shout out to my new rising fans!
Thank you.

Julie Tarrant

05/08/2026

The Ghost of Moulton Marsh

Some encounters with nature are beautiful.

Others feel almost magical. ✨

For one unforgettable moment, this magnificent barn owl turned towards me and glided silently through the evening air — its wings stretched wide, its heart-shaped face fixed in my direction and not a single sound accompanying its flight.

Everything around me seemed to disappear.

There was only the owl, the camera and that tiny window of time in which instinct took over and I pressed the shutter.

Barn owls are often described as ghosts of the countryside, but seeing one flying directly towards you is something no words can fully capture. It was graceful, mysterious and utterly breathtaking — a moment that was over within seconds, but one I know I’ll remember for the rest of my life.

This is why I keep returning to the wild places.

Not simply for the photograph, but for those rare moments when nature allows you into its world… and leaves you believing in a little bit of magic. 🦉🤍

Have you ever experienced a wildlife encounter that made time seem to stand still?

📍 Moulton Marsh Nature Reserve

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Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎Kath SimmDrop a comment to welcome them to our community,  fans
05/08/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Kath Simm

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community, fans

Thanks for being a top engager and making it onto my weekly engagement list! 🎉Norma Watkins, Kath Simm, Susan O'Connell,...
03/08/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it onto my weekly engagement list! 🎉

Norma Watkins, Kath Simm, Susan O'Connell, Albion Shepherd, Britney O'Connell

03/08/2026

A little moment of pure magic at Moulton Marsh… 🦌❤️

While walking through Moulton Marsh Nature Reserve this evening, I spotted two adult deer quietly crossing the path ahead of me.

Then, seemingly from nowhere, the tiniest little fawn appeared and hurried after them. 🥹

Watching this beautiful family disappear into the darkness together was genuinely breathtaking — and thankfully, I managed to capture the whole encounter on my thermal camera.

It’s moments like this that remind me why I love spending time outdoors. You never know what might be waiting just around the corner.

Pure wildlife magic, with a huge helping of cuteness. ❤️

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02/08/2026

Sometimes nature rewards patience in the most unexpected ways. 🦉✨

This morning at Moulton Marsh Nature Reserve I experienced one of those moments I’ll never forget.

About a year ago, I placed this old tree stump in the hope that one day it might become a natural perch for wildlife. If I’m honest, I often wondered if anything would ever use it…

Then, as I quietly walked through the marsh this morning, I couldn’t believe my eyes.

A beautiful Barn Owl was sitting right there.

For a split second I just stood frozen, completely overwhelmed with excitement. My heart was racing so much I nearly forgot to press the shutter. Then, in an instant, it launched into flight… and somehow I managed to capture this moment.

It’s funny how a year’s worth of waiting can come down to a single heartbeat.

Moments like these remind me why I get up before sunrise, why I spend hours walking the marshes, and why wildlife photography means so much to me. You simply never know what the next corner will bring.

This photograph isn’t just an owl taking off.

It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best moments are worth waiting for. WildlifePhotography NaturePhotography NatureLovers BirdPhotography MoultonMarsh LincolnshireWildlife CanonR5MarkII WildlifePerfection GreatBritishWildlife EarlyMorningMagic

02/08/2026

I got over 500 reactions on my posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉

Not every walk ends with an incredible wildlife encounter… and that’s perfectly okay. 🌙🦌This evening I headed out around...
01/08/2026

Not every walk ends with an incredible wildlife encounter… and that’s perfectly okay. 🌙🦌

This evening I headed out around Oulton Park with my thermal camera, hoping to spot some of the local wildlife. Apart from a few geese, the woods stayed quiet.

But then I looked up.

The moon was rising through the trees, glowing with the most incredible deep red-orange colour. It completely stopped me in my tracks. Moments like this are a reminder that nature doesn’t always give us what we expect—but it often gives us something just as special.

Every walk is an adventure. Every outing teaches you to slow down, look around, and appreciate whatever nature decides to reveal.

Tonight, the wildlife stayed hidden… but the moon certainly stole the show. 🌕✨

Have you ever gone out looking for one thing, only to find something completely different that made the trip worthwhile?

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31/07/2026

To everyone who’s recently joined my page… welcome, and thank you so much. ❤️

Seeing so many new faces here over the last few weeks has genuinely meant a lot to me. Every follow, every like, every comment and every message reminds me that there are people who enjoy sharing this journey with me.

I’m not a professional photographer… not yet. I’m just someone who loves being outdoors, getting up before sunrise, standing in muddy fields, waiting patiently and hoping nature rewards me with a special moment. When it does, I feel incredibly lucky to be able to share those moments with all of you.

My dream is to one day turn my passion for British wildlife and nature into a full-time career. Every single one of you is helping me take another small step towards that dream, and for that I’ll always be grateful.

I promise to keep sharing the beauty of our wildlife, the stories behind the photographs, the early mornings, the successes, the disappointments, and everything in between.

Thank you for believing in what I do. It really does mean more than you know.

Here’s to many more adventures together. 🦉🦌🦊🦅🌿

Steve
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Sometimes a photograph or a simple fact about nature stops you in your tracks.Today I learned that otters can hold hands...
30/07/2026

Sometimes a photograph or a simple fact about nature stops you in your tracks.

Today I learned that otters can hold hands while they sleep, helping them stay together instead of drifting apart. 🦦💙

Whether it’s family, friends, or someone special, maybe that’s a lesson worth remembering. In a world that often feels rushed and disconnected, perhaps the greatest gift we can give each other is simply to hold on.

It’s little moments like this that remind me why I love wildlife so much. Nature isn’t just beautiful… it has an incredible way of teaching us about kindness, connection, and what really matters.

Sometimes the smallest creatures leave the biggest impression. ❤️

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