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“Flying Red”. Northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis). Scarborough, Ontario. May 2, 2025.

In Native American cultures, cardinals are seen as messengers from the spirit world. They are believed to bring guidance, protection and comfort to those in need, especially during times of grief and loss. (Source: milanomonuments.com).

Endangered species 😔.

Piping plover (Charadrius melodus). June 2024.

A 2011 survey found just over 450 breeding pairs in Canada. The biggest threat to piping plovers throughout their range is the loss or degradation of habitat resulting from the recreational use of beaches. ATVs, off-leash dogs, or even innocent beachcombers out for a walk often destroy plover nests or prompt the parents to abandon otherwise healthy eggs. In addition, garbage left behind attracts predators such as the red fox, raccoon, ring-billed gull and crow. (Source: wildlifepreservation.ca).

Sony a9ii, 200-600.

IG .