Author: mich.martin

Petaka close up
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Patagonian pumas

Whilst in Torres del Paine National Park last year I spent three days with a guide seeking out wild puma (from a safe distance). They are not easy to find despite the area having the highest density of pumas on […]

king penguin pano
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Falklands gallery page

My Falkland Island collection is now live in my galleries page. To view these images either click on this link https://wanderwild.co.nz/the-falkland-islands/ or visit the galleries page via my website. I can’t imagine I’ll ever have as much fun enjoying a […]

Gentoos returning home
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More Falklands favourites

Here’s a few more of my favourite images from my amazing trip to the Falkland Islands. Keep an eye out on my website for the new Falklands folder which will contain a more extensive selection.

King penguins on the move
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Falklands favourites

I accumulated a huge number of images from my trip to the Falkland Islands (18000 actually!). The next few posts will be a selection of some of my favourite photos. Due to website size constraints I can’t post high quality […]

Falklands steamer duck pair
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Falklands ducks and geese

Penguins naturally grab everyone’s attention when visiting the Falklands but there are a heap of other birds. Ducks and geese are everywhere, with the islands ponds, waterways, lagoons and beaches providing ideal habitat. The Falklands steamer duck is one of […]

Commerson's dolphins playing in surf
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Dolphins in the Falkland Islands

The seas around the Falkland Islands are also rich with life and are visited by several species of dolphins – most commonly Peale’s dolphins and Commerson’s dolphins. Its not difficult to see both species, as they hang out close to […]

Cobb's Wren on seaweed
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Cobb’s wrens

The Falkland Islands have only two endemic bird species – the Falklands Steamer Duck and the Cobb’s Wren. Cobb’s Wrens are tiny little birds that are easily overlooked but deserve to be showcased. Living and nesting close to the ground […]