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fungi watercolour doodle

Fungi & Friends

Judi Lapsley Miller

I can't help but anthropomorphize fungi and cast them as characters - they are so full of personality.

Fungi & Friends

Judi Lapsley Miller

I can't help but anthropomorphize fungi and cast them as characters - they are so full of personality.

Ruru or morepork

How to increase the odds of a great bird photo ...

Judi Lapsley Miller

Even with the best gear, it's HARD to get a great bird photo in the forest. The light is usually low and can also be dappled with harsh highlights and...

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How to increase the odds of a great bird photo ...

Judi Lapsley Miller

Even with the best gear, it's HARD to get a great bird photo in the forest. The light is usually low and can also be dappled with harsh highlights and...

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Watercolour doodle with art supplies

Creating with a beginner's mind

Judi Lapsley Miller

From watercolour doodles to shimmering mixed-media prints, join me on a playful journey of experimenting with art supplies and new techniques.

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Creating with a beginner's mind

Judi Lapsley Miller

From watercolour doodles to shimmering mixed-media prints, join me on a playful journey of experimenting with art supplies and new techniques.

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Kaka fledgling calling

The new kākā kid on the block

Judi Lapsley Miller

A chance encounter with RB-M, one of Zealandia’s fledgling kākā, and the chaotic, charming reality of life after leaving the nest.

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The new kākā kid on the block

Judi Lapsley Miller

A chance encounter with RB-M, one of Zealandia’s fledgling kākā, and the chaotic, charming reality of life after leaving the nest.

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Kaka parent feeding chick at nestbox entrance

A sweet moment captured while kākā nestbox moni...

Judi Lapsley Miller

Mama Kākā feeds her nestling at the nestbox porthole. Earlier this week, I was checking on some kākā nestboxes at Zealandia EcoSanctuary. We do this to get an estimate of...

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A sweet moment captured while kākā nestbox moni...

Judi Lapsley Miller

Mama Kākā feeds her nestling at the nestbox porthole. Earlier this week, I was checking on some kākā nestboxes at Zealandia EcoSanctuary. We do this to get an estimate of...

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Conservation ranger holds a skrarking kaka chick

I promised kākā baby photos, so here they are!

Judi Lapsley Miller

Come with us and virtually experience banding kākā chicks.

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I promised kākā baby photos, so here they are!

Judi Lapsley Miller

Come with us and virtually experience banding kākā chicks.

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Wingspan boardgame

Five reasons Wingspan is the most fantastic boa...

Judi Lapsley Miller

Find out why we love Wingspan so much, and try our special house rule when playing the Oceania expansion: "NZ birds played" end-of-round bonus.

Five reasons Wingspan is the most fantastic boa...

Judi Lapsley Miller

Find out why we love Wingspan so much, and try our special house rule when playing the Oceania expansion: "NZ birds played" end-of-round bonus.

Kowhai blossoms

Joyous signs of spring

Judi Lapsley Miller

With Wellington moving into Level 2, we took advantage of Zealandia reopening, masked-up, and went hunting for signs of spring. I do hope you're able to get out and enjoy...

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Joyous signs of spring

Judi Lapsley Miller

With Wellington moving into Level 2, we took advantage of Zealandia reopening, masked-up, and went hunting for signs of spring. I do hope you're able to get out and enjoy...

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Three toucanets bath in bromeliad flowers - photoart

Birding heaven in the Bella Vista Cloud Forest,...

Judi Lapsley Miller

The Bella Vista Cloud Forest in Ecuador is considered one of the best birding spots in the world.

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Birding heaven in the Bella Vista Cloud Forest,...

Judi Lapsley Miller

The Bella Vista Cloud Forest in Ecuador is considered one of the best birding spots in the world.

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blue footed boobies

The Galápagos Islands - travelling through the ...

Judi Lapsley Miller

With no big bucket-list travel plans on the horizon, I thought I might spelunk my archives and relive some old adventures. Here's hoping we all get to explore further fields...

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The Galápagos Islands - travelling through the ...

Judi Lapsley Miller

With no big bucket-list travel plans on the horizon, I thought I might spelunk my archives and relive some old adventures. Here's hoping we all get to explore further fields...

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Korimako fledgling holding a berry in its beak

A Busman's Holiday in Bushy Park

Judi Lapsley Miller

A visit to Bushy Park near Whanganui, exploring ancient forest, abundant birdlife, and a surprising mix of native and introduced species.

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A Busman's Holiday in Bushy Park

Judi Lapsley Miller

A visit to Bushy Park near Whanganui, exploring ancient forest, abundant birdlife, and a surprising mix of native and introduced species.

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A kaka chick sitting on a towel with a hand gently holding it

How to recover when disaster hits your disk

Judi Lapsley Miller

A product review: Stellar Data Recovery. We’ve all had that sinking feeling when we try to download our photos off the camera card but instead get a nasty error. Or...

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How to recover when disaster hits your disk

Judi Lapsley Miller

A product review: Stellar Data Recovery. We’ve all had that sinking feeling when we try to download our photos off the camera card but instead get a nasty error. Or...

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