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Pics from Bald Eagle State Park
From scouting the trails to framing the shot—here are a few favorite captures from an 80-degree afternoon trek through Bald Eagle State Park. Pushing through the late-summer humidity was well worth it to catch the local wildlife and forest light in action. Swipe through to see what turned up along the path, and let me know which shot is your favorite! 🌲📸🦌 #Insects #WildlifePhotography #felusproductions #NaturePhotography #viralreels
Lance Ripka
3 days ago1 min read


Late August Hike: Scouting for Wildlife in Bald Eagle State Park
Stepping onto the trails on an August afternoon brings its own brand of quiet anticipation. Clocking in at 4:00 PM with temperatures hovering around 80° and 61% humidity, the air at Bald Eagle State Park carries a classic, muggy late-summer warmth. While the heavy air might slow your pace, it sets a deliberate tempo—perfect for exploring the established trail network with eyes peeled for whatever local wildlife decides to make an appearance. Bringing a camera along transforms
Lance Ripka
3 days ago1 min read


Small Gardens, Big Impact: Why Your Local Insects Need Your Flower Bed
When we think of garden visitors, fuzzy bumblebees collecting pollen and monarch butterflies drifting past usually come to mind first. But behind the scenes, a whole world of tiny creatures—from metallic green sweat bees and ladybugs to hoverflies and predatory beetles—is hard at work powering our local ecosystems. Whether you have a expansive backyard or just a few patio containers, planting a flower garden is one of the single most effective things you can do to support loc
Lance Ripka
Jul 302 min read


Bring Your Garden to Life: High-Nectar Flowers That Bees and Pollinators Love
If you’ve ever stopped to admire a bustling garden on a warm summer afternoon, you know there’s something magical about watching native bees dart from bloom to bloom. Beyond being photogenic garden guests, these pollinators are vital to local ecosystems and food crops. To transform a yard into a buzzing wildlife haven, planting native perennials rich in nectar and pollen is essential. Certain flower varieties are magnetizing for local pollinators—including the bumblebees high
Lance Ripka
Jul 302 min read


Nature’s Most Successful Hunter(Hint: It’s Not a Big Cat)
When you picture the planet's most formidable predators, your mind probably jumps to the usual suspects: apex carnivores like lions stealthily stalking through tall savanna grass, or great white sharks patrolling coastal waters. However, in terms of sheer, terrifying mathematical efficiency, those famous hunters don't even come close. A lion captures its target only about 25% of the time. A hawk or falcon hits around the same mark. Enter the dragonfly. This delicate, shimmeri
Lance Ripka
Jul 202 min read


Buzzing to Spring
The buzz is building 🐝 Warmer days are on the way here in Pennsylvania, and just like the bees, we’re getting ready to shake off the chill and get back to work. Soon the fields will hum, the flowers will bloom, and that golden sunlight will feel a little sweeter. Spring is coming… can you feel it? 🌼 #bees #spring #flowers #insects #photography
Lance Ripka
Feb 251 min read


Warmer Days Please
Warmer days please! Who here in Pa is not ready for warmer days? Here are a few pics of a Orange Sulpher Butterfly. #butterfly #butterflies #insects #bugs #wildlifephotography
Lance Ripka
Feb 121 min read


Looking Forward to Warmer Days….
Insects are fascinating creatures the detail they have is quite remarkable. Here are a few pics, I took in summer last year. #insects #bees #butterflies #dragonflies #clearwing
Lance Ripka
Feb 41 min read


Dragonflies
I can’t wait for Dragonfly Season, or for warmer weather. That’s when the bugs will come out. Patiently waiting. #dragonfly #dragonflies #insects #bugs #photography
Lance Ripka
Jan 171 min read


Free Screen Savers
Come check out the selection of FREE SCREENSAVERS below are some sample images… feel free to go to www.felusprodutions.com #screensavers #freesreensavers #photography #birds #insects
Lance Ripka
Jan 81 min read
Photo ReCap 2025
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Lance Ripka
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Photo Recap September 25
Photo Recap of September 2025! All the photos that I posted in Septmeber 2025! #phototgraphy #outdoors #birds #insects #wildlife
Lance Ripka
Oct 3, 20251 min read


Northern Paper Wasp
Northern Paper Wasp, you can actually see the pollen all over the wasp's body that is why I love these pics. #insects #wasps #bugs...
Lance Ripka
Sep 29, 20251 min read


Japanese Beetles
Japanese Beetles, #beeltes #insects #bugs #photography #outdoors
Lance Ripka
Sep 27, 20251 min read


Garden Whites
Garden Whites, Here is another Butterfly that is in the Garden Whites Family. #butterfly #butterflies #insects #photography #wildlife
Lance Ripka
Sep 26, 20251 min read


Bumble Bee
Bumble Bees, #photography #insects #bees #bee #wildlife
Lance Ripka
Sep 25, 20251 min read


Augochlora Sweat Bee
Augochlora Sweat Bee. This particlar Sweat Bee has an interesting name "Augochlora." Never heard of it until now. I do like these pics I...
Lance Ripka
Sep 24, 20251 min read


Yep, Monarch Butterfly
These pics were taken over the year. As I was actually able to go through and edit I found these few pictures to show case. #insects...
Lance Ripka
Sep 19, 20251 min read


Silver Spotted Skippers
Winter is fast approaching and with that there will be few pics of butterflies. Here are a few of Silver Spotted Skippers hanging out...
Lance Ripka
Sep 17, 20251 min read


Ash Sphinx Moth
Ash Sphinx Moth. #outdoors #photography #moth #moths #insects
Lance Ripka
Sep 15, 20251 min read
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