ecology
ecology at Lee LHGFX Photography is a file of 6 stories. The newest of them: “A Quiet Count: South Africa's Cheetah Population Reveals a Stark Reality”, “Sanctuary for the Rare: UK's Bird of Prey Finds Safe Haven.”, and “Art in Action: Stunning Science Photography Wins Top Honors”. A three-and-a-half-year camera trap survey has revealed a sobering truth: South Africa's wild cheetah population is far smaller than we imagined. Deep in a hidden corner of the UK, the rarest bird of prey has done something quietly remarkable: bred successfully for a second year in a row. Lee LHGFX Photography is a dynamic portfolio and lifestyle hub built around the artistic work of @lee_lhgfx — a highly engaged Instagram creator and… The list below is every ecology story on Lee LHGFX Photography, newest first.
A Quiet Count: South Africa's Cheetah Population Reveals a Stark Reality
A three-and-a-half-year camera trap survey has revealed a sobering truth: South Africa's wild cheetah population is far smaller than we imagined. This isn't just a data point, it's a quiet count that demands our attention. The numbers speak to a stark reality, yet the story invites us to look closer at what preservation truly requires. For a deeper exploration of how observation reshapes our understanding, consider our piece on an astrophotography journey with Nikon.
Sanctuary for the Rare: UK's Bird of Prey Finds Safe Haven.
Deep in a hidden corner of the UK, the rarest bird of prey has done something quietly remarkable: bred successfully for a second year in a row. The secrecy isn't about shyness; it's a deliberate shield, keeping wildlife photographers at bay so the species can thrive without the flash of intrusion. We admire the restraint it takes to protect such a fragile moment. It's a reminder that sometimes, the most powerful story is the one we choose not to capture.
Art in Action: Stunning Science Photography Wins Top Honors
A single frame can hold an entire ecosystem of meaning, and the 2026 BMC Ecology and Evolution and BMC Zoography competition proves just that. This annual showcase invites researchers to step back from their data and reveal the artistry hiding in their fieldwork, blending rigorous science with visual poetry. We love how this contest turns observation into intimacy, letting a photograph whisper what a spreadsheet cannot. It is a curated glimpse into lives we rarely see, and that authenticity feels both rare and refreshing.
A Century's Hope: Wild Pine Martens Born in Southwest England
A wild triumph, quietly unfolding: camera traps have captured the first wild pine marten kits born in southwest England in over a century. This is the kind of authentic, vibrant resurgence we love to witness, a small but mighty victory for rewilding. It is a moment of pure, hopeful artistry in nature's own gallery. For more on the delicate balance of wildlife observation, our piece on South Africa's cheetah count offers a stark, related perspective.
Borneo's Rainforest Reveals a Rare Glimpse of an Elusive Cat
Eight and a half years old, and still moving through the Bornean canopy with quiet authority. The camera trap's flash catches a female Sunda clouded leopard, the oldest wild one ever recorded, and it feels less like data and more like a secret finally shared. There's a rare intimacy in these frames, a reminder that the rainforest holds its mysteries close. For those drawn to such quiet revelations, our piece on South Africa's cheetah count offers another sobering look at the wild's hidden numbers.
Ocean's Force: Witness the Extraordinary Predation of an Orca.
There is something unflinching about nature's raw power, and this footage captures it perfectly. A marine biologist recently filmed an orca slamming into a sunfish with such force that the prey literally burst apart. It is a stark, visceral reminder of the ocean's untamed reality. We find the sheer brutality as fascinating as it is humbling. For those drawn to the quieter side of wildlife, our piece on South Africa's cheetah population offers a poignant contrast.