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Kevin Esser
Mar 24, 2023
Common Toads again
Every spring I enjoy observing countless Common Toads (Bufo bufo) in their breeding ponds. So here are a few of my favorite shots from...
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Kevin Esser
Mar 27, 2022
Same procedure as every year
Another spring and another amphibian season... unfortunately, I missed the Common Frogs once again (they only stay a very few days in the...
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Kevin Esser
Apr 2, 2021
Today is Toad Day
The Common Toads (Bufo bufo) are finally very active in the local ponds. It's a lot of fun to watch them. Sometimes they are floating...
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Kevin Esser
Mar 28, 2021
March of the herps
This March was mainly very cold and grey in Germany. After the sun finally showed up, we went for a hike in the area and found some...
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Kevin Esser
Jun 3, 2020
Bavarian Alps, part III
A nice hike along a little stream called Hammersbach leads to the Höllentalklamm (Hell Valley Gorge). The name might sound a little...
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Kevin Esser
May 31, 2020
Bavarian Alps, part I
Samira and I actually had different travel plans, but because of COVID-19 all flights were canceled and borders were closed, so we ...
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Kevin Esser
Apr 13, 2020
German spring - Amphibians
I spent another winter in Costa Rica, so I was able to flee from the cold and enjoy the tropical flora and fauna. Back in Germany, I also...
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Kevin Esser
Jun 24, 2017
Treasure hunt
I have planned to explore a new destination somewhere not too far away. I used the help of Google Earth. After searching in the vicinity...
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