We interrupt your regular program for this important announcement: I've finally managed to photograph a Pacific chorus frog aka Pacific tree frog (Pseudacris Hyla regilla). It was hiding in a large patch of salal, which by the way produce delicious berries full of antioxidant.

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This young Steller’s Jay (Cyanocitta stelleri) seemed very proud of its find. It hoped around us and looked at us with the rusty leaf in its beak as if it were saying: ''Look what I've found!''

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I recently witnessed amateur and wannabe pro photographers being too close to black bears in the wild. They prevented the bears from catching salmon, foraging for crabs and feeding on grass.

This type of selfish behaviour is detrimental to the survival of bears that need to fatten up before winter. There is also a risk of conflict resulting in injuries or death.

Please respect wildlife, avoid disturbing their routine, let them eat and rest, keep your dog on a leash, and keep your distance!

I recently had the privilege to witness a black bear nursing her cub in the wild on Vancouver Island. She knew that I was there but because I kept a safe and respectful distance from them, she felt comfortable to feed her cub.

Note that I used a telephoto lens and the photo is cropped.

Respect wildlife, keep a safe distance!

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Found a kitten crawling out from under the hood of a big truck this morning in the parking lot of a grocery store. The kitten was confused and a bit scared. I called her and was able to catch her. Workers at the store made a small basket to hold her and she received VIP treatment: treats, water and lots of petting.

I quickly located the owner in the store and reunited her with her cat, who had travelled under the hood of the truck for about 10 km.

Miss Meow the kitten is doing well.

The end.