First Encounters

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In the soft evening light of Nova Scotia’s shoreline, a piping plover chick—barely days old—takes its first curious look at the big, buzzing world. With fewer than 60 breeding pairs left in Nova Scotia, even tiny standoffs like this are a big deal. Each small step this endangered bird takes is a symbol of resilience in a race against extinction. This tiny shorebird is a rare and hopeful glimpse into a fragile future.
Taken By
Trevor Lowthers
Taken On
June 29, 2025
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piping plover trevor lowthers birds nova scotia chicks endangered species rare animal beak bird outdoors vertebrate wing seabird grey
  • Focal: 500
  • Lens Model: 200.0-500.0 mm f/5.6
  • Shutter speed: 0.0005 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 8

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