My big hobby is traveling and wildlife photography and I've started vlogging about some of my travels and experiences. On my YouTube channel Jiří Švestka :: wildlife and animals photographer, I vlog my travels around the Czech Republic, as well as my travels in the surrounding states as an amateur wildlife photographer.

Spring Awakens: 23 Bird Species in One Day!

First Spring Photography at the Photo Pond. After a long winter, I finally returned to my favorite photo pond—and spring greeted me in full force. In just one day, I spotted 23 bird species, from shy songbirds to a stunning pheasant that came incredibly close to the hide. In this video, I’ll take you inside the photo hide, show you what the location looks like, and share my first impressions of spring bird photography this year. Nature is waking up, and every moment by the water is worth capturing.

White-Tailed Eagle Encounter – Velký Tisý Expedition

Come with me to South Bohemia, where I spent a week with my family in the Velký and Malý Tisý National Nature Reserve. The main goal of our expedition was the White-Tailed Eagle, but I'll show you much more during this video: The picturesque nature of Velky Tisý, the field station of the Czech Ornithological Society (CSO),  my photo equipment and tips for photography in the field and photos I took during the expedition.

A Day in a Photoblind – Bird Photography Experience

Come spend a day with me in a fixed photoblind and get a glimpse into the world of wildlife photography! We'll make our way to the photoblind, check out the photo location, discuss the photo gear and finally capture some amazing nature moments. You'll see what images I managed to capture!