FILMING WILDLIFE at my new DIY NATURE Pond

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Hope you enjoy the update! Crazy we're already getting the first early migrants passing through the area. Fall and Winter is right around the corner!

[@SpaceGenome]

Yes I did enjoy

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

@@SpaceGenome happy to hear!

[@Yeklifestyle]

Yeah … you’re so inspiring and awesome…

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

@@Yeklifestyle That means a lot, thank you :)

[@mdsihabbatsah]

Yes I did enjoy 😊🙂

[@HughPoland]

Stefano, this video rivals anything I would see on a nature channel on cable. Beyond the excellent photography and videography, which we've come to expect, you are an excellent storyteller. I think this video is your best ever! Way to go!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much, Hugh! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@judykco1]

I agree!

[@kimberlyonseastar]

I love the beauty of nature. You’re explanations of predators were helpful. It is the natural rhythm of life. I thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you for building a place where small creatures can thrive ❤

[@richardj.chaparrosr.9810]

I feel the same....🚫cable

[@maxgotts5895]

Agreed! Such wonderful content Stefano!

[@ajax_jones]

I love this pond series so much. It's amazing to see how much life it sustains only months after being built.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

So nice to hear! “Built it and they will come” 🙂🐦

[@SmurfingGhoul]

I actually shed a tear for the little bird at the end.

[@LifeInTheWildPhotography]

Stefano, I dont comment on many YT videos but feel I just have to on this one as I have absolutely loved this series about your new pond. You have worked so very hard to provide the local wildlife with this amazing facility and also documented it so well - congratulations 🙂

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much for the kind words!!

[@bubblez3177]

Just found your videos- absolutely love the pond and video clips you've done! About the 2 nests. Some varieties of turkeys' gender are dependent on the temperature during incubation. The female had 2 nests, probably to hatch one set as male and the other female.

[@okehansen3872]

Absolutely Beautiful! Magnificently done as always. Great videography, editing and sound design only topped by your amazing knowledge about local wildlife. This has got to be my favourite series on youtube by now!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much for the kinds words! Means a lot 🙂

[@catkin3]

Agreed

[@attilahajabacs6453]

This is my fav. channel about birds. This pond project inspires me to build something similar. Excellent work, keep on, I'm always tuned for the next episode :)

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you! Hopefully your project is going well! 😀

[@greenbrain8725]

My heart swells with fascination and love for this little pond and its residents. Thanks for letting an old lady live vicariously through you and your process. This includes watching you build from start to finish. Good educational commentary. Thank you!

[@snippetsordinarylife]

Whilst I knew about the symbiotic relationship between ants and aphids, it was amazing to see what actually happens. You are not only an wonderful photographer, but sharing such a deep understanding of nature, is a blessing to all of us

[@tommydaynjer5334]

This is the best thing I’ve seen in a long time. I’m so glad I found your channel. All that effort building the new pond has really paid off!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Happy to hear you enjoyed it, thank you!

[@SkylarkFields]

You are an amazing film-maker - this had me engrossed right from the start. Beautiful footage of a beautiful little piece of paradise. So many different birds and insects there! The accompanying music was just right too. This was a really restful video to watch, I loved the commentary, and the little swallow at the end almost had me in tears. I was so glad it got out of the nest box! I learned lots of things from this video. I never knew all that about the ants and aphids, for instance. Fascinating! Already looking forward to your next!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

So happy to hear you enjoyed it all. It was a lot of fun to edit! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@AllDayBikes]

Already watched like 3-4 videos on these ponds from you, it's like a nature documentary without the fluff. Your knowledge of species, both animal and botanical, makes me want to learn more than just "that's a tree", "oh look a bird" or "that's a flower". Guess I will have no choice but to subscribe haha. Nice.

[@dee1408]

I cried at the end. Thank you for such a beautiful video. You are blessed for all your hard work.

[@p4ul.f708]

This is currently my favorite content on KZbin. Its so relaxing, educating and interesting to see these super stunning videos. In this episode I missed a bit the photos, even though the video clips were superb as always

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

I’m happy to hear you’re enjoying the videos! 😀

[@maegantucker6684]

Wow!! Incredible! It was like watching a documentary but better! I appreciate that you’re using native plants to encourage wildlife around your pond. Lobelia cardinalis is one of my favorites for ponds! Hummingbirds adore it.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you! I put a bunch of seeds of that plant for the hummingbirds. Since they’re perennials I’ll only see them flower next year. If I don’t get enough flowering I’m thinking of transplanting them. I really hope they flower next year 😁

[@hollyneill5754]

This was incredible to watch. The final swallow in the nest box was so suspenseful! Fave KZbin channel by a mile. Thank you for putting so much time and care into creating a haven for the wildlife

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

So happy to hear you enjoyed it!! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@mariafletcher6603]

You can not have one thing with out the other it's one big circle of life. Wildlife benefits off each other. No matter what spieces it is. Mother nature is so beautiful and can be so destructive to. You so lucky to live where you are. That's what I call paradise. Just nature all around. from UK 🇬🇧👍👍

[@magzb2642]

It's amazing how many people adore wildlife. I hope the people with over maintained gardens follow your lead and go wild. It's so wonderful.

[@askWanderer]

Oh. So cute that last little fledgling.

[@dmr8914]

Youve once again proved that biodiversity is the key to a healthy ecosystem. Its not just food, it not just water. It includes also includes home, shelter and diverse food sources. Well done Stefano!

[@mariafletcher6603]

How wonderful to see the fledglings leave the nest. And all thanks to you my friend. You provided a beautiful habit where all species can thrives and call home. Congrats well done. This video made me cry. Thanks tears of joy. from UK 🇬🇧👍👍

[@JavierMorenoX]

You have become a master on storytelling in a bigger sense than just wildlife as much as I enjoy this topic. The usage of different kinds of filming techniques add a lot, for example the flowers footage or the spider hunting the bug and then backing off after getting the chemical counterattack was a great episode on its own. Well done.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much, Javier! Really happy to hear you're enjoying the stories!

[@jukusho]

This is such an underrated channel. Thanks for allowing us to watch you and your wildlife pond!

[@emilyriley6029]

This is better than any BBC nature documentary

[@ABirdersParadise]

That's awesome! Love how you carefully avoided saying who the mystery person was...at least the first two times. Glad the Tree Swallow finally made it out of the nest box.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Haha thank you so much!

[@smittyk7810]

Capturing the first moments in the little bird's life and achieving freedom was amazing. Great story telling. So, I subscribed.

[@ninakrzyzanskinaturfotografie]

I am so in love with your pond project! Thank you so much for all your work and the opportunity for wildlife to find a great place and a new home! Great video! Greetz from Austria

[@roystrandberg2091]

This is a great series. Very interesting and uplifting, even though I know nature can be merciless and brutal at times. You've captured some picturesque moments that almost makes me forget. Thank you.

[@WarblerRidge]

Yay! I was looking forward to a pond update. Your photography and videography is so beautiful! Around 4:40 it looks like the dove was actually floating and swimming like a duck. I had no idea they did that. I loved the Tree Swallow story! I was really routing for that little guy to make it. One tip for your pond. Maybe consider adding a couple shrubs or small trees along the bank. I have a much smaller bird pond but I’ve noticed that just about every bird lands in one of the surrounding shrubs before entering the pond. I have an oak leaf hydrangea and sand cherry on one side and a small service berry tree on the other. Plus branches and perches like you’ve added. Can’t wait to see who shows up at your pond during fall migration!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much! I know, that was the first time I saw a dove do that, so strange lol. Great tip! At the beginning of the year I put in some cuttings on the right side of the pond. They are pretty slow growing though so maybe I'll look around for some larger, more established shrubs to get it kickstarted a little quicker!

[@nina1608]

You have a great talent for storytelling - I am thoroughly fascinated and can't wait to see what will happen next. Thank you so much for your hard work, and imagination, and for sharing your experiences.

[@CrazyBlueMood]

Amazing as always Stefano, the best part was the Ants and the Aphids for me as how nature looks cruel but has a flip side and how Ants are smart enough to evolve this relationship. Super stuff, thanks for sharing the amazing video.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

So glad you enjoyed that segment! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@johnotooledoggames2336]

Hi from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪, brilliant video very good sharing wonderful nature 🔔+🔔

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks for watching!

[@JaredEagles]

A very good morning indeed! Excited to watch.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks for watching 🙂🐦

[@hawki1980]

Your videos keep getting better and better. Amazing work! Thanks for your efforts!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you so much!! 😀

[@jukimax]

I was looking forward to a pond update already few times, thank you for sharing this. It's also been nice to notice how your video and storytelling skills are developing all the time and you're already my favorite content creator, keep up the excellent work!. Happy Birding Stefano! :)

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

That's so great to hear! Thank you so much!

[@DrippingtheDrop]

Another great video Stefano! Really liked the insect additions. I enjoyed how you turned the video into a few short stories. Well done! Keep up the great work.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it, Eric!

[@decameter]

This channel's really been nice to fine, it reminds me of when I was young at my grandmas, who lived in the woods. I'd stumble upon bird nests, and watch Chikadees eating at the feeders, and blue jays all over the trees. IT was my favorite place to be whenever I could. Even now I love sitting on the porch and just listening to the birds and tree frog calling in the summer.

[@lasnierjeanluc715]

compliment! In our time it is all the more important what the simplicity, in connection with nature. The film turned out really well! Jean-Luc Lasnier

[@sherriianiro747]

Your photography is extraordinary! These videos are excellent documentaries for conservation and biology and are good enough for classroom viewing. The best part is that you prove that each of us, no matter how small the effort can make a difference to save our wildlife. Kudos!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Well said, and thanks for the kind words! 🙂

[@MedusaJellyFish300]

I watched all the videos of your beautiful new pond and it was beautiful adventure that enjoyed watching. You are such a nature lover 💕. And very kind caring human being. ❤️ You are the perfect example of the best humanity could offer. You are kind, caring, loving, and beautiful soul. Your family, wife, and child must be real proud of you. I wish nature would repay you with a long healthy life on this Earth. 🪷🏵🌺🌻🪻🌷

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you so much for the kind words! It's really appreciated and means a lot!!

[@tiiuvanamois7233]

Hi Stefano, from Australia. Regarding algae in ponds. Here we might get toxic blue green algae in dams. Usually if there has been superphosphate runoff. Solution is put in some bales of hay. Forms a raft might go up and down depending on temp. Little black dots on the straw rafts are Daphnia. Water fleas which eat blue green algae! Soon water is clear again. Nice story.

[@matthewgardiner6793]

Hi Stefano hi from NZ…your DIY pond was wonderful,couldn’t believe what the pond achieved both in growth and visitors(wildlife) but these ponds on your new property are stunning,wonderful for your filming,can’t wait for your Spring postings..your photography is wonderful but your presentation and narrative is so good…wish I’d discovered you a lot sooner,Thankyou for sharing,also enjoying being introduced to your beautiful native birds

[@sarahhajarbalqis]

Favorite 'wild' channel. Thank you for super sharing.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching!

[@ellee2937]

Such a beautiful story at the end of the littlest last nestling who with sheer determination made it out of the nest box & the way it looked in awe at the new world around it was so precious! 😄 PTL for all his beautiful creatures! 👏🏻 thank u for your wonderful videos & God bless u for saving so many wildlife & plants & creating an environment in your little patch to thrive it means the world 🌎 to them! 👍🏻

[@Nangramdipu4]

13:25 reminds me of the story "His first flight" by liam o'flahert that im currently reading this year in my 10th great, it is a small, simple yet quite a moving story telling us about self-confidence and courage, i mean we are our greatest ally in the times of need. I'm glad the little birdie finally got the courage and finally flew

[@blackravengallery6656]

Thank you for these amazing videos! The are so inspiring and calming, love to watch them. Thank you!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Also, I just realized the super thanks. Very generous, thank you! 🙂

[@blackravengallery6656]

@@TheWildlifeHomestead it was nothing, thanks again for the video! The filming, music and your voiceover is truly great! It's leaves me feeling hopeful and inspired. 🙏

[@privatename8228]

Wow! Your photography, videography and vast knowledge blows me away.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you!

[@nerminjahic4125]

Your work mister is exceptional, made my day. Simple habitat and so much fun. Thanks

[@thekylehampton]

Some of the most amazing footage I've ever seen of those aphids and ants. Amazing! And such a great lesson/narration on what was going on there! One of my favorite videos of yours ever!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Wow so great to hear! Thank you!

[@Kate-nd4rl]

I love being reminded of the cycle of life in this video. All these creatures are important in their own way.

[@stephena4371]

Best bird content around and now with added flora and fauna. Brilliant stuff. My wife and I are loving the series.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

So happy to hear you're both enjoying it! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@k1t_k4tt]

I subscribed at 50k subscribers today around 13:00 8+ GMT-- and now at 56k. I definitely cannot wait to see you earn more than just a million! The pond was worth investing. Such an earthy, homey content.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@DaveKnowlesFilmmaker]

What a wonderful programme. Programmes like this make me love KZbin. I know what goes into programme making so thank you for making it and all your hard work you put in producing it.

[@steffenc77]

You have an really huge amount of knowledge to top it of being an amazing handyman, storyteller and sense of care for our nature. Im really amazed and it gives me a real pleasure and calm watching your videos.

[@avaparsons5604]

Your channel has easily became my favorite! Your videos are amazing, its so lovely to see all the specious! Keep up the great work.

[@simon_dentremont]

Excellent footage and storytelling as usual Stefano. Love your editing and sound design too!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

So happy you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@salmosalmosan]

Thank you for your wonderful minutes in your video. A perfectly selected plot, beautiful place, beautiful plants, a variety of birds.

[@KennethLawrencePhotography]

Such a beautiful paradise you've created, Stef! Love the many stories and biodiversity!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much, Kenneth!

[@FlorianGlechner]

I am wondering if there is an update from the pond? I really like the way you do these videos! Great combination of story telling, beautiful pictures and birds :-)

[@Tipp_Of_The_Mitt]

One of the best Nature Doc channels on KZbin.

[@HolyIslammessage]

i watch again . so beautiful videos for me i liked this videos . Nature is beautiful secanry

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much for watching again 🙂

[@HolyIslammessage]

@@TheWildlifeHomestead Love you so much dear 💕💝❣️😍 i am so happy for reply my comment. 😍❣️💝💕💕💝❣️😍❣️💝💕

[@KLP36912]

6:20 Put gravel between the sand bank and the plant. It will minimize overgrowth, and provide distance grass to pond. And a stepping path for you to move around.

[@M_Teeboo]

I'm so proud of that little bird for making out into the world.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Same here! 🙂

[@maryannsarkady7950]

I just found your channel, and I subscribed ! I thoroughly enjoyed seeing the birds and the creation of your pond !

[@garyshackelford4474]

I’m enjoying following your journey with your new pond. I suggest that you double-check the ID of the plant you believe is Jerusalem artichoke. The red upper stem, relatively narrow upper leaves, and pretty moist habitat suggest to me that it might be sawtooth sunflower (Helianthus grosseserratus) instead. Check also the texture of the leaves. The upper surface of the leaves of Jerusalem should be very rough.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much! I’ll definitely double check that. I had assumed Jerusalem artichoke due to all the bulbs that were left behind from the old pond, but I’ll go have a look when I can. Thanks for the tip!

[@petersterling5334]

So interesting! Amazing you made this Pond from Nothing. Good job! Just stumbled on your Video. Really Important work you are doing!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

That means a lot, thank you!

[@paman62]

คุณถ่ายทำชีวิตและธรรมชาติได้อย่างสวยงามมากๆค่ะ thanks for sharing all nice creatures and plants.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@skojna06]

Really beautiful footage and interesting video! Very well done!

[@APrairieDog]

Superb content, I love those beautiful flowers.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much! Happy you enjoy them!

[@pierrecarrier9455]

Wow, beautiful images. A pleasure to look at your work.

[@VLXMario]

Great production quality!

[@crtmojo2705]

Something happening everywhere! Nice job on the flowers. I added wildflowers and insect houses. Tons of traffic with the bees and butterflies this summer and fall.

[@bnbadagin]

I immensely enjoy the channel. Thank You Stefano!

[@crocuscreekwoodworks]

The story, the photography, the pond, the wildlife...wow. Oh I forgot...the narration, all of it is so good.

[@1NatureLady]

You need your own wild life show! I love your style! Thank you for sharing all of this.

[@janispettus6249]

This is awesome! You did a great job and I enjoy listening to you!

[@marknoll8052]

I’m in awe of this video. Amazing editing to get the right tone. I also love the attention to detail with the aphids and everything else happening in the space of just a few square meters

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Happy to hear you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!

[@lucpoulin9913]

All that work paid off! Masterpiece documentary on the life "around the urban pond". Thanks for sharing!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@robertoa6958]

Fascinating watch your videos! Congratulations for the success of the pond! Thank for sharing

[@kelliesharpe1067]

The last swallow made me cry lol…but I love birds and trust me I’ve cried at less important things. You created a beautiful thing 💚

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you so much! Glad the little ones all made it out of the nest box!

[@aviphile6319]

Wonderful Sir.Hats off to you and your job!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you!

[@marzenasthisandthat4136]

I love this video so much. Thank you for doing this. I can watch stuff like this all day. Great shots and capture!

[@HelenaMikas]

I never knew that Aphids were the workforce for ants .Thanks for that info. The last swallow to fly the nest had me in tears of joy ..Thank you Stefano for more amazing photography plus superb commentary🐸

[@MikkoHere]

Less a "workforce" and more like having domesticated food-providing creatures like cows, bees, chickens etc. 🙂

[@lukekayart]

Beautifully put together storytelling. It’s such a fantastic journey to follow along.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@pc1189]

This was well worth the wait. Such a change from last year’s experiment I’m excited for you Stefano and look forward to your next update.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@touchedbynature5445]

Great Project. Absolutely Beautiful. A Real Inspiration. Many Thanks For Sharing Your Knowledge And Photography. Greetings From Norfolk UK.

[@lynnpavlik7253]

Excellent content, look forward to your videos. Easily my favorite wildlife/photography channel!!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Wow thanks so much, really happy to hear you're enjoying the content 🙂

[@Ashk4n.01]

you deserve way more views :) the life happening there is absolutely incredible. Feels a bit like playing Sims but real life nature edition haha

[@soumenroychowdhuryphotogra864]

This place is now heaven. The small pond was also very good but this one is another level. Add more nectar variety so you can get great looking flowers for frame. Feeling jealous :P

[@andrewwhite6617]

Hey love the setup u have there !! I love birds also and wanted to tell u about purple Martins , there awesome 👌

[@hayleeedwards3072]

I recently found your channel am so glad!! It is hands down my new favorite. I absolutely love everything you do & love the educational bits you give! Thank you!!

[@orlando1a1]

Thank you for a wonderful video Stefano. Watching this helps to lift my mood, especially as my partner passed away earlier this year.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Wow, so sorry for your loss. Hope everything is going well with you. Stay strong ❤️

[@emiliomarcos6358]

Great update, if you get a chance, a video on your nest box camera and set up would be great. Going into this winter would give us a chance to make our own for next year. I'm planning on putting out some more blue bird and swallow boxes out along the fence line.

[@ungavaproductions]

Amazing job ! Beautiful works. Love this presentation ! congratulations my friend.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks for watching!

[@samiam1025]

Thanks!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Wow, thanks so much Steve. Much appreciated!

[@susan3645]

Absolutely facinating to learn about the aphid-ant relationship!

[@DENISLAUZWILDLIFE]

Patient and nature lover, always great to follow you, great job Stefano, cheers

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@relaxingtransition]

Beautiful capture nature! you are doing a good work to biodiversity. Glad you got to see some more wildlife, nature pond, especially the wildlife around those place. Thank you very much for sharing, have a wonderful day !!

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thank you! And thanks for watching 🙂

[@bigalan1942]

I cannot get enough of your stories. Thank you.

[@TheWildlifeHomestead]

Thanks so much!