WILDLIFE Photography at my DIY Nature Pond

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After a few months away from the pond, I return to see how it's holding up. I spent a few days filming all the different wildlife with the Sony a1, 200-600, and 90mm macro. This update shares the story of the pond during the fall.
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Table of Contents
0:00 - Update on the Pond
2:36 - New Species on the Trail Camera
3:57 - First Morning of Photography
5:56 - All the Wildlife at the Pond

[@StefanoIaniro]

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[@calebpresley7054]

The way Stefano just casually invited that chickadee to his hand officially promotes him to Disney princess status XD.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Hahaha. You can catch me in the newest Frozen movie 🤓

[@botsulumjangru2854]

🤣

[@whitepumpkin1]

Or prince😊

[@paige.photography1858]

When you got distracted by the yellow dumped warbler, I felt that, I always get distracted by wildlife when I’m talking to people 😂

[@StefanoIaniro]

Hahaha, it’s hard for us bird people to have conversations outdoors 😅

[@jonmath4182]

I always get distracted by pesky flies buzzing near me!😠 If it's a cute bird, I'd get attentive, really attentive, towards the bird, not the person trying to have conversation with me haha sorry

[@wildfotografie.wimmer7425]

As an European (Austria) it's really interesting, but also kinda weird to see all those different, unfamiliar American birds - very nice to watch!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks for watching! 😃

[@catherinemelnyk]

He is in Ontario, Canada.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Hope you enjoyed the fall pond update! A big thank you to everyone who watches and supports the channel - we just passed 30k subscribers!

[@runwayphoto]

Great videos as always!! waiting for the next video...

[@StefanoIaniro]

@@runwayphoto Goad you enjoyed!

[@luisv7117]

Of course we still here great chanel and I loce the content

[@guharup]

A bird sat on your hand, must be a thrilling experience. We are planning to buy a piece of land and dig a pond. Your videos are most inspiring.

[@rockfishmiller]

I'm in awe of the Chickadee hopping onto your hand. The Boreal Jumping Spider is my favourite spider and i've been fortunate to have found a couple feeding happily in my back yard. Mr Inairo your pond work is sheer genius. Thank you so much for posting.

[@StefanoIaniro]

They're definitely up there for me, as well. Such likeable spiders! Thanks for watching!

[@lorrainerichardson3280]

Your passion for wildlife, especially birds is only out done by your skills in photography, thank you so much for sharing with me and all of your other followers.

[@meganpryor1081]

My 7 year old daughter and myself look forward to your videos! She has fallen in love with bird watching over the last year and enjoys taking photographs of birds in our backyard, when we travel, and she even bird watches on recess at school! Your videos show her another person's passion for bird photography and she is able to share the excitement through your videos! Her favorite part of this particular video was of course when the Chickadee came to your hand! The way you explain your process of capturing your pictures is stunning! The way you describe in detail and use beautiful vocabulary to share what you saw and what the video contains is absolutely breath taking! We both hang on to every last word it seems!! So, thank you for being such a wonderful influencer in the bird world! You have sure made an impact on our family and we're thankful to be able to see how another individual explores and experiences wildlife (especially birds)!! Excited to see what the next video will bring! Thank you for sharing!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much for the kind words, I really appreciate it! Wow, that's amazing that she's already into birding at that age. I wish I had started earlier. It's nice to hear my videos are resonating with people. Thanks again for sharing!

[@ptownneal]

Ok Stefano...I REALLY think your viewers/followers would enjoy a "I was distracted by..." mashup video! I know I would!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Hahah, maybe when we hit a big milestone, I’ll do a “Best Of” video with a compilation of the best moments on the channel

[@joetag5429]

Bravo! Footage, editing, narration all world class, perhaps the best nature documentary produced for a KZbin channel. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Wow, that means a lot, thank you! And thanks for watching 🙂

[@wildlifelouie]

Your filmmaking is just reaching new levels! This was beautiful to watch 👌🏻🙌🏻💚

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

[@BenjiSun]

of all the things... those red amaranth are gorgeous, and the song sparrow bathing is so cute and fluffy!

[@StefanoIaniro]

They really are! I don't think I added the shot of it, but towards the base of the plant, the stalk is a dark red and then it fades to green towards the top. Super gorgeous plant!

[@kolapyellow7631]

I am not watching Bird DIY, but the Nature Channel. Great job.

[@nathanyouseman39]

Such a great video and I really loved the narration, really relaxing listening to this. As a gardener I never really considered the value of leaving plants that had gone over as a food source for birds. Definitely something I am going to take forward as the healthiest garden is always the most diverse and I've been embracing more "pests" to feed birds etc so seeds will be a nice thing to include too.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Happy to hear you enjoyed the video! Not only will leaving plants provide food for the birds, but over the winter, beneficial insects will overwinter in the hollowed stalks of the plants. It's neat that at all times of the year, they can provide food or cover, in one form or another!

[@borjagonzalez284]

My favorites moments when you get so into the different sounds the birds make, identoifyu them right away and then apologize for losing your trail of thought, I am enjoying your videos way too much, thanks for your work bringing us this great takes on nature. I also love how you let nature do it's thing, everything seems to fall right into place, the opposite of what we see in our society, where we keep tropical plants and animals in environments that don't really suit them.

[@juanitakelly3082]

You can feel really proud of the little refuge you have created! And beautiful shots!!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@Themrhq]

Man I wonder why this channel is not famous as other useless Facebook channels. My childhood watching discovery channel kicking back watching these videos. I also did some wild life photography before 4 years but I lost my interest eventually and I sold my camera. Thank you for opening my eyes again. I will get back to wild life photography when i have resources to buy a new camera. Thank you for the inspiration ❤️❤️

[@jakeharfield8516]

What a gorgeous video. Worthy of a documentary award! Thanks for sharing, Stefano. Loving the pond and have decided that I'll be building a backyard pond before the end of the year!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks for the kind words! I wish you luck with your build, and hopefully it brings a lot of wildlife!

[@jakeharfield8516]

@@StefanoIaniro Me too! We've been planning the backyard, and so far all we've had in our new house is some non-native doves nesting (but, still). We get so much inspiration from your enthusiasm!

[@yudigokhul5994]

Thanks for sharing this great video ,if everyone had your passion and patience for nature ,the world would surely be a better place.

[@BenjaminSmail]

Loved the Jumping spider and macro sequence. Really well cut together to create the story of the pound!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!

[@ashokkr]

Great video. I always believe that wildlife photography is not about good photos, is always about observing the wonders of nature. Your video just confirmed my view 😊 hope many more birds and insects visits the pond in next season.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Agreed! The photos are just a bonus. Thanks for watching!

[@weisserth]

I love your channel. You present this in a way that can make almost everyone realize they have access to the same. Very motivational.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@judesteyn5471]

Seriously where are all the subscribers!People these days don't appreciate true beauty and hard work🦋 I love your videos and i also like taking pictures. But yours are amazing!! And the music you add! So good

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you're enjoying the videos and photos! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@swamps0fjersey]

New subscriber to the channel. I'm currently converting my one acre property into a homegrown national park. Your diy is so simple but a huge inspiration for what I hope to achieve

[@sustainablejoy9210]

Love this video, beautiful! That jumping spider though 😍😍

[@StefanoIaniro]

Haha thanks so much!

[@FollowThomas]

Your pond has become a wild one just how you wanted. Excellent 👌

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!

[@michaelgerhold5659]

Just beautiful! Many congratulations on your very successful project! Keep up your awesome work I'm really looking forward to the next videos.....

[@StefanoIaniro]

Happy to hear you liked the project! Thanks so much!

[@rango1584]

Hey Stefano, great video to show how your pond has evolved and all the rear species of birds around it. Cheers!!

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@eddiek0507]

It's amazing what wildlife a small pool of water can entice. You have some really lovely looking birds in the USA 🇺🇸...🙂👍

[@StefanoIaniro]

I agree! It got me thinking about building a bigger one next spring haha. We share a lot of the same species, but I'm just a bit further North in Canada 🙂

[@eddiek0507]

@@StefanoIaniro Good idea, it just shows you though, that you don't have to travel far or build something massive to get great photo's. It's made me think a little bit...🙂👍

[@StefanoIaniro]

Agreed! A little water goes a long way

[@TheWorldOfThoseWhoDoNotSpeak]

Very beautiful and interesting footage! Beautifully filmed!

[@leila80ele]

I like the plot twist about bugs! Although I personally prefer birds to spiders. Maybe you can become the next David Attenborough 😉

[@StefanoIaniro]

Haha, thanks so much!

[@p4ul.f708]

This series was so well put together ! My favorite videography/photography project until now which ive seen so far in this year ! I wish you all the best and I hope more and more people recognise your incredible talent 👍

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks for the kind words! Glad you liked it!

[@birdsworld1654]

we want to this diy pond video per week , we really enjoyed this video

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@birdsworld1654]

@@StefanoIaniro thank you sir

[@glenellynrunner]

I love all of your work, Stefano, but the pond is one of my top favorites. Such a simple concept that has been so helpful for the wildlife and productive as a video and still source. You have been an inspiration to me. Please let your sponsor Skillshare know that I am a subscriber because of you.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks for your kinds words! It really means a lot. I'm happy to hear you're enjoying their services!

[@bdeleon9708]

I've seen your vid logs...you are not good bird photographer but one of the BEST! I learned a lot from your blogs.

[@lynnecliffe3056]

What a pleasure! Thank you Stefano.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks for watching!

[@jonmath4182]

Big kudos for such a splendid videography with exciting topic, not to mention the proactive creative idea of providing the pond yourself. And since now it seems set that you're gonna have continuity in doing this one, what about throwing in stats as well in your observations, then we'll see which ones like it very much to return as your regular customers, which doesn't return anymore, which has begun to show dwindling numbers etc...

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you! And that would be a lot of fun to do. To establish who the true "regulars" are at the pond.

[@sandyhandoyo7460]

i love the way you do your job

[@camnature1147]

Wonderful my friend. Very nice video. Thank you for sharing. Love.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maxdh4824]

Absolutely amazing ! 😎👌👌

[@zfisher]

Fantastic footage, really great to see the story of your little pond!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you!

[@liliyasgardenchannel8876]

Love your pond videos, thank you♡

[@Swindie]

Your macro work is incredible!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Really glad you enjoy it, thanks!!

[@FatElvis1]

Great story about the life around your pond. I enjoyed it very much.

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@100mikeshark]

Great uplifting video. Thanks

[@StefanoIaniro]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you

[@touchedbynature5445]

Brilliant Channel. Excellent Photography. Very Informative And Inspiring. Many Thanks For Sharing.

[@Dbdudette]

I am absolutely enchanted with your project! Please, keep up the great work 😀

[@unclchunk]

Great work. I really enjoyed this video

[@lyndacorkum4399]

Stefano, Thanks so much for the spectacular video.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching

[@rinofalvo2854]

Great job Stefano! Great update on the pond.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!

[@patkeen8668]

Such an inspiring video. Always enjoy your work, especially the pond videos.

[@ratgirl13]

That chickadee moment was magical dude, I rewatched it several times wishing I could get a bird to do that for me, but don’t tell me your secret I like the mystery of it. Sweet!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Glad you enjoyed that moment! Thanks for watching

[@AstroNature_31]

Very nice video with all these species that come to the pond!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!

[@hazitelapoka7334]

Those bird's are amazing! Also your efforts was great too. Keep Sharing the updates, HAPPY BIRDING!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!

[@jeroenvanassema6885]

Insane footage and a brilliant idea, the pond! Thank you also for naming of all the species under the pictures. Looking forward to the coming video’s! Thank you for your effort and sharing this. 🙏

[@Preacherski]

Awesome results.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you!

[@philipgowdy]

Great to see the variety on the Pond. Those hours waiting sure go slow when theres nothing about..Looking forward to your Winter exploits.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks a lot!

[@davidburchettephotography6513]

That was so awesome with the Chickadee! Your pond is looking great! Loved the "Distracted by Birds Meter", lol. The story of the pond was great also. Some gorgeous images/clips in there.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much! 😀

[@charlottedavies9379]

Thanks Stefano. Watching this has been a wonderful, relaxing and inspirational break from real-world craziness.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@jeanbryant4180]

Wonderful video. Love what you're doing for our gift of wildlife!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!

[@raystaar]

Thank you.

[@johnschwartz8015]

Awesome project and results...😂🤣🎉🌈👍🥰

[@DailyMyChildhood]

It's very nice captures .

[@joepiekl]

Stefano Attenborough. Great video.

[@SkylarkFields]

What a great update! You have so many different birds there which was wonderful to see. Love your enthusiasm and appreciated all the info you gave, too. Look forward to your next video!

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@laku4412]

Really loved this kind of narration, thanks for the fantastic insight on your beautiful little biotope with all its little facets! :)

[@StefanoIaniro]

Happy to hear you liked the video! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@jaredshinn4855]

I love these videos and look forward to the next one. I'd really enjoy a few of them each season just so it's not like waiting for a new season of your favorite show after each one.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Glad you enjoy the videos! I haven't been in the area which is why it's been so long between the two update videos. But I'm hoping to expand on this idea in the future and make videos more regularly!

[@susanfirth2279]

Really enjoy your video's Stefano. Your images are amazing and coupled with your extensive knowledge of the wildlife and nature takes us on the journey. Love the chickadees.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much for watching! Glad you enjoyed it, Susan!

[@LisaSaffell]

I so enjoy your video’s! You have come a long way from those first few videos. I especially love this one. It’s like a video nature journal of late summer early fall and it parallels what I see in my tiny urban backyard around my little water feature. Thanks for sharing.

[@StefanoIaniro]

That means a lot, thank you! 😀

[@piyushmahajan7763]

This is amazing and totally mind bolwing that you know everything that atttracts wildlife 🔥🔥 Thare habitat food and everything

[@sreekanthgaddam]

Keep on going mate. Appreciation for the patience and time u took take this lovely pics and videos. Mainly those macro pics🔥.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!!

[@rlgenge]

Very enjoyable watch, full of great information about the plants and wildlife.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you! Happy to hear you liked it.

[@waynearchibald3920]

Nicely filmed video Stefano!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BayouJosh]

Beautiful work as always Stefano. That is a very healthy ecosystem. Such a wonderful treat!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much! Amazing what a little water can do!

[@shumon7395]

Amazing 😍🖤

[@canaldopantanal]

Hides are the best way to approach wildlife, i use a lot also!

[@andremathieu2412]

Wonderful video, very complete which brings together several passion, photography and love of birds and nature, thank you Stéfano

[@StefanoIaniro]

Really happy to hear you liked the video! Thanks for watching!

[@Pedro-sr9nx]

Nice video mate! I just recently got into bird photography myself!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Yay, congrats! Hope you're enjoying it so far!

[@Switzerlandler]

Wonderful video and photos!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you!

[@ruubenvandenheuvel2869]

Such a great. story teller...your visuals matched with an excellent narrative. Super entertaining and informative. Thank you!

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@hudsonvalleywanderer1611]

Your slow motion footage is awesome. Great work!

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoy it!

[@jacob.samuel.]

This video was next level! Definitely your best work yet! I enjoy it a lot!

[@StefanoIaniro]

That means a lot, thank you!

[@rogersmith4308]

What a fantastic video! really enjoyed the deep dive into your little ecosystem.

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks a lot! And thanks for watching 🙂

[@Davidicus13]

Stefano, you went from bird vlogger to David Attenborough real quick! Great video, very impressed with the shots, music, and overall editing

[@StefanoIaniro]

Really glad you enjoyed everything! Thanks for the kind words. I still have a ways to go before reaching his status haha

[@tracyreaume6451]

Congrats on 500K!

[@leodespains3851]

superb awesome video man! love these :)

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!!

[@HappyBoyProductions]

Your videos are fantastic! Well done as usual..

[@StefanoIaniro]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@alfinka7191]

How's that bird just hop into your hand ? 😳 im absolutely amaze by that

[@mituldesai666]

Liked the Idea... 👍

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks so much!

[@ItsAMbutyoutubechangedmyname]

So many amazing squirrel moments you have when the birds are around 😂😂😂

[@StefanoIaniro]

Hahaha. That's the perfect way of putting it!

[@monaburch9163]

I Love you videos so much!!! I want to put a pond in my backyard after watching your first videos on it 😊

[@StefanoIaniro]

Yay, so glad to hear! The wildlife will love it!

[@marshalhedin7538]

awesome story-telling! loved the spider vids!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@mikes.6985]

I really enjoy your videos and photography 👍👍. Keep up the great series and good work. I'm a new subscriber 👍.

[@DhikyAditya]

good!!! your content is inspiring

[@BirdVideoNature76pd]

Complimenti, bellissime immagini like !! saluti dall' Italia .

[@woodlandsofcanada]

Nice! I like your pond videos.

[@StefanoIaniro]

So happy to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@Genesismw]

Everybody should have/ need his own pound. Greetings from Germany

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thanks for watching!

[@cyrus.cycocy.7974]

This was nature film grade narration!

[@StefanoIaniro]

Thank you!

[@tom_photo]

A very smart video idea, indeed. Kind regards and best of luck!

[@colmranger]

Looks like paradise fair play to you :)

[@StefanoIaniro]

😀😀