Samantha Nurse, Web and Social Media Coordinator

Winter is a magical time of year.

Nature is at its most serene under a blanket of snow. Although many species migrate south to warmer climes, those that stick around are a treat to see in barren forests and open fields.

To celebrate the many reasons to love winter, we’ve collected some of the most breathtaking photography from the Nature Canada Flickr Group. Feast your eyes on these splendid photos of the natural world – from lumbering porcupines to hard-working woodpeckers, a great diversity of photos captures the essence of a winter wonderland.

Do you have photos of nature you would like to share? It’s easy to join our Flickr Group and upload your favorite nature photos!