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Photo Team

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who shares their impressive bird photos with us! Through your passion and patience, unique images are created that offer fascinating insights into the world of birds—and at the same time enrich our platform and inspire many people. With your contribution, our website becomes not only more visually appealing, but also more vibrant and inspiring.

Thank you for your generosity, your trust, and your creative eye for the beauty of nature!

Photos provided by

Advisory board, committee for the bird species list of Germany Portrait
Thorsten Krüger Advisory board, committee for the bird species list of Germany
Mail Icon thorsten.krueger@nlwkn.niedersachsen.de Globus Icon Go to website Fokus

Nature conservation biology, monitoring, habitat assessment, faunistics, disturbance ecology

Scientific staff member at the State Bird Protection Center in the Lower Saxony State Agency for Water Management, Coastal Defense and Nature Conservation (NLWKN)

Advisory board member since 2020

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Hans-Joachim Fünfstück Photo team
Mail Icon fotos@5erl.de Globus Icon Go to website
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Oliver Weirich Photo team
Mail Icon oliver.weirich@gmx.net Globus Icon Go to website Fokus

Field ornithology, non-native bird species, building-nesting birds, reptiles

Freelance consultant for species protection

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Johannes Lohmöller Photo team
Mail Icon info@omegadrei.com Globus Icon Go to website Fokus

Fishing, Photography, Expeditions, Design

LBZH Osnabrück
Founder Omegadrei 

Prof. Dr. Heiko Schmaljohann Portrait
1st Vice President Prof. Dr. Heiko Schmaljohann
Mail Icon heiko.schmaljohann@do-g.de Globus Icon Go to website Fokus

Bird migration research

Head of the Migration Ecology working group

1st Vice President of the DOG since 2022

You want to join in yourself

We would be delighted if you became part of our growing community! Whether it’s impressive flight shots, atmospheric nature moments, or rare species — if you enjoy birdwatching and would like to make your images accessible to others, you’ve come to the right place.

Please feel free to contact Natalie Wellbrock in the office.

Dr. Natalie Wellbrock Portrait
Managing Director Dr. Natalie Wellbrock
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Journal of Ornithology, Bird Observatory, Annual Meeting, Social Media

Managing Director since 2025

Editorial board member of "Vogelwarte", Social Media Team

Photo Team FAQ

Who provides the photos on the DOG website?

The impressive bird photographs come from dedicated nature photographers who provide their images on a voluntary basis.

What are the photos used for?

The images visually enrich our website and provide vivid insights into the diversity of the bird world. They are used for articles, illustrations, and the public image of the DOG (website, bird observatory, social media).

Can I contribute photos myself?

Yes – we welcome more contributions! If you have high-quality bird photos of your own and would like to publish them on our website, you are warmly invited to become part of our photo team. 
Get in touch here with Dr. Natalie Wellbrock – DOG office.

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How can I participate or ask questions?

If you would like to submit photos or learn more about the photo team, please contact: Dr. Natalie Wellbrock – DOG Administrative Office.

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