Four-Year Wait Yields Coyote Mid-Air Over Lake Superior Ice

In March, photographer Jamie Ruggles, based in Thunder Bay, Ontario, achieved a remarkable image of a coyote leaping over open water along the northern shore of Lake Superior. The striking photograph features the animal suspended in mid-air with the Sleeping Giant landmark visible in the background. Ruggles dedicated four years to photographing wildlife, often frequenting locations where coyotes accessed water during winter. He attributes his success to advice from a National Geographic editor emphasizing the importance of patience and deepening one’s connection with nature. The experience has inspired him to refine his photography techniques for future projects.