About Cassia Rivera

Cassia is a passionate conservationist dedicated to educating others on the importance of protecting nature and wildlife through the art of storytelling. She is committed to creating partnerships with conservationists and organizations to help raise awareness and inspire action towards the need for increased habitat connectivity statewide in North Carolina. You can see more of her film work at www.rightofpassage.info.

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Fierce. Brave. Keeping watch. Ready to fight what we cannot see from an angle of which we know nothing about. This photo, in particular, reminds me of all the healthcare workers and first responders who are on the front lines of this virus. If you
During my hike tonight, I came across this red-shouldered hawk. She was incredibly relaxed as I positioned myself closely to capture her majestic nature. She was brilliant! #hawk #ncwildlife #nature #naturebeauty #hiking #trails #northcarolinaoutd
Over the weekend, we watched a handful of brown pelicans hunt for herron above the breaking surf! With heights of up to 60 ft, the brown pelicans stall and then turn into a 60 to 90 degree angled dive into the ocean for it's food! #wrightsvillebeac
During tumultuous times, nature has always been my place of refuge. It is a healing place that quiets the noise, restores peace of mind, and renews strength of heart. Nature is food for the soul and now more than ever, we need it! #nature #natureph
Three weeks left until my trip back to the Alligator River Refuge. I hope to see this mama bear again! #bear #blackbearcountry #alligatorriverrefuge #refuge #wildlife #wildlifeonearth #yourshotphotographer #nature #naturallight #hiking #trails #out
I came across this beautiful chipping sparrow during this evening's golden hour! #sparrow #chippingsparrow #birds #birdsofinstagram #birdphotography #nature #hiking #trails #wildlife #wildlifeonearth #wildatheart #yourshotphotographer #natgeoyoursho
I loved spending time with @animal.edventures yesterday learning all about their rescued animals and their mission! They do amazing work! I couldn't get enough of this guy who loved relaxing in the sun! #kangaroo #animalrescue #animalsanctuary #sa
I've been commissioned by a client to capture "friendship" in birds for an upcoming project. This is my first edit in the series. To me, one wing over another symbolizes protection, strength and love. #friendship #wildlife #wildlifephoto
"Silence is a source of great strength." ~ Lao Tzu #blackandwhite #tiger #tigerrescue #carolinatigerrescue #wildlife #northcarolinaoutdoors #explorethetriangle #bigcats #wildlifeonearth #wildlifephotography #blackandwhitephotography #cassi
Flying free in the golden hour glow of sunset! #basslake #hollysprings #northcarolina #wildlife #birdsanctuary #birdsofinstagram #nature #landscape #lake #ncoutdoors #explore #hiking #wildlifeonearth #wildlifephotography #cassiariveraphotography