Squirrels have a very impactful presence on the scenery in any urban environment. These small furry mammals make the city look more alive and natural. But did you know that not all squirrels in the city are the same?

In fact, squirrels that inhabit urban environments can be of different types. Let’s look at some of the more common types of squirrels that you can come across during your photography walks in the city.
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1. Tree squirrels
Tree squirrels, also known as Sciurus are the bushy-tailed squirrels that we have come to associate with how generic squirrels look. This is because Sciurus is very common throughout the world. You can find these from North America to most of Europe and Asia.

Tree squirrels are a common sight in a city. They usually live on trees and can be seen around trees gathering food like acorns and nuts. The best place to find them will be in a park that has a lot of trees.
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2. Tamias
Tamias is a type of chipmunk that comes under the squirrel family. These cute-looking mammals only have a single living species left. That is the eastern chipmunk.  They have puffy cute faces and are very small as compared to other types of squirrels. 

Tamias are known to collect and store food for winter use. Hence their name Tamias, which is Greek for steward or Treasurer. These cute little chipmunks aren’t there to look cute, they have a lot of work to do.
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3. Prairie dogs
Prairie dogs are a type of ground burrowing squirrels. These are native to the grasslands of North America. In cities, you can find them inside parks. But instead of living on trees, they make small burrows in the ground.

​They are usually larger in size than regular squirrels. They can grow to be between 12 to 16 inches long. Prairie dogs are very social animals and live in large colonies.
 
4. Ground squirrels
Like Praire Dogs, ground squirrels also make their homes inside small burrows in the ground. Ground squirrels have a few types as well. And some can grow to be as long as 30 inches. 

While ground squirrels prefer to live in open pastures and sparsely wooded hillsides. You can also find them inside parks in cities and other grassy areas like golf courses.

​5. Flying squirrels
These airborne mammals are certainly the most interesting of the bunch. Despite their name, flying squirrels don’t actually have the capability of flight like birds. Instead, they glide from one tree to the next. But calling them gliding squirrels doesn’t sound as cool as flying squirrels. 

Species of flying squirrels can be found across most of North America and Central Asia. While they love to live in wooded areas. They can also be found inside cities now as their habitats are destroyed by expanding cities.

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Phones have become the primary camera for the majority of people these days. In fact, a lot of professionals prefer to use smartphone camera’s over DSLRs and professional photography cameras. The main reason behind this shift is that smartphone cameras have become very good over the years. And they are also very convenient and portable.

Having said that, not all smartphone cameras are created equal. Some are obviously better than others. In today’s blog post, we will be looking at some of the best phones you can get for photography in 2022. But do keep in mind that it can get a little expensive if you want the best of the best. 

5. iPhone 12 Pro

Although not the latest iPhone on the market, iPhone 12 Pro still packs a punch. The phone came out back at the end of 2020. The iPhone 12 Pro came with an excellent triple camera unit. This has an ultra-wide, a wide, and a telephoto lens. The front-facing or selfie camera is a 12 MP sensor as well with True depth technology. 
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But the best part about iPhones and their cameras isn’t the hardware but the software. iPhone 12 Pro supports Apple’s new Apple ProRAW file format. This results in excellent picture quality.

4. Google Pixel 6 Pro

​The official phone by Google is known for one thing and one thing only, its picture quality. And just like Apple’s iPhones, Google Pixel has amazing picture quality because of its superior image processing software. The hardware on the spec sheet may not look impressive but the pictures sure will. 

Google Pixel 6 pro carries the tradition of providing excellent photo quality, especially in low light conditions. The latest pixel ships with Google’s Tensor chip, which is designed to take advantage of the latest developments in A.I. This is also implemented in the camera app of the Pixel 6 Pro. The result is unbeatable picture quality.

3. Sony Xperia 1 III
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If there was one phone that you could truly replace a professional DSLR camera, it would be Sony Xperia 1 III. The phone is the preferred smartphone of choice if you want to get really technical with your photography.  

The Sony Xperia 1 III offers excellent photo quality and expert control. Making it an ideal alternative to a professional camera. But it does cost a little more than the competition.

2. Samsung S22 Ultra
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Samsung’s latest flagship, the S22 Ultra packs a punch. And no one should expect anything less than that. This phone ships with a 108-megapixel rear camera that offers unparallel picture quality. 

The camera suite on the S22 ultra offers a wide range of options from an ultra-wide with a 120-degree field of view to a 10-times zoom telephoto lens.

1. iPhone 13 Pro

​This list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Apple’s latest flagship, iPhone 13 pro. The iPhone 13 pro honors Apple’s long-held tradition of providing the best photo quality possible with a smartphone camera. 

Apple has continued with the last generation design of the triple camera setup. But the sensors have been upgraded, so the resulting pictures are even more pretty this time. If budget is not an issue, iPhone 13 Pro is a no-brainer for anyone interested in taking pictures.

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Azerbaijan might not be a glorious tourist spot like Thailand or Greece, but it offers its own unique beauty, culture, and heritage. Located in the beating heart of the Caucasus, Azerbaijan is quite different from your other tourist destinations.
Azerbaijan is a former Soviet state, so its architecture still has that utilitarian aesthetic going for it. Now combine that with the fact that Azerbaijan has a very deep Islamic history. The country is a melting pot of medieval Islamic architecture blending in with the soviet aesthetic.

5. Shamakhi
The historical city of Shamanki was a history that is 2 and half millennia old. Formerly It was the capital of the Shirvan Empire. Making it a central hub to connect central Asia with India and China. 

The main attraction in Shamakhi is its medieval ruins and the crumbling Gulistan fortress. The Gulistan fortress almost dates back 1000 years.

4. Lankaran
The town of Lankaran is a very welcoming site for tourists as it is considered a resort town with a lot of facilities. There are many points of interest in Lankaran like the old lighthouse, the old prison, and the Lankaran forest. 

Since Lankaran is a coastal city, so you can also head down to the beach to enjoy yourself.

3. Quba
If you are looking to roam around in ancient mountain villages and explore the ancient streets, Quba is the place to go. 

Quba sits comfortably about 1969 feet above sea level and with slopes of the Shahdag Mountains. If fresh mountain air, local culture, and natural beauty are what you are looking for; head for Quba.
 
2. Ganja
Ganja is another very historically important city in Azerbaijan. 

Here you will experience a flashback of Azerbaijan's history as you can roam around buildings as old as the 6th century. From mosques to caravanserai to churches, Ganja has everything.

1. Baku
The capital of Azerbaijan and one of the main tourist hotspots in the country, Baku is famous for the clash of its historical heritage with soviet remanences. 

But Baku offers much more than its history. The new oil money has allowed it to become an economic center and the skyline of Baku has considerable modern skyscrapers as well. From its street café scene to historical sites, Baku has a little of everything.
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