Christian Formosa Photography

Christian Formosa Photography Started photography over 20 years ago using an old SLR and then joined the digital bandwagon in 2004.

Scientific name: Graphosoma lineatum italicumEnglish name: Italian Striped BugMaltese name: Spallut irrigatWho needs fan...
25/08/2026

Scientific name: Graphosoma lineatum italicum
English name: Italian Striped Bug
Maltese name: Spallut irrigat

Who needs fancy high-rise views when you can have a rooftop romantic date like this? 🌿❤️

It turns out love is well and truly in the air—and right on top of a fennel plant! Captured in a striking moment of nature's finest detail, these two Italian Striped Bugs (Graphosoma italicum) are busy making connections of their own, silhouetted against a soft sky.

Wearing their finest red-and-black striped suits for the occasion, this duo proves that even the smallest creatures know how to turn a quiet spot on a wildflower into a prime spot for romance.

Technical Details: Nikon D5300 + Sigma 18-300mm, ISO400, f6.3, 1/1000sec, -.3EV, 300mm (equivalent 450mm on crop sensor)

Scientific name: Ceratonia siliquaEnglish name: CarobMaltese name: ĦarrubThe iconic carob tree was introduced to the Mal...
25/08/2026

Scientific name: Ceratonia siliqua
English name: Carob
Maltese name: Ħarrub

The iconic carob tree was introduced to the Maltese Islands in antiquity but today it is considered an integral part of the Maltese natural environment. The pod can be used to make syrup, sweets and flour.

Technical Details: Nikon D5300, Sigma 18-300mm, ISO400, f6.3, 1/160sec, 300mm (equivalent to 450mm due to the crop sensor).

Think Maltese traffic is only confined to the roads? Think again! đźš—âš“Even out at sea, the waters surrounding the Maltese ...
25/08/2026

Think Maltese traffic is only confined to the roads? Think again! đźš—âš“

Even out at sea, the waters surrounding the Maltese islands get their fair share of rush-hour madness. Captured right at the entrance of the Grand Harbour against a striking golden sunrise, this chaotic lineup features tugboats, pilot vessels, and workboats all navigating the same stretch of water at once.

It seems no matter where you go in Malta—by land or by sea—you're bound to run into a little maritime gridlock! 🌅🚤

Technical Details: Nikon Z5 + Nikon 24-200mm, ISO79, f6.3, 1/320sec,110mm

Mqabba Tower of Light, 2026The Tower of Light in Mqabba returned on August 14, 2026, serving as the central spectacle fo...
25/08/2026

Mqabba Tower of Light, 2026

The Tower of Light in Mqabba returned on August 14, 2026, serving as the central spectacle for the Santa Marija fireworks celebrations. Reaching a height of 63 meters, the impressive steel structure launched thousands of synchronised pyrotechnic shots, featuring ground-breaking 3D aerial effects such as a glowing heart. The pyro-musical show combined traditional Maltese fireworks with modern synchronized displays, perfectly choreographed to a thematic Coldplay soundtrack

Technical Details: Panasonic FZ1000, ISO125, f8, 5sec, 70mm

Scientific name: Arum italicum English name: Italian Lords and LadiesMaltese name: GarniThe berries ripen sequentially...
24/08/2026

Scientific name: Arum italicum
English name: Italian Lords and Ladies
Maltese name: Garni

The berries ripen sequentially: they start out a lime-green, transition through yellow and bright orange, and eventually mature into a striking, glossy red.

Technical Details: Panasonic FZ1000, ISO125, f4, 1/250sec, 340mm

Scientific name: Podarcis filfolensisEnglish name: Maltese Wall LizardMaltese name: Gremxula ta' MaltaNature’s living mo...
23/08/2026

Scientific name: Podarcis filfolensis
English name: Maltese Wall Lizard
Maltese name: Gremxula ta' Malta

Nature’s living mosaic! 🦎✨

The Maltese Wall Lizard, a true local icon of the islands. Just look at that incredible scaly pattern—a stunning mix of vibrant greens and deep blacks that looks like it was hand-painted piece by piece. 🎨

These intricate designs aren't just for show; they're a masterclass in camouflage, helping them blend perfectly into the sun-drenched limestone and rubble walls they call home. Every scale tells a story of adaptation and beauty in the wild.

Nikon D5300 + Nikon 105mm f/2.8G VR Macro, ISO400, f8, 1/1000sec, -.3EV, 157mm (equivalence on crop sensor)

Hey everyone! 👋I’ve entered one of my photos into the Capture the Feast photography competition organised by the Ħamrun ...
23/08/2026

Hey everyone! đź‘‹

I’ve entered one of my photos into the Capture the Feast photography competition organised by the Ħamrun Local Council! 📸✨

To win, I need your help! The winner is decided by the number of likes, so every single reaction counts.
How to vote:

Give my photo a Like (or a Heart! ❤️) on the original post itself—likes on this share won't count toward the total!

🌊 Action at Dawn in the Grand HarbourCatching the morning rush in Malta's Grand Harbour! A cargo ship heads out as a jet...
22/08/2026

🌊 Action at Dawn in the Grand Harbour

Catching the morning rush in Malta's Grand Harbour! A cargo ship heads out as a jet skier kicks up a splash against the brilliant sunrise.

Technical Details: Nikon Z5 + 24-200mm, ISO75, f6.3, 1/400sec, 200mm

âš“ Grand Harbour Sunrise: Golden Pathways on the WavesBathed in the warm, ethereal glow of dawn, Malta's historic Grand H...
20/08/2026

âš“ Grand Harbour Sunrise:

Golden Pathways on the Waves
Bathed in the warm, ethereal glow of dawn, Malta's historic Grand Harbour wakes up to a serene new day. A brilliant, fiery sun hangs low in a seamless gradient sky, casting a shimmering path of molten gold right across the gently rippling waters.

The timeless stone silhouette of a breakwater lighthouse stands sentinel on the left, marking the entrance to the safe haven. In the middle ground, traditional harbor vessels and working tugboats cut across the glassy surface, while a modern ferry cruises on the right, bridging centuries of maritime heritage with contemporary life.

Technical Details: Nikon Z5 + 24-200mm, ISO75, f6.3, 1/640sec, 80mm

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