During migration, in the Duluth area one of my favorite spots is Forest Hill Cemetery. If one of your local cemetery has a pond, during migration always make a quick check. Our pond has some domestic ducks and geese which attract their wild cousins to the two ponds.
Yesterday morning I found the leading edge of the shorebird invasion from Hudson’s Bay and the Arctic. This Yellowlegs was all by itself, and I took full advantage of a low angle early morning sun to have some fun. Yes, I was close but the sun blinded the bird … albeit shorebirds normally let you get somewhat close (sit down on a beach and let them walk to you)
Greater Yellowlegs (yes … they eat minnows, not just bugs)
Question: If your reflection also catches a minnow, do you get credit for two fish?!
Reflections (dark green from pine trees … blue from the sky)
Another great shoot and wonderful light and subject. What are the chances of a Boreal Owl this winter in your area? God’s blessings, Don
Don et al: A number of my friends who have a much stronger background in terms of understanding boreal birds, do believe this winter could be an irroption for many species. Thus, who knows but we are hopeful.
Great photos, this one is giving me Lesser Yellowlegs vibes.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/121951825@N07/37933139515/in/photolist-ZN2fuT-CuNGiz-ZN2fhD-ZN2fNP/
I’m never certain. You may be right. They are hard to get a ID unless they are right next to one another!
just beautiful! thank you!