I caught this photo of MyFavoriteHeron as it was taking off to fly away. I loved the feathers on its back. It is such an elegant bird.
Fly, Fly Away – Day 19 – A Year of Wildlife
MyFavoriteHeron Stretching – Day 18 – A Year of Wildlife
After standing in one position for an hour or so, even a heron needs to stretch.
American Dipper – Day 17 – A Year of Wildlife
The American Dipper, or water ouzel, is an unusual bird. It's not a large bird - it's about the size of an American robin. Â You will find it in the western streams standing on rocks in fast-moving water where it will hop into the water to catch its food. This one hopped into the water …
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Merganser Family – Day 16 – A Year of Wildlife
This lovely merganser family was enjoying a cruise down the river on a beautiful day. Maralee
MyFavoriteHeron Goes Fishing – Day 15 – A Year of Wildlife
Finally!!! MyFavoriteHeron went fishing. Granted, the conditions for photographing it weren't the greatest. Again, it was across the river, standing in the water in a shaded area of tall reeds, and with a dead tree stump in front of it. But you have to work with what you've got and at least you can see …
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