I didn’t set out to photograph birds this week but one has
to take advantage of opportunities as they are presented.
The Double Crested Cormorant is a fairly common sight in
this area. Although considered a
seabird, they often are found on the tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. I was attempting to photograph a female
Common Merganser when these cormorants popped out of the water, only a few yards
away, squabbling over a catfish…
This is the merganser mentioned earlier. She almost seems to be posing for me, offering
first one side and then the other. The
morning air was cool, and it seemed like the heat of the sun reflecting off the
rock was lulling her into a state of lethargy…
Another bird often glimpsed along our waterways is the
Belted Kingfisher. These birds perch in
branches to watch for minnows, crayfish and other prey. Although more frequently seen than either the
merganser or the cormorant they are difficult to photograph due to their shy
nature and tendency to avoid humans…
This Northern Harrier landed on a nearby stump while I was
watching for deer. They rarely stick
around long enough to be photographed, so I consider myself fortunate to have this
opportunity…
Thanks for visiting, stay well and come back soon.
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