Cruises

A Mallard Duck cruises past two Canada geese.

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I’m very fortunate to be able to capture such images during my work day.

Huddle

Goslings huddle next to their protector.

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Bugles

A Canada Goose bugles as it passes nearby.

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Stretches

As its mate and a young one graze, a Canada goose stretches a wing.

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Liking

Several Bufflehead (Bucephala albeola; source: allaboutbirds.org) have taken a liking to this pond; they are present every day. They take less of a liking to my presence, quickly paddling away when they see me.

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Stumped.

I saw this bird in the St. Clair River and am stumped as to what species it is, even after reviewing my Sibley Guide. What do you think?

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Bottoms up

Two Mute Swans dabble for good bits.

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Placid

A raft of waterfowl rest on placid water.

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Glides

A Canada goose glides through still waters.

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Siesta

A flock of ducks takes a siesta on a spectacular early September morning.

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