This immature red-shouldered hawk was chasing the belted kingfisher.
Both sped past me as I watched the speed display in awe.
I managed to photograph the hawk but not the kingfisher.
Yates Mill Nature Preserve
Tagpond waterfall
Small waterfall to the side of the beaver’s repair site.
shy
Almost shy, the mallard hen floats on the mill pond, half asleep.
penguin?
While bathing (yes ducks do bathe) this ruddy duck is doing a wonderful penguin impersonation.
study
Mallard drake shyly studying his reflection.
elegant contrast
elegance in contrast: she beautifully muted and he richly hued
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