Hi, Folks,

I get excited when there’s a chance to get close enough to wood ducks to make a pleasing image. I’ve always found this beautiful species to be wary and ready to hide. By sitting patiently, quietly, unmoving by the pond at Effie Yeaw Nature Center, this group of three males and two females allowed me to reach out with a 400mm lens and make their photograph. Is the one duck saying, “C’mon you guys! Stay six feet away from me!”?

Learn more about the interesting habits of wood ducks at: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Wood_Duck

Here’s hoping that something gives you a pleasant surprise today!

Dave

Wood Ducks, Effie Yeaw Nature Center, American River Parkway ©David Dawson, 2020