Odd Ducks
I was out for another bike ride along the Humber river trail today and I found these funny little ducks swimming their way upstream, I had to stop and take a look. After a few shots I watched them for awhile before hey swam away, continuing on with their day. Still have no idea what kind of duck they are but I hope to see them again one day.
My friend, Nigel (@nigelbanks57) suggested a walk at Colonel Sam Smith park with one little change. We were both going to use his Fuji cameras rather than me using my Nikon. So off we went with our Fujis in hand to find something to shoot on this sunny day in the park. Heading to a small hidden beach we decided to take a short lunch break.
Grackle
There were a lot of birds busy doing their day-to-day things but this grackle decided it might be worthwhile to come in for a closer look. Or possibly looking for some crumbs from our sandwiches.
Red-Winged Black Bird
Not to be outdone the red-winged blackbird came by for a visit as well.
Mama and Ducklings
Moving on from the beach we headed down to a a small pond where we spotted this mom with ducklings.
Green Heron
On the other side of the pond we spotted a Green Heron. What a find!
It’s always challenging to switch cameras but I didn’t do too badly. ?
I brought out my long lens in the hopes of capturing some of the birds that visit my backyard. I got more than I had hoped.
Sparrow
First, this little sparrow came hopping over to me before realizing it was getting a little too close but I was able to snap a pic before it flew off.
Robin with Worm
Then this robin got himself a large worm to feed the family. Although this photo on the fence is a great angle I much prefer the photo below.
Robin 2 with Worm
The robin in the cherry tree is in a more natural environment. Not bad for backyard photos of the local birds.
I went out for a walk along the Humber River Recreational Trail today. As I started on the trail I was greeted by this beautiful mallard.
Mallard
This is the extent of the colour I found along the trail other than brown. Loads and loads of brown. As far as the eye can see. That is the problem with the in-between seasons. Just a sea of brown. Did I mention everything was brown? LOL
Mallards
As I finished up my walk, the mallard and his lady came out to bid me farewell. (She blends in with that sea of brown. Hahaha)
I was on my way to the local bakery, (I walked over so I could take a camera along) when I spotted a gaggle of geese.
My puddle
These two geese were having a little spat. One was drinking the little bit of water in the shallow hole while the other tried to get in on the action. Let’s just say Goose 2 didn’t have any success.