You may recall that we’ve had a roseated spoonbill visiting our yard for the past few months. Apparently, he’s ventured a bit north of his usual environs and, so far, hasn’t been in any hurry to leave.
Last week, Tropical Storm Ophelia passed by our area and gifted us with some high tides. In this photo, you can see the trash left behind after one of those events. The trash shows how high the water had been at one point, and it was still higher than normal when this picture was taken.
One afternoon, the spoonbill and the mallards were out by the water’s edge, and I took my camera out to get some pics.
The spoonbill must have become accustomed to me being out in the yard, because I was able to get closer than I have in the past. It may be because the ducks aren’t afraid of me. I love how well the pink feathers show up in this picture.
I know that probably this beautiful bird will soon head back to warmer climates, so for now, I’m just taking lots of photos. And he’s a very good model.
I sure will miss him when his visit to our area is over. However, I won’t miss Ophelia who is still causing us overcast, misty conditions.
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Oh, my goodness! What a gift! You got some terrific photos!!! He is beautiful!
Ophelia is one stubborn storm – we still are “enjoying” (not) her presence up here too. Love that spoonbill – I know you’ve enjoyed his visit and you’ll miss him but maybe he will remember the nice “safe harbor” he found at your house and come back next year!
Pam
That is pretty cool that you can see those in your back yard.
It’s like he was posing for you.
Awesome pics ! – It’s cool that he’s hanging around for so long …
So glad he is still hanging around your yard. A beautiful bird.
I’ve loved seeing your pictures of this unusual, beautiful bird.